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Fire Extinguisher Safety for Construction: Part 2 - Using Extinguishers (US)

Master fire safety and learn to select, deploy, and maintain fire extinguishers effectively, essential for every construction industry professional.

Individual course 0.02 CE credits 13 min

Course objectives

 Know how fire extinguishers work;
 Recall types of fires and applicable extinguishers;
 Recall safe fire-fighting practices;
 Remember the PASS extinguishing method;
 Recall how to use and maintain fire extinguishers

Course description

To effectively put out small fires, you need to CHOOSE and USE the right extinguishers. Take this course to learn about the types of extinguishers, how they work, and how to use and maintain them. This course is ideal for anyone who works in the construction industry.

Regulations and board approvals

OSHA 29 CFR 1926.150;

NFPA 10: Standard for Portable Fire Extinguishers