Safety & Infection ControlQuestion 48 of 100
When using a fire extinguisher, the acronym PASS is followed. What does PASS stand for?
a.Point, Alarm, Squeeze, Stop
b.Pull, Alert, Spray, Signal
c.Push, Aim, Slide, Sweep
d.Pull, Aim, Squeeze, Sweep
Explanation
PASS stands for Pull the pin, Aim at the base of the fire, Squeeze the handle, and Sweep from side to side. Aiming at the base rather than the flames targets the fuel source. This technique should be used only on small, contained fires when it is safe to do so.
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