Portable Fire Extinguisher Use

Course Title: Portable Fire Extinguisher Use🚑

Course Headline: Be Ready to Put a Fire Out! 🔥

Introduction: Welcome to the "Portable Fire Extinguisher Use" course, where you will gain invaluable knowledge and skills for safely handling fire emergencies. Whether you're at home or in the workplace, knowing how to use a portable fire extinguisher can be a lifesaver. This comprehensive course covers everything from the proper placement of fire extinguishers to the science behind fires and the types of extinguishers available.

Course Overview:

• Understanding the Fire Triangle (Tetrahedron): Learn about the elements of fuel, oxygen, and heat that come together in a chemical reaction known as combustion.
• Fire Classes and Extinguisher Types: Familiarize yourself with the different types of fires and the suitable fire extinguishers for each type.
• Placement and Compliance: Explore the correct height and locations for portable fire extinguishers, and understand Federal, State, and local regulations.
• Inspection and Maintenance: Discover how to inspect a portable fire extinguisher and the importance of an annual 3rd party inspection to avoid a hydrostatic test.
• Responsibilities and Safety Measures: Understand your responsibilities as a tenant or leaseholder, and learn about housekeeping and proper fuel source management to minimize fire risks.

Key Course Topics:

• Federal State and Local Regulations: 📜 Learn what regulations dictate for the placement and maintenance of portable fire extinguishers.
• Responsibilities for Tenants and Leaseholders: 🏠 Understand your role in ensuring fire safety within your living space.
• Annual Inspection Programs: 🔍 Find out how to ensure your fire extinguisher is operational when needed most.
• The Fire Tetrahedron: 🌫️ Dive into the science behind what makes a fire burn, and why understanding it is crucial.
• Inspection Best Practices: 👀 Learn how to perform a self-inspection of your portable fire extinguisher for peace of mind.
• Fire Classes Explained: 🔥 Understand the different types of fires (A, B, C, D & K) and which fire extinguishers are designed to combat them.
• Types of Portable Fire Extinguishers: 🛠️ From water to CO2, learn about the common types of portable fire extinguishers and their intended uses.
• Matching Extinguisher to Fire Type: ➡️ Find out how to identify what type of fire you're dealing with and which fire extinguisher to use.
• Housekeeping and Fuel Source Management: 🧹 Discover how to maintain a safe environment by properly managing and separating fuel sources.

Course Completion & CEU Credit: Successful completion of this course will equip you with the knowledge to confidently handle a fire emergency and maintain fire safety standards. You will also receive 0.1 Continuing Education Units (CEUs) upon successful completion.

For any questions or further assistance, please feel free to contact me at david.ayers@comcast.net.

Join Now and Be Prepared! Let's make our homes and workplaces safer together. 🛑🔥🚨