This document provides information about fire classifications, types of portable fire extinguishers, and how to properly use a fire extinguisher. It discusses the four common classes of fire (A, B, C, D) and types of portable extinguishers like CO2, dry chemical, wet chemical. It emphasizes the importance of using the right extinguisher for the specific class of fire. The document then details how to effectively operate a fire extinguisher using the PASS acronym of Pull, Aim, Squeeze, Sweep. Additional tips are provided around safety, knowing what is burning, calling for help, and always having an escape route. Contact information is also listed for Lagos State emergency services.

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Classifications of fire.
Types of portable fire extinguishers.
How to use a portable fire extinguisher.
Making the “right” decision.
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3. is an active fire protection device used to extinguish or control small fire, often
in emergency situation.
CO2
Dry Chemical
Clean Guard
Wet Chemical
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4. Fire Extinguishers
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Not all fire extinguishers are the same.
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Use proper class of fire extinguisher only on fire it was designed for.
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Know where fire extinguishers are located and what class they are.
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Number 1 goal = Safety.

5. How Fire Are Classified
CLASS A:
wood, paper, cloth, rubber and some plastics.
CLASS B:
Flammable liquids such as gasoline, kerosene, paint,
paint thinner and diesel
CLASS C:
Energized electrical equipment, such as appliances,
Switches, panel boxes and power tools
CLASS D:
Metals, such as magnesium,
potassium and sodium.

6. How to Use a Fire Extinguisher
It’s easy to remember how to use fire extinguisher if you remember the
acronym PASS:
PULL
AIM
SQUEEZE
SWEEP

7. How to Use a Fire Extinguisher
Pull the pin…
This will allow you to discharge the extinguisher
Aim at the base of the fire…
Hit the fuel.
If you aim at the flames...
Squeeze the top handle…
the extinguishing
agent will fly right
through and do no
good.
This depresses a button that releases
the pressurized extinguishing agent.
Sweep from side to side…
until the fire is completely out.
Start using the extinguisher from a safe
distance away, then slowly move forward.
Once the fire is
out, keep an eye on the
area in case it re-occur.

8. Rules for Fighting Fires
Fire can be very dangerous and you should always be certain that you will not
endanger yourself or others when attempting to put out a fire.
For this reason, when a fire is discovered…
1. Assist any person in immediate danger to safety, if it can be accomplished
without risk to yourself.
2.
Call 911 or activate the building fire alarm.
3.
Know what is burning. If you don’t know what’s burning, you won’t know
what kind of extinguisher to use.
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As you evacuate a building, close doors and windows behind you as you
leave. This will help to slow the spread of smoke and fire.

9. Rules for Fighting Fires
Do not fight fire if:
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You don’t have adequate or appropriate equipment. If you don’t have
the correct type or large enough extinguisher, it is best not to try fighting
the fire.
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Your instincts tell you not to. If you are uncomfortable with the situation
for any reason, just let the fire department do their job.

10. Rules for Fighting Fires
The final rule is to always position yourself with an exit or means of
escape at your back before you attempt to use an extinguisher to
put out a fire.
In case the extinguisher malfunctions, or something unexpected
happens, you need to be able to get out quickly. So that you wouldn’t be
trapped.

11. Always Report the Use of a Fire
Extinguisher
Report any use of fire extinguisher to EHS as soon as possible.
The extinguisher must be inspected and refilled to make sure it is
ready for use in an emergency.

12. Conclusion
Fire extinguishers should be everywhere within the buildings, work
places, hotels and, hopefully, YOUR HOME!
Being comfortable using extinguishers involves being familiar with
them.
Make sure you know where the closest fire extinguisher is, what type
it is and what class of fire it can be used to extinguish.
Remember, being able to use fire extinguisher correctly could save
your life or the lives of others!

13. LAGOS STATE GOVERNMENT EMERGENCY NUMBERS
Lagos State Emergency
Management Agency
(LASEMA)
Emergency
Management
Dr. O. D Oke Osanyintolu
(General Manager )
Olusegun Magnus
08060907333
lasambus@yhoo.co.uk
08055535515
kunmimagnus@yahoo.com
Toll free Emergency dial - 767 (Police, Ambulance, Emergencies etc)
Fire Service - 01 6584712, 7280500, 7280501, 7280502, 7280503
LASAMBUS - 01 6584713
LASTMA - 01 6584715
KAI - 01 6583684
LASEMA - 01 4187160, 4187161, 4187162
Child & Women Abuse (Domestic Violence) - 01 7617508
AA Rescue (Vehicle Breakdown Assistance) - 4614999, 08025551111/3333,
08035612222
Flying Doctors (Air ambulances and medical crews) - 0706 920 1299
FIRE STATIONS EMERGENCY NUMBERS
LOCATION
OFFICER TO CONTACT
GSM
ALAUSA FIRE STATION
Mr. Akomolafe John
08025307879
The Secretary Alausa Complex.
Mr. Johnson Agiri
08082859967
IKEJA FIRE STATION
Mr. Adebowale Sunday
08026626868
Bolaji Bank Antony Way Ikeja.
Mr. Falako Popoola
08028169988
ISOLO FIRE STATION
Mr. Lawal Hakeem Ogunaike
08051532410
Osodi –Isolo Express Way Toyota
Bustop Isolo.
Mr. oduntan Folarin Odunwole
08024643111
ILUPEJU FIRE STATION
Mr. Alimi Shittu
08027528643
Town Planning Way Ilupeju.
Mr. Mustapha Hakeem
08059571800
AGEGE FIRE STATION
Mr. Hunge Guton
08023129090
Oke -Odo Agege
Mr. Arogunyo Olawale
08056064334
EPE FIRE STATION
Mr. Adekoya Fatai
08056462363
Local Government Secretariat
Itamarun.
Mr. Adebayo Musbau
08034681727

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