If a fire breaks out in your home or office, there is no time to research the best method of putting it out. You need to be prepared before the emergency happens.
If you use the wrong method to put out certain types of fires, it can be deadly. For example, putting water on a grease fire can cause an explosion!
Here are some common fires and how to safely extinguish them:
1. Grease fires. As mentioned above, never put water on a grease fire. Also, never move a pan that is on fire. Instead, place a cookie sheet or lid on top of the fire and turn the burner off. Allow the fire to go out on its own. Do not lift the lid until you are completely sure that the fire has gone out; the fresh air may cause the fire to flame up again.
2. Chimney fires. To put out a chimney fire, follow these steps:
a. Close off all oxygen vents to the fire. This will eliminate the fuel needed for the fire to continue burning.
b. Dump sand onto the fire in the grate, if needed. It is a good idea to keep a container of sand handy at all times, for this reason.
3. Electrical fires. Old or frayed wires, overloaded power strips or faulty equipment can cause an electrical fire. A good method for putting out an electrical fire is to use a fire extinguisher. Keep a fire extinguisher handy at all times – make sure you know where it is and that it is in good working order. It is also important to know how to use one; waiting until a fire is underway is not a good time to figure it out!
To prevent electrical fires, keep an eye on your wires and power outlets to make sure they are in good working condition and are not overloaded.
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