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2. List of firefighting mnemonics - Wikipedia

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   Alarm - raise the alarm and alert persons to the presence of fire. C onfine - shut doors and reduce airflow and fuel sources to the fire, to reduce its spread. E xtinguish or E vacuate - extinguish the fire if it's safe to do so, or coordinate the evacuation from the area.

3. List of first response mnemonics - Wikipedia

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   PASS (The basic steps for portable fire extinguisher use.) [6] Pull or Pin - Pull the pin at the top of the fire extinguisher (and immediately test the extinguisher). Aim - Aim the nozzle or outlet of the extinguisher at the base of the fire. Squeeze - Squeeze the handles of the extinguisher to begin discharging it.

4. Glossary of firefighting equipment - Wikipedia

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   A short piece of fire hose, usually 10 to 20 feet (6.1 m) long, of large diameter, greater than 2.5 inches (64 mm) and as large as 6 inches (150 mm), used to move water from a fire hydrant to the fire engine, when the fire apparatus is parked close to the hydrant. Solid stream A fire-fighting water stream emitted from a smooth-bore nozzle.

5. The Best 6 Fire Extinguishers For Your Home, According ... - AOL

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   The Kidde KD143 is a more compact fire extinguisher that's best suited for a supplementary role. It's great for areas that are unlikely to experience large fires, but pose some risk, such as ...

6. Fire extinguisher - Wikipedia

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   An empty fire extinguisher which was not replaced for years. Most countries in the world require regular fire extinguisher maintenance by a competent person to operate safely and effectively, as part of fire safety legislation. Lack of maintenance can lead to an extinguisher not discharging when required, or rupturing when pressurized.

7. Here’s Where You Should Store Your Fire Extinguisher ... - AOL

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   A fire extinguisher can be the difference between a minor house fire and the total loss of your home. However, a fire extinguisher is only as effective as its accessibility when disaster strikes ...