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Respect Your Fire Extinguisher

by jlangfel

Most people fortunately never need to use a fire extinguisher.
With that in mind I have to suggest that most people don't
respect those first line of defense tools. For those who have put
a fire extinguisher to use, are well aware what may have happened
if one were not available or malfunctioned. Make sure that the
fire you are trying to put out is small and contained, don't be a
hero fires that are rapidly spreading are best left to the fire
department. If this situation arises get everyone evacuated and
call 911.

There are many fire extinguishers available for purchase.  ABC
Dry Chemical Fire Extinguishers are the best for a household
environment because they are useful on most fires.  ABC Fire
Extinguishers are rated to extinguish most paper, wood, burning
liquid, and electrical fires.  They are the least expensive and
most effective fire extinguishers.  The only drawback is that
they make a dusty, powdery mess that permeates the home. 
Fortunately, ABC Dry Chemical powder is non-toxic and is
classified only as an irritant.  The powder residue, if left on
sensitive electrical equipment such as computers, can cause
damage.  For computers or servers, Halotron 1 Clean Agent Fire
Extinguisher are an ideal solution.

Using a fire extinguisher is easy.  Regardless, you should
review the procedures for proper operation every six months. 
Regular practice will save precious seconds in an actual fire
emergency.  Every fire extinguisher has written and pictographic
instruction labeling on the front.  Do not pull the pin or
discharge the fire extinguisher during practice as this will
render it useless.  The proper procedure for using a fire
extinguisher is to stand 8 - 10 feet from the fire and use the
P.A.S.S. system, PULL the pin, AIM the hose, SQUEEZE the handle,
and SWEEP side to side.  Once you have used the fire
extinguisher, either have it recharged by a qualified service
facility or dispose of it properly.

Most inexpensive fire extinguishers are constructed with plastic
parts and may not be reliable when needed. Your best bet is
getting a quality commercial grade extinguisher such as an Amerex
Fire Extinguisher. Amerex constructs their extinguishers with
durable components made with brass and aluminum. These fire
extinguishers can be recharged multiple times and can last many
years. Normal maintenance include inspections every 6 years with
a pressure test at 12 years. With proper maintenance Amerex Fire
Extinguishes can provide a lifetime of service.

So next time you come across your home fire extinguisher, give
it some respect.  Check the date it was manufactured, check the
pressure gauge to ensure it is in the operable range, and weigh
it to make sure it the weight matches or exceeds the minimum
weight on the manufacturers label.  Most important, make sure you
have a fire extinguisher in a visible and accessible place on
each level of your home and in your garage.  If you follow these
guidelines, you're first defense in a fire will be ready for
action!

A fire extinguisher can mean the difference between an incident
and a catastrophe. Safety Super center caries a wide selection
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fire extinguishers</a> for most any need.

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