Let’s start on this road to Adulthood with some basic things you need to know. Things to keep you safe around your home.
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How to Put Out a Small Fire
This is how to put out a SMALL fire. If it is NOT a small fire, don’t do this.
Call 9-1-1 and let the pros handle it.
You should own a fire extinguisher. Seriously! What do I have to do to convince you of that? After you buy one, you need to teach everyone in your home how to use it. Also, keep it in a spot where everyone knows where it is and can get to it quickly. Let’s learn how to put out a small fire. Here’s what I found…..
- P- Pull out the pin on the handle of the extinguisher.
- A- Aim the hose nozzle low toward the base of the fire, NOT at the top of the flames.
- S- Squeeze the handle to spray out the stuff inside.
- S- Sweep the nozzle back and forth at the base of the flames until the fire is out.
Seems easy enough. Say it with me; P-A-S-S. Pull, Aim, Squeeze, and Sweep. Say it again….. Okay, fine, don’t. But if you sing it, you’ll remember it easier.
Again, if it’s a big fire, just call 9-1-1.
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