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w Dry Chemical: Effective against various types of fires, including flammable liquids (Class B) and electrical fires
                  (Class C).
                   w Carbon  dioxide (CO ):  Works  by  displacing  oxygen  and  is  suitable  for  ordinary  fires(Class  A),  electrical  fires
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                  (Class C) and flammable liquid fires (Class B).
                   w Foam: Forms a blanket over flammable liquids to prevent ignition (Class B) and can also be used on (Class A) fires.
                   w Dry Powder: Suitable for multiple fire classes, including flammable solids (Class D) and metal fires (Class D).
                   w Clean Agent: Non-conductive and leaves no residue, making it suitable for electrical fires (Class C) and sensitive
                  equipment.
              3.  Pressure Gauge: Indicates the pressure level of the extinguishing agent inside the cylinder, ensuring it is ready for
                 immediate use.
              4.  Nozzle or Discharge Hose: The outlet through which the extinguishing agent is expelled onto the fire.
              5.  Operating Lever or Button: The mechanism used to discharge the extinguishing agent when pressed or pulled.

                                                                         Discharge
                                                 Discharge                 Lever
                                               Locking Pin and
                                                   Seal

                                                Pressure Gauge                             Carrying
                                               (not found on CO                             Handle
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                                                extinguishers)




                                                Discharge                                  Body
                                                  Hose
                                                                                           Data
                                                                                           Plate









                                                Discharge
                                                  Nozzle
                                    Discharge
                                     Orifice


              Every person at a workplace should have proper training to operate a fire extinguisher in case of an emergency. Before
              attempting to use a fire extinguisher, assess the fire to ensure it is safe for you to fight. Stand at a safe distance
              (approximately 6 to 8 feet) from the fire. Let us quickly just run through the steps of using a fire extinguisher:

              Step 1:  Identify the safety pin, typically located on the handle of the extinguisher.
              Step 2:   Hold the extinguisher upright and firmly grasp the safety pin. Pull the safety pin out of the handle to break the
                      tamper seal. This prepares the extinguisher for use.
              Step 3:   Aim the nozzle or hose at the base of the fire, not at the flames themselves. Squeeze the handle or lever to
                      discharge the extinguishing agent. Apply steady pressure to release the agent in a controlled manner.
              Step 4:   Sweep the nozzle of the hose from side to side in a sweeping motion. Continue sweeping until the flames are
                      completely extinguished.


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