How to Use: A Fire Extinguisher

6/8/2022 (Permalink)

I hope that the PASS method becomes second nature to you. If you experience fire damage, you should call SERVPRO of Des Moines East & SW at 515-957-08

Hello Des Moines! 

It’s Jacob, Digital Marketing Support Coordinator; I talked to my nieces about what they need to do if their clothes catch on fire. They thought it was super funny to see their uncle Stop. Drop. Roll. They know what to do if an unexpected happens. For adults, we know the jingle, which makes it second nature, something that adults struggle with. I am here to help!

P.A.S.S the Fire Extinguisher 

Pull the pin; this will then break the tamper seal.

Aim low: you need to hit the flames where the source is hottest, the base. 

Squeeze the handle; this will disperse the extinguishing agent on the flame. The agent will remove oxygen from the blaze, ultimately putting the fire out.

Sweep from side to side; the critical thing to remember is DON’T LET GO OF THE HANDLE until it is fully extinguished.