When to Use a Fire Extinguisher

When Should We Use a Fire Extinguisher?

Fire extinguishers are best used when a fire is contained in a small area, like a wastebasket, and when the fire department has already been called.

Does your family know where the fire extinguisher is located in your home?

Have you practiced, with your family, the proper use of a fire extinguisher?

How Do You Use a Fire Extinguisher?

1. Stand back 

2. Discharge extinguisher

3.  Pull the pin on the fire extinguisher

4.  Aim the extinguisher nozzle on the hose low toward the base of the fire

5.  Squeeze the handle or lever to discharge the extinguisher

6.  Sweep the nozzle back and forth.