1. California Lutheran university Fire Extinguisher Training

2. Learning Objectives -What “fire” is. -Classifications of fire. -Leading fire causes. -Fire prevention. -Importance of portable fire extinguishers -Types of portable fire extinguishers. -How to use a portable fire extinguishers. -Reporting an emergency.

3. What is Fire? A rapid chemical reaction. the self-sustaining process of rapid oxidation of a fuel, which produces heat and light.

4. Extinguishment Theory Remove Heat Remove Fuel Reduce Oxygen WILL Inhibit Chemical Chain Reaction

5. Classification of Fire Class A or Ordinary Combustibles This includes fuels such as wood, paper, plastic, rubber, and cloth. Green Triangle

6. Classification of Fire Class B or Flammable and Combustible Liquids and Gases This includes all hydrocarbon and alcohol based liquids and gases that will support combustion. Red Square

7. Classification of Fire Class C or Electrical This includes all fires involving energized electrical equipment. Blue Circle

8. Classification of Fire Class D or Combustible Metals Examples of these types metals are: zirconium, titanium, potassium, and magnesium. D YellowStar

9. Classification of Fire Class K for fires in unsaturated cooking oils in well insulated cooking appliances in commercial kitchens.

10. Some Causes of Fire ? Electricity Improper storage Housekeeping Space Heaters Cleaning supplies Construction Flammable & Combustible Liquids Machinery Any Ideas on Prevention ?

11. The importance of portable fire extinguishers ? They are your first line of defense

12. Characteristics Water extinguisher 30-40 ft. 60 sec. Dry chemical 5-20 ft. 8-25 sec. CO2 extinguisher 3-8 ft. 8-30 sec.

13. Is It Ready To Use ? -Level- Is the extinguisher adequately charged? -Damage- Is there damage to the cylinder? - Missing- Are there any parts missing?

14. The P.A.S.S. Method Pull the pin. Aim the hose or nozzle. Squeeze the lever. Sweep the agent.

15. - Dial 911. - Do not stay in the building to call for help, call from a nearby building or an emergency phone. - Be prepared to provide as much information as possible to the emergency dispatcher. Reporting an Emergency

16. You are not expected to be firefighters !