AGRICULTURAL SAFETY TOPICS – PORTAbLE FIRE ExTInGUIShERS
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The following chart will help classify fires that may occur on the farm.
Location Size Range (lbs.) Suggested Placement
Farm Shop One Unit, (5-10) Near exit door
Combine First Unit, (5-10)
Second Unit, (5-10)
Near cab door
On opposite side of cab at
ground level
Baler One Unite, (21/2) On structural member
Car or Truck One Unite, (21/2-5) Accessible to driver
Barn or outbuildings One Unit, (5-10) In an accessible location
Reading the Label:
The label states the amount of dry or wet chemical contained in the extinguisher. Higher classifications
equal greater extinguishing capacity. For example, an extinguisher classified as 4A can extinguish twice
as much of a class A fire as an extinguisher classified as 2A. Look for the classification or rating to
determine the extinguisher's capacity.
Operating a Fire Extinguisher:
Before you need to use the extinguisher:
Examine for defects at time of purchase.
Read the operating instructions on the label.
Make location of extinguisher known.
Follow these Steps To Operate an Extinguisher:
Remove from the mounting bracket by grasping the unit by the carrying handle and the base and
carry it to the fire.
Pull the locking pin to break the tamper seal. If the unit has a hose, remove the hose from its
retaining clip.
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