PASS – Pull, Aim, Squeeze And Sweep
When the topic of fire prevention is being brought up, we can’t help but mention also a tool that will help in keeping fire out of danger. I’m talking about fire extinguishers in general and it is said that a portable fire extinguisher is easy to use. There is an acronym associated with fire extinguisher and that is the world “PASS”. Pass means pull, aim, squeeze and sweep and this is very basic that you’ll use in using fire extinguisher. If you have a fire extinguisher, you need to have the basic knowledge on how to properly use this machine that is why good fire extinguisher training is important for you to have. You’ll never know what could happen while you are inside your office but if you have proper training, you’ll definitely know what to do.In using a fire extinguisher, there are four simple steps that you need to remember. The first step is actually “PULL”. It means that by pulling, this will allow the substance inside the fire extinguisher to be discharged. The pin is a safety device that is part of a fire extinguisher that will prevent the substance to be discharged accidentally. It serves as protection on the handle. The next step is the word “AIM” and it means that you need to aim the fire extinguisher at the base of the fire. Never aim directly at the fire as this will cause combustion. With proper fire extinguisher training, you’ll be able to know all the steps that you need to do in case a fire occurs. Just remember the 4 words, Pull, Aim, Squeeze and Sweep.
