A fire extinguisher is something you probably have in your home. It could save your life and your family. But do you know how to use it?

How to Use a Fire Extinguisher Know the Rating Fires are classed as A (combustible materials), B (combustible liquids) and C (electrical). The Coast Guard requires onboard extinguishers to handle B- ...

The use of a fire extinguisher by a capable individual can be a life- and property-saving tool. However, most people might not know how and when to use them.

NORMAL — Fire extinguishers save lives, but few people know how to use one. "Fifty percent of homeowners may have a fire extinguisher," said Stuart Blade, public education officer for the ...

If there is a small fire in your house, a fire extinguisher can be a lifesaver. If you don't know how to use a fire extinguisher, just remember the word 'PASS' which means pull, aim, squeeze and ...

If the extinguisher is labeled for one-time use and must be discarded, take it to a fire-safety dealer for disposal or call your county's public works or environmental health department to see if ...

What we do when we first spot a fire in a home, office or restaurant is key to stopping a fire from going out of control. And knowing how to operate a fire extinguisher is crucial to it.

If you’re not trained in fire safety, chances are that you don’t know where the fire extinguisher nearest to you is. Worse, you have no idea how to use it even if it is nearby.