How to Use a Fire Extinguisher and Precautions to Take

Release Time:

2023-09-20

The house is on fire.

Good news: There’s a fire extinguisher.

Bad news: Can't use it.

In the early stages of a fire

If there’s a fire extinguisher nearby

And can operate it proficiently.

This can prevent the “spark” from spreading into a raging wildfire.

Remember the four-character mnemonic when using a fire extinguisher—

"Promote, grasp, and press"

Lift: Lift the fire extinguisher

Pull: Pull out the safety pin.

Grip: Hold the nozzle at the top of the hose.

Press: Press down on the handle, aiming at the base of the flame.

Here, I’d also like to remind everyone.

Fire extinguishers should be inspected regularly.

Make sure it can be used normally!

Regular check-up

Fire extinguishers and fire hydrants should be regularly inspected and maintained to ensure their proper and effective operation. Exposure of fire extinguishers to sunlight and rain can cause leaks and pressure loss, which may result in malfunctions when urgently needed and hinder firefighting efforts. 。 Pay attention to whether the fire extinguisher pressure gauge shows any abnormalities, whether the equipment is damaged, or whether it is improperly placed or stored. Make timely adjustments if any issues are found.

Pay attention to the service life of fire extinguishers.

Fire extinguishers also have an expiration date. The expiration date for carbon dioxide fire extinguishers is: 12 years ; The service life of dry powder fire extinguishers is 10 years ; The service life of water-based fire extinguishers is 6 years After the gas in the cylinder expires, promptly have it refilled by a qualified gas-filling unit.

Precautions for Various Types of Fire Extinguishers

Water-based fire extinguishers must not be refilled after use. 。 Water-based fire extinguishers that have been in production for three years must undergo maintenance inspection every year after the first maintenance, which is what we refer to as “3+1.” When disposing of the product after use, please first puncture the container to allow the pre-installed gas to escape.

When using a carbon dioxide fire extinguisher, wear gloves to avoid skin contact with the nozzle and discharge hose, thus preventing frostbite. When using a carbon dioxide fire extinguisher to put out an electrical fire, If the voltage exceeds 600 volts, disconnect the power supply before extinguishing the fire. Carbon dioxide fire extinguisher When using outdoors, spray in the upwind direction. For use in small indoor and outdoor spaces, After extinguishing the fire, the operator should quickly leave the area to avoid suffocation.

Come. Source: China Emergency Management Media Integration Department

Q&A | Should group standards be made public? The State Administration for Market Regulation responds.

Zhu Xiaohui, Director of the Defense Coordination Division of the Provincial Development and Reform Commission, and his delegation visited Jiangjing Technology for research and inspection.

Q&A | Should group standards be made public? The State Administration for Market Regulation responds.

Zhu Xiaohui, Director of the Defense Coordination Division of the Provincial Development and Reform Commission, and his delegation visited Jiangjing Technology for research and inspection.

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