How to Use a Fire Blanket
In any commercial building’s kitchen, the employees need to know how to use a fire blanket. Initially make sure you have a fire blanket handy in your kitchen area. Any fire that is fueled by oils or fats known as class F fire, can be put out by a fire blanket.
Accidents like the above are unfortunately a common occurrence across New Zealand. it is for your best interest to invest in fire blankets and making sure the employees are competent in using them in case of any emergency.
When you discover a fire in the kitchen, it is important to assess the risk. If the fire looks like it might get out of control, do not be shy to call 111 for fire emergency. If the flame is controllable, you can approach it with fire protection equipment. It is very easy to use fire blankets, nonetheless, we have provided the detailed action required below.
How to Use a Fire Blanket ?
- Please turn off the source of the heat only if is safe to do so.
- Tug the tabs on the bottom of the fire blanket packet at once. A sturdy tug will remove the blanket from the sleeve.
- Fold the blanket over your hands to ensure they are protected.
- Cautiously place the fire blanket on top of the fires. Please do not throw it – this can bring more oxygen to the flame.
- When you are about to put down the blanket, cover the fire with the closet edge of the blanket to halt the fire traveling up the material and burning your hands.
- Once you have covered the flame please turn off the heat (if you haven’t done so by now).
- Please leave the blanket on the fire for at least 30 minutes to make sure it has been smothered.
- Please leave the room and call your fire emergency. Have a professional assess the fire site to eradicate the chance of re-ignition.
Once again, we would like to emphasise that you should only approach a fire if it is safe to do so. If you’re hesitant whether the fire is too large, remove yourself from the area immediately and call for 111 for a fire emergency. You need to be careful when it comes to fire safety.
How to Use a Fire Blanket on a Person effectively?
- Gently tug the tabs to release the fire blanket.
- Fold the edge of the blanket over your hands and wrap it around the person.
- Keep rolling the blanket around the person until the fire is entirely covered.
- Instruct the person to STOP, Drop, & ROLL.
- Call for 111 emergency services and seek essential medical attention.
When we examine your blanket, we will go over the fire blankets inspection checklist as dictated by the standard NZS 4503:2005 for hand-operated fire-fighting equipment. We will check for any damage and validate your blanket is in an appropriately accessible place. After we have accomplished our assessment, we will place your blanket back in the sleeve so it is ready to use.
