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From YouTube: Fire Extinguisher Training | Arlington County Fire Department

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Fire Extinguisher Steps:

Size-up – fight the fire or evacuate. Personal safety is number 1.
Exit plan – know your exit, don’t put the fire between you and the exit.
P A S S
P- Pull the pin
A – Aim the nozzle at the base of the fire
S – Squeeze the trigger
S – Sweep the nozzle left and right till the fire is out or run out of an extinguishing agent.
Evacuate the area and Call 911.

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Here's how to put out a small fire using a fire extinguisher. I have already taught vivian how to do this and how she is going to teach you.

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First know what kind of fire extinguisher you have and that it is fully charged here is how you find out.

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The most common type is abc dry powder, which is effective in most cages. However, it is important to know that you cannot use a water-based fire extinguisher on an oil fire, as that will make things worse.

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If there is a fire, you need to know when to fight the fire or to call 9-1-1 to get help. Fire extinguishers are designed to put out small fires, not large fires. Also, your safety is the top priority. Don't put the fire between you and your.

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Exit, if you don't feel safe, doing this don't be a hero. Arlington county has specially trained heroes. Just for this reason.

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To use the fire extinguisher, use the pass method, pull the pin aim, the nozzle squeeze the trigger and sweep from side to side.

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Even when you think the fire is out, it could start back up so keep an eye on it.

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These are the basic methods, ensure that you are aware of the types of extinguishers you have around you and that they are fully charged. If these extinguishers are not charged make sure you can dispose of them to do so. You can find out more at.

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Fire.Arlingtonva.Us.