Statistics from F.E.T.A. (Fire Extinguishing Trades Association) reveal that somewhere in the region of 80% of all fires are extinguished, using a portable fire extinguisher, before the fire service arrive! It is important to ensure that staff are aware of which fires the different extinguishers can or cannot be used on, how they are operated and how their contents are applied to the fire. This also has implications under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) 2005 which places emphasis on business continuity and containing and preventing the spread of small fires. The effectiveness of fire extinguishers is clearly recognised as a major provision in doing this. Tackling Fires Safely is a fire extinguisher training programme which will help you provide your staff with the necessary training in the use of the portable fire fighting equipment installed at your workplace. The fire-fighting equipment covered in Tackling Fires Safely includes; Water Extinguishers and Hose Reels
CO2 (Carbon Dioxide) Extinguishers
Foam Extinguishers
Dry Powder Extinguishers
Fire Blankets
This comprehensive programme explains the considerations before fighting a fire to ensure the safety of the person attempting to fight the fire as well as everyone else in the workplace. Each of the extinguishers is covered in detail explaining the types of fire on which they may be used, how their contents are applied to the fire and any specific safety considerations associated with the extinguisher type. | 
