Fire Extinguisher Lab

Learning the proper technique for 
operating a fire extinguisher may 
save lives someday.

- Unhook the hose (if there is 
one)
- Break the beaded seal (it's 
easy)
- Hold the extinguisher by the 
  handle.
- Hold the hose firmly at the 
  nozzle.
- Aim at the base of the fire.
- Squeeze the lever.
- Move the hose in a side to side
  motion (not up and down).
- Use it all.
- Run like H---!

Unloading the Equipment

We used a truck load of 
extinguishers on lab day.

Bote de Fuego

The fire bucket, or bote de 
fuego, represents the fire. 
Students were expected to aim at 
the base of the fire to put it 
out. 

It was tempting to spray the 
flames, but we learned that the 
action takes place at the base of 
the fire. 

Fuel, heat, and oxygen combine 
there to start the blaze. The 
purpose of the extinguisher is to 
remove oxygen, one of the main 
ingredients, and stop the burning.

Perfect Day for a Fire Lab

Mrs. Squires' class joins us for 
our fire extinguisher lab. After 
explaining the procedure to both 
classes, everyone got to practice.

Someday, somewhere, this may save 
lives. 

Holding the Hose

The firefighter shows how to hold 
the hose at the tip for accurate 
spraying. 

As the minister said,'Let us 
spray'.

Aim at the Base

A fine example of effective 
firefighting skills. Well done.

Flames Leaping Into the Sky

Fires can be deadly. Knowing what 
to do helps us keep a cool head 
when faced with danger. 

Proper Preparation Prevents Poor 
Performance. 

Remember the rule of the five P's.

Get 'R Done

Practice Makes Perfect.