In which order should the nurse perform the actions required to extinguish a fire using a fire extinguisher?
FactPoor maintenance and incorrect usage of fire extinguishers in the home are two key reasons small house fires can spread endangering lives and causing considerable damage to property. House fires can be brought under control within the first few minutes of ignition if attended to correctly with an extinguisher that is well maintained, which can buy valuable time before the Fire Services arrive. Show How to operate a fire extinguisherThere are a number of different types of portable fire extinguishers, each can be identified by the colour coding and labelling. Check that the extinguisher you intend to use is suitable for the type of fire encountered eg a water extinguisher must never be used on any fire involving electrical equipment. There are four (4) basic steps for using modern portable fire extinguishers. The acronym PASS is used to describe these four basic steps.
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In an Emergency Call Triple Zero (000)A collaboration of Fire and Rescue NSW, NSW Rural Fire Service, ACT Fire Brigade and ACT Rural Fire Service Translations RACE: Remove, Alarm, Confine and Extinguish or Evacuate This easy to remember acronym is our University procedure in the case of a fire. Particularly in the hospital, every staff member is trained to recognize and respond appropriately in the case of a fire using this term. RemoveRemove everyone from the area. If a fire occurred in a patient room, the staff should immediately remove the patient from the area. The fire alarm pull station shall be activated call 911 to report fire. Fire alarm pull stations are located throughout the buildings, several on each floor. By activating the fire alarm, a fire action plan is set into motion were University Police receive the signal and initiate the emergency response. In addition, certain systems that could increase fire spread are automatically shutdown. ConfineOnce the room or area has been cleared of patients, the door shall be closed, thus confining the fire. This enables the fire response team the time needed to arrive. Extinguish or EvacuateWhen practical and only when an employee has been properly trained in the safe and proper use of a fire extinguisher, extinguisher shall be attempted using one fire extinguisher. Evacuate if you are not comfortable using a fire extinguisher or if more than one extinguisher is needed. The Fire Marshal office has available, a portable fire extinguisher trainer for hands on training. Contact the office at 8-3893 to set up a session. You must follow the R.A.C.E. fire procedure before attempting to extinguish any fire. Rescue or remove any persons from the immediate scene Pull the nearest alarm and call 911, then the following numbers: Close all doors to the hazard or fire
area Extinguish using the closest fire extinguisher if the fire impedes your evacuation. Evacuate to your designated meeting location. What is the correct sequence for operating fire extinguisher?Approach the fire standing at a safe distance. Aim the nozzle or outlet towards the base of the fire. Squeeze the handles together to discharge the extinguishing agent inside. To stop discharge, release the handles.
What is the first priority in the event of a fire?Fires spread very quickly, so the first priority is to warn others around you. If you're in a building and it doesn't delay your escape, then press the nearest fire alarm and call 999 or 112 for emergency help.
What should the nurse do first in case of a fire?C - The nurse's first step when a fire is discovered is to evacuate any clients or visitors in immediate danger. Then the nurse should activate the fire alarm, confine the fire, and then extinguish it.
When should you attempt to extinguish a fire?The time to use an extinguisher is in the incipient, or beginning, stages of a fire. If the fire is already spreading quickly, it is best to simple evacuate the building, closing doors and windows behind you as you leave. Your instincts tell you not to.
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