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MODULE 13
Fire Safety
01.02.2019
WATER EXTINGUISHER
9 litre stored pressure water extinguisher
Method of use:
• Stand extinguisher upright
• Hold discharge hose in writing hand
• Remove safety pin
• Operate trigger device (short burst) to ensure function prior to going to the fire
• Aim at the base of the fire. Keep the jet moving working upwards. Break materials up. Turn materials over and soak thoroughly
Purpose:
To extinguish class A fires – wood, paper, cloth etc.
Colour code: RED
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