Fire Extinguisher Safety Training Incipient Stage Fire Fighting

Course Program

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Course Description

This course equips employees with the knowledge and skills to safely and effectively use fire extinguishers during incipient stage fires. Participants will learn fire extinguisher types, operating procedures, and decision-making strategies to determine when to fight a fire and when to evacuate.

  • Understand the combustion process and the different fire classes (A, B, C, D, K)
  • Learn about fire extinguisher types, their capabilities, and limitations
  • Master basic firefighting concepts, including:
  • R.A.C.E.: Rescue, Alarm, Contain, Extinguish/Evacuate
  • P.A.S.S.: Pull, Aim, Squeeze, Sweep
  • Recognize when it is safe to use a fire extinguisher and when to evacuate
  • Learn proper fire incident reporting procedures
  • Participate in live burn exercises (if requested) to practice operating a fire extinguisher

Certifications Obtained Upon Completion

Certificate of Completion in Fire Extinguisher Safety and Incipient Stage Fire Fighting

Regulatory Citations

OSHA 29 CFR 1910.157 (Portable Fire Extinguishers) and NFPA 10: Standard for Portable Fire Extinguishers

Additional Notes

This course is ideal for employees in office, industrial, and commercial settings where fire extinguishers are available. Live burn exercises provide hands-on experience for participants to build confidence in using fire extinguishers.