Lesson details
A fire extinguisher can help control a small fire, but only in limited situations and only when it is safe to act. Knowing when to use one and when to stop is a critical part of fire response.
In this online lesson, you'll learn when it may be appropriate to use a fire extinguisher, how to apply the PASS method, and when to raise the alarm and escalate instead.
What you'll learn in this lesson, Using a fire extinguisher
- When it may be appropriate to use a fire extinguisher
- The PASS method for operating an extinguisher safely
- The importance of using the correct extinguisher first
- When to stop using an extinguisher and escalate the response