There is a high chance of your encountering an out-of-control fire at least once in your life, so knowing how to use a fire extinguisher is an important skill to…
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It takes just minutes for an unattended pot of oil left on the stove to catch fire. An oil fire happens when your cooking oil becomes too hot. When heating,…
Mounting a fire extinguisher in your car or truck may seem like a waste of time, but if you have a small electrical fire start, an extinguisher will help you…
P.A.S.S. is a handy acronym used to describe the actions taken to properly use a halon, dry chemical or carbon dioxide fire extinguisher. It stands for Pull, Aim, Squeeze and…
When choosing a fire extinguisher for the home, find a multi-purpose ABC extinguisher that can be used on ordinary combustibles, flammable liquids and energised electrical equipment. Keep fire extinguishers handy…
The majority of fires are accidental in nature, with a wide range of causes from inattention whilst cooking and unattended candles to overloaded electrical circuits and faulty wiring. Having a…
Keeping children safe from fire requires educating them not only about the dangers of fire, but also about what to do in case of a fire. Taking the time to…