Course Details
Course Details
Course ID
1164
Course Name
Fire Extinguishers: Fight or Flight
Contact Hours
3.0
Approved Industry
Drinking Water and Wastewater
Partner Name
PH Environmental Services, Inc
Primary Contact
Doug Pike
dpike@phenvironmental.com
724-850-7417 Ext.
Website
Description
Water and wastewater operators work in areas where fires can easily start. A properly trained and prepared operator can safely extinguish a small fire before it ets out of control. This will obviously minimize the damage caused to the treatment plant and may save lives.
Course Level
Basic thru Advanced
Course Content
* Review types and sizes of extinguishers
* Explain the types of agents used
* Explain the classes of fires
* When to fight and when to flee
* Notification of emergency personnel
* Maintenance and inspection of extinguishers
* Using an extinguisher
* Hands on exercise
Target Audience
All water and wastewater operators interested ni making their work environment more safe.
Training Format
Classroom