Springing into Fire Safety

2/7/2019 (Permalink)

Fire Extinguisher is a life and property saving tool.

Did you know that 7 people die every day from a home fire.

36 People suffer injuries as a result of home fires every day.

$7 BILLION in property damage occurs every year.

Did you also know that portable fire extinguishers can be life and property saving tool!

Prompt use of the fire extinguisher can easily put small fires out. However, many people are unsure of how to use the tool effectively.  

The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) suggest memorizing the word PASS to help the public remember how to operate a fire extinguisher:

Pull the pin. Hold the nozzle pointing away from you and release the locking mechanism.

Aim low. Point the fire extinguisher at the base of the fire.

Squeeze the lever slowly and evenly.

Sweep the nozzle from side-to-side of the fire.

Tips to remember is always beware of smoke. If the room begins to be filled with smoke making it hard to see and/or breath you should immediately find safety and let emergency crews fight the flames.

If fire and water damage take control over your life, SERVPRO of Waycross, Hinesville & Douglas will help you take it back.