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How to Use a Fire Extinguisher in the Workplace - Grainger KnowHow

Grainger Editorial Staff

It's one thing to have all of the necessary emergency supplies on hand in the event of a fire. However, the right tools mean nothing without the proper education on how to use them. It's your responsibility to educate and train your employees on how to operate safety equipment. Use our guide on how to use a fire extinguisher.

Sources:

https://www.osha.gov/SLTC/etools/evacuation/portable_use.html

http://www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com/articles/properly-using-a-fire-extinguisher-in-the-workplace-2

http://www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com/articles/fire-in-the-workplace-2

Pub. 09/2017

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