Fire Fighting: Portable Fire Extinguishers
e-Learning
About the eLearning Course
In this course, you will learn about portable fire extinguishers, which are the first line of defense in many fire situations. This program covers how to select and operate them properly. You will also learn about the construction of CO2 and dry chemical extinguishers and how they are used for putting out small fires.
Target Audience
Operations personnel who require a fundamental understanding of knowledge to operate and maintain facilities. Also suitable for maintenance and technician personnel whether new to their roles or seasoned experts looking to enhance their skills.You Will Learn
Participants will learn how to:
- Identify the components of the fire triangle and describe safe work practices for fire prevention.
- Recognize the kind of fire extinguisher that can be used on each type of fire.
- Identify the different fire fighting agents and how they work.
- Identify the correct methods for using water-based extinguishers.
- Identify the correct methods for using carbon dioxide extinguishers.
- Identify the correct methods for using dry chemical extinguishers.
- Identify the correct methods for using clean agent extinguishers.
- Identify the correct methods for using dry powder extinguishers.
- Identify the correct methods for using wet chemical extinguishers.
- Describe the purpose and operation of foam extinguishers.
- Identify the inspection and maintenance requirements for portable fire extinguishers.
