Have you ever used a manual fire extinguisher? What circumstances brought you to the need to do so? Can you find anything in the Fire Codes (CBC, IBC or NFPA) that states where handheld (manual) extinguishers should be placed in various buildings? (hint: they may have special cabinets or attachment requirements and may be placed at maximum distances along the egress path)
Have you ever used a manual fire extinguisher? What circumstances brought you to the need to do so? Can you find anything in the Fire Codes (CBC, IBC or NFPA) that states where handheld (manual) extinguishers should be placed in various buildings? (hint: they may have special cabinets or attachment requirements and may be placed at maximum distances along the egress path)
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Have you ever used a manual fire extinguisher? What circumstances brought you to the need to do so?
Can you find anything in the Fire Codes (CBC, IBC or NFPA) that states where handheld (manual) extinguishers should be placed in various buildings? (hint: they may have special cabinets or attachment requirements and may be placed at maximum distances along the egress path)
Please answer these questions. Explain your experience and/or your findings with the class.
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