Fire Extinguishers Working
Q. Explain the operation of fire extinguishers in brief.
- A detailed note on all fire-extinguisher is printed in Red and white or Red and Black pains on the cylinder of the extinguisher, Prior to use it, read carefully the instructions.
- There is a contract of maintenance by the supply company, The maintenance may be monthly, quarterly or years. Inspectors inspect the cylinders, their mechanical linkages of operation, may refill the chemical if needed.
- In the organizations, offices, big buildings the inspector is expected to train some young persons / group of persons and give a trial on the open-ground to sease the fire in the fire- pit artificially created.
Operation of fire extinguisher-Printed on the cylinder:
Precautions to be observed while using fire-extinguisher:
- Water filled extinguishers most be protected against frost damage. Always check the operating instructions on the cylinder before use.
- The chemical charge should be replaced if it is too old. (call the representative of supplier). Always ventilate thoroughly after extinguishing an indoor-extinguisher.
- Gas tightness should be ensured and gaskets should be renewed if required.