Number of lives and asserts can be saved through fire extinguishers. The ESFI - Electrical Safety Foundation International says that the fire extinguishers are supposed to use by trained adults and not children or those who don’t have proper knowledge in using it. It is safe to go outside in case of fire in any place. Read more..
Safety Tips:
- The types of fire extinguishers vary according to the type of fire. All fire extinguishers has a display has display / picture which indicates for what type of fire it should be used.
- Get a multi - purpose fire extinguisher for house , which will be sufficient to turn off fire of small size and it will not be suitable for heavy fire.
- The fire extinguishers should be of with label recognized by nationally certified laboratory.
- Fire extinguishers are supposed to be near to the exit door, so that one can escape easily in case of out of control of fire / room filled with smoke.
- Use fire extinguisher, if you have been already trained to do it.
- Fire extinguishers are meant only for small incident of fire
- Ensure other people in house have called fire station before using fire extinguisher
- Never try to use fire extinguisher where the smoke has been already accumulated.
Maintenance Tips:
- Fire extinguishers should be inspected often to make sure the pressure is of proper level.
- Also the hoses and nozzles should be checked properly , check whether they are damaged for any holes
- Fire extinguisher should not have any rust or damage.
- Replace the extinguishers instantly in case of it needs for recharge or damaged
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