It is actually easy to remember how to use portable fire extinguishers effectively. Just remember the acronym “PASS”. PASS stands for Pull, Aim, Squeeze and Sweep. And this simple procedure is already put on every fire extinguisher tube.

Pull the pin. This will allow the extinguisher agent to be discharged. The pin is a safety mechanism on fire extinguishers to prevent extinguisher agent discharge accidentally. The pin protects extinguisher handle. (more…)