Fire Extinguishers

Many fires are small at origin and can be extinguished by the use of a portable fire extinguisher.  Fire extinguishers can represent an important segment of any overall fire protection program. However, their successful functioning depends upon the following conditions:

• The fire extinguisher is located in accordance with the requirements of NFPA 10 and is in working order.  (2.2 Location indicates a person should not have to travel more than 75’ to reach one).  
• The fire extinguisher is of the correct type for a fire which can occur.
• The fire is discovered while still small enough for the fire extinguisher to be effective.
• The fire is discovered by a person ready, willing, and able to use the fire extinguisher.

Available Resources

• NFPA 10 Standard on Portable Fire Extinguishers