How to Use 101: Mastering the Fire Extinguisher

6/9/2022 (Permalink)

We hope that you never have to use the PASS Method, if you do please call us at SERVPRO of Ottumwa & Grinnell at 641-682-0782.

Hello Ottumwa!

It’s Digital Marketing Support Coordinator Jacob; I recently had the fire safety talk with two of my nieces. The topic was “Stop. Drop. Roll.” and what to do if your clothes catch fire. Of course, they thought it was funny when they saw their 6’6” uncle get on the ground and fiercely roll around like my dog Ollie. As adults, we know the jingle, so we know what to do if it happens. But, would you know what to do if you had to use the fire extinguisher? 

By following the simple P.A.S.S. Method you can ensure the flames don’t have a second more to spread.

Pulling the pin will break the tamper seal.

Aiming low is CRITICAL! The base of the fire is the source; focus your attention on this area.

Squeezing the handle will send the extinguishing agent onto the flame. When the agent is in the flame, it will deprive the blaze of its source, oxygen. 

Sweeping from side to side is critical to eliminating the flame. Just keep a firm squeeze on the handle; it only takes seconds for the flame to grow out of control.