On Tue, 17 May 2005 10:04:13 +0100, Christian McArdle wrote:

Get some training on how to use them. Without training (and usually
with training too), their most effective use is to smash windows.

Aye. If the fire is big enough to warrant an extinguisher you really
don't want to be there. Get Out, Stay Out etc

However they can be useful in the initial stages of a contained
fire, if you know what you're doing and have already initiated the
evacuation.

I wouldn't bother with an extinguisher for a kitchen. A fire blanket
could be useful if some one sets themselves alight. The average
kitchen doesn't have enough space to roll over and over in.

Small pan based fat fires are easyly dealt with by putting the lid on,
turning off the heat and leaving for half an hour to cool. Grill pans
with a *DAMP*, not dripping, tea towel. Remember to half wrap the
towel around your hands/fore arms to protect them as you place it over
the fire. Do this by holding the far corners of the towel and twisting
your hands inwards. Once on leave to cool.

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Cheers
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