Module 1: Introduction to Fire Safety and Extinguishers

• Importance of fire extinguisher training
• Role of employees in early-stage fire control
• Legal and company requirements

Module 2: Understanding the Fire Triangle and Fire Behavior

• Elements of fire: heat, fuel, oxygen, and chemical reaction
• How fire spreads and grows
• Breaking the fire triangle to extinguish fires

Module 3: Classes of Fire

• Class A: Ordinary combustibles
• Class B: Flammable liquids and gases
• Class C: Electrical fires
• Class D: Combustible metals
• Class K: Cooking oils and fats

Module 4: Types of Fire Extinguishers

• Water, foam, dry chemical powder, CO₂, and wet chemical extinguishers
• Color codes and labels
• Advantages and limitations of each type

Module 5: Fire Extinguisher Components and Mechanism

• Cylinders, handles, pins, gauges, and nozzles
• How extinguishers discharge and suppress flames
• Understanding pressure indicators and maintenance tags

Module 6: Fire Extinguisher Selection

• Choosing the right extinguisher for different fire classes
• Hazards of using the wrong extinguisher
• Compatibility with work environment and materials

Module 7: Inspection and Maintenance of Fire Extinguishers

• Monthly visual inspection checklist
• Annual servicing and hydrostatic testing
• Record keeping and tagging procedures

Module 8: Fire Extinguisher Placement and Accessibility

• Strategic locations and mounting height
• Travel distance and visibility requirements
• Avoiding obstructions and ensuring accessibility

Module 9: How to Operate a Fire Extinguisher (PASS Method)

• Pull the pin
• Aim at the base of the fire
• Squeeze the handle
• Sweep from side to side
• Demonstration and hands-on practice

Module 10: Fire Extinguisher Use in Different Environments

• Office, warehouse, construction site, and laboratory settings
• Electrical panel and kitchen fire response
• Handling gas and chemical fires safely

Module 11: Emergency Procedures and Fire Response

• Raising the alarm before attempting to extinguish a fire
• When not to fight a fire
• Evacuation and emergency communication protocols

Module 12: Fire Safety Awareness and Continuous Improvement

• Refresher training frequency and drills
• Encouraging proactive reporting of fire hazards
• Building a culture of fire prevention and preparedness