Safety Rules Fire Extinguishers



1. If you see a fire, call for attention;get everyone out, pull fire alarm.
2. Stay calm.
3. If using a fire extinguisher:
PULL THE PIN, AIM LOW AT BASE OF FIRE
SQUEEZE HANDLE, SWEEP SLOWLY AT BASE OF FIRE
STAY LOW TO AVOID HEAT AND SMOKE
4. Have the fire department check to make sure the fire is out.
5. Ventilate when fire is completely out.

CLASS A
water

Ordinary Combustibles: paper, cloth, wood, rubber, many plastics.

CLASS B
CO2

Flammable Liquids:
oil, grease, gasoline, some paints, solvents etc.

CLASS C
dry chemical

Electrical:
wiring, fuse boxes, electrical equipment etc.

CLASS D
special liquid or powder

Combustible Metals: magnesium, sodium.