The New 5 Second Rule

Memorize the acronym for using an extinguisher: “PASS”

It stands for “pull, aim, squeeze, sweep.”

With a slight tug, remove the plastic tie from the handle and then…
Pull the pin from the handle.
Aim the nozzle low, while keeping the extinguisher upright.
Squeeze the handle in toward the fire, keeping the extinguisher focused on the base of the fire.
Sweep the extinguisher from side to side and focus at the base of the fire.

Make Fire Safety Part of the Plan

Fire is the most common of all business disasters. Each year fires cause thousands of deaths and injuries and billions of dollars in damage.

1. Have your office or facility inspected for fire safety; ensure compliance with fire codes and regulations.
2. Install smoke detectors and fire extinguishers in appropriate locations.
3. Consider an automatic sprinkler system, fire hoses and fire-resistant doors and walls.
4. Establish a system for warning your employees. .
5. Put a process in place for alerting the fire department.
6. Plan and practice how people will evacuate in a fire.