Fire Extinguisher Basics

Workplace fires can happen at any time. It is important to know what to do when a fire starts, when and how to fight a fire and when not to. This program will provide participants with basic knowledge necessary to react safely in a potentially dangerous situation.

This course is designed to teach participants fire safety basics which covers the cause of fires in the workplace and precautions that can be made to prevent them. Proper usage of fire extinguishers during a fire are extremely important to evacuating safely.

This training is For:

Any person who may be required to use a Fire Extinguisher during their course of regular duties (including but limited to Welding, Water Proofing, Propane Use, and other) must have the Basic knowledge necessary to properly utilize the device. Safeline Management offers the essential information and knowledge to meet Regulation 52 (1.1)

Participants will learn:

• Elements of a Fire

• Classes of Fire and Extinguishers

• Different types of fire extinguishers

• When to use an Extinguisher

• PASS Method

• Inspection, Maintenance and Storage