Water Extinguisher Flashcards
1
Q
Water - USE
A
Class A fires
2
Q
Water - CONSTRUCTION
A
Stainless steel cylinder.
Contains 9 litres of water pressurised with air to 700kpa.
Valve assembly at the top with squeeze handle connected to an internal pick up tube.
Delivery hose.
Pressure gauge.
Locking pin.
3
Q
Water - OPERATION
A
P - Remove locking pin
A - Aim at base of fire
S - Squeeze handle
S - Sweep
Discharge 60 seconds
Range 6 meters
If fine spray is required put finger over the end.
4
Q
Water - MAINTENANCE
A
Virtual inspection at change of shift.
Check pin and pressure.
After use send to zone station for exchange.
5
Q
Water - SAFETY
A
Use appropriate FFing uniform
