Course description

Traliant’s Fire Extinguisher Safety training is a 30-minute course that teaches employees how to assess the environment and determine whether conditions are safe to use a fire extinguisher safely or evacuate. Learners will explore how fire extinguishers work, how to identify the right type for different classes of fire, and how to operate an extinguisher using the PASS (Pull, Aim, Squeeze, Sweep) method.

This course supports OSHA fire extinguisher safety training requirements under 29 CFR 1910.157 and is designed to complement an organization’s emergency action plan and fire prevention plan. Interactive knowledge checks, real-engine video scenarios, and a final quiz help reinforce key learning points.

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Fire Extinguisher Safety

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Why you'll love our training

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Training is available in English, Spanish and is supported in over 100 languages.

Frequently asked questions

What is fire extinguisher safety training, and why is it important?
  • Protect lives and property: Training equips employees with the knowledge and skills they need to extinguish small fires, which can help prevent injuries, property damage, and business disruption.
  • Promote a culture of safety: Training helps to create a workplace where employees are prepared to respond to emergencies, which enhances a culture of safety and preparedness.
  • Comply with regulations: The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requires employers to provide fire extinguisher training to employees who may need to use fire extinguishers in the work environment.
Why should you train your employees on fire extinguisher safety?
  • Empower employees: Training provides employees with the knowledge and skills they need to use a fire extinguisher correctly and confidently.
  • Strengthen your organization's emergency plan: Fire extinguisher training helps to ensure that employees know how to respond to a fire and that they are familiar with the location and operation of fire extinguishers.
  • Reduce the risk of harm: Training helps to minimize the risk of injury or death in the event of a fire.
What are the key elements of fire safety in the workplace?
  • Emergency action plans (EAPs): These plans outline the procedures for evacuating the building in the event of a fire.
  • Fire prevention plans (FPPs): These plans outline the procedures for preventing fires and minimizing fire hazards.
  • Fire extinguisher training: Training on how to use fire extinguishers safely and effectively.
What types of fire extinguishers are there, and how do they work?
  • Class A: For ordinary combustibles, such as wood, paper, and cloth.
  • Class B: For flammable liquids, such as gasoline, oil, and grease.
  • Class C: For electrical fires.
  • Class D: For combustible metals, such as magnesium and titanium.
  • Class K: For fires involving cooking oils and fats.
What is the PASS method for using a fire extinguisher?
  • Pull: Pull the pin.
  • Aim: Aim the nozzle at the base of the fire.
  • Squeeze: Squeeze the handle.
  • Sweep: Sweep the nozzle from side to side to cover the base of the fire.
When should you not attempt to fight a fire with an extinguisher?
  • The fire is too large.
  • The fire is spreading rapidly.
  • You do not have the proper type of extinguisher.
  • You are not confident in your ability to use the extinguisher safely.

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