The fire blanket is a very effective firefighting tool, and its material is mainly fiberglass. Here are the steps on how to properly use a fire blanket:
1.The working principle of the fire blanket
Fire blankets are mainly physical fire extinguishing, that is, extinguishing flames by isolating the air. When the fire source is isolated from oxygen, the flame is quickly extinguished.
2. Steps for the correct use of fire blankets
- Quickly identify the source of fire: Accurately identify the location and size of the fire source, and determine whether it is suitable to use a fire blanket to extinguish the fire.
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Cover the fire source: Cover the fire blanket directly over the fire source to ensure that the fire source is completely isolated from the oxygen source.
- Observe the fire: After covering the fire, closely observe whether the fire is under control. If the fire is not effectively controlled, evacuate immediately and call the police.
3. Заходи безпеки
- Fire blankets should be inspected regularly to ensure that they are in good condition so that they can be used normally in case of emergency.
- When using a fire blanket, make sure you keep a safe distance from the fire to avoid injury.
- For large fires or fires involving multiple fire sources, it is recommended to evacuate immediately and call the police to wait for professionals to deal with it.
The above are the steps and precautions on how to use the fire blanket correctly. Hope it helps!