Top 5 Common Mistakes When Putting Out a Fire
If you are unfortunate enough to find yourself caught up in a fire related incident, one of the first challenges that you face is working out how to tackle the fire, or whether to tackle it at all. Judging the Size of the Fire One of the most important things to remember in the event of a fire emergency is that not all fires can be tackled with a fire extinguisher. If a fire breaks out in your premises, make sure you know what type of fire it is (this will determine what extinguisher is needed). If at any point you…
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In the event of a fire, it is crucial that you are aware of the correct procedures that you need to follow in order to ensure everybody gets out safely. Should you be required to operate a fire extinguisher, it can be quite confusing as to how to use it correctly and efficiently. Fortunately, there is an easy to remember system that could save your life. What is PASS? The ‘PASS’ system stands for Pull, Aim, Squeeze and Sweep. It describes the stages in which a fire extinguisher should be operated and explains what each stage entails, giving enough information for…
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