A fire blanket is a type of fire safety device that's best for use on small fires.
These blankets are designed to put out small fires before they get started.
Composed of materials that won't burn, they're useful if you can't put out a fire with water.
Some cases where you might need a fire blanket include grease and oil fires and electrical fires.
If the stove or pan catches fire, never apply water - instead, use your first blanket.
These useful, reusable safety devices can be stored in the kitchen in an easy to reach place.
Likewise, if someone's clothing catches fire, a fire blanket can be wrapped around them to extinguish it.
Fire blankets aren't just for use in the kitchen, however.
Consider keeping one near your electrical equipment, or in the garage or any oil storage location.
Grease and oil fires can be a serious problem.
Modern types are better than old style wool fire blankets, since there's no danger of scorching.
Some large laboratory fire blankets are still made from treated wool.
In decommissioning old buildings and equipment, you may encounter very old fire blankets made from asbestos.
These will not burn, but pose a health hazard to workers and should be treated very carefully during disposal.
Modern household fire blankets are generally made from aramid fibres, fibreglass, or similar materials.
Even though they're produced from synthetics, there's no danger of melting or dripping, and they don't burn.
They don't stick to skin, even if that skin has been damaged by fire.
Many fire blankets still work up to as high a temperature as 900 degrees Celsius.
That makes them one of the simplest and safest options for putting out a small fire.
A fire blanket works by removing the fire's oxygen supply - a vital component of combustion.
By wrapping a burning object in a blanket completely, you remove its ability to burn.
Keep your fire blankets close at hand to make sure you can get at them in the event of a fire.
Remember that you must use yours properly in order to get the full benefit of it.
That means reading the instructions and following them with care.
When you use a fire blanket, it's important to protect your hands from damage by the fire.
That requires wrapping them in the top edge of the blanket as you apply it to the source of the flame, or wearing fire resistant gloves to handle the blanket.
Remember that not every fire can be put out by a fire blanket.
If you use one of these devices and aren't able to extinguish the fire, call your local fire department immediately.
Fire blankets should be allowed to cool after use for at least half an hour.
Other than this, they require no servicing or maintenance, unlike a chemical fire extinguisher.
They're always ready to use, and don't expire or go out of date.
Any fire blanket you buy will have been tested before being sold, so it'll work well when you need it.
Keep a number of these simple, inexpensive fire prevention devices around your home, in any problem area.
They're folded up into a small container, so they won't take up much space.
However, that container has been designed to release the blanket quickly.
There's no need to fuss with it when you need to deal with a fire.
Every home or workplace, especially locations where there's a hazard of grease or electrical fire, should have fire blankets on hand and ready to use.
They're one of the simplest and smartest ways to prevent a small fire from getting larger, and to minimise the amount of damage caused.
Less messy and difficult to use than an extinguisher, and always ready for duty, fire blankets are an excellent choice when dealing with small fires, especially those which can't be put out by water.
Make sure that your home, garage, or business is well stocked with fire blankets and other fire prevention materials.
Make sure you know how to use them, so you'll be safe if something goes wrong.
The majority of fires can be prevented or stopped through quick action, and fire blankets are an important part of fire safety.
These blankets are designed to put out small fires before they get started.
Composed of materials that won't burn, they're useful if you can't put out a fire with water.
Some cases where you might need a fire blanket include grease and oil fires and electrical fires.
If the stove or pan catches fire, never apply water - instead, use your first blanket.
These useful, reusable safety devices can be stored in the kitchen in an easy to reach place.
Likewise, if someone's clothing catches fire, a fire blanket can be wrapped around them to extinguish it.
Fire blankets aren't just for use in the kitchen, however.
Consider keeping one near your electrical equipment, or in the garage or any oil storage location.
Grease and oil fires can be a serious problem.
Modern types are better than old style wool fire blankets, since there's no danger of scorching.
Some large laboratory fire blankets are still made from treated wool.
In decommissioning old buildings and equipment, you may encounter very old fire blankets made from asbestos.
These will not burn, but pose a health hazard to workers and should be treated very carefully during disposal.
Modern household fire blankets are generally made from aramid fibres, fibreglass, or similar materials.
Even though they're produced from synthetics, there's no danger of melting or dripping, and they don't burn.
They don't stick to skin, even if that skin has been damaged by fire.
Many fire blankets still work up to as high a temperature as 900 degrees Celsius.
That makes them one of the simplest and safest options for putting out a small fire.
A fire blanket works by removing the fire's oxygen supply - a vital component of combustion.
By wrapping a burning object in a blanket completely, you remove its ability to burn.
Keep your fire blankets close at hand to make sure you can get at them in the event of a fire.
Remember that you must use yours properly in order to get the full benefit of it.
That means reading the instructions and following them with care.
When you use a fire blanket, it's important to protect your hands from damage by the fire.
That requires wrapping them in the top edge of the blanket as you apply it to the source of the flame, or wearing fire resistant gloves to handle the blanket.
Remember that not every fire can be put out by a fire blanket.
If you use one of these devices and aren't able to extinguish the fire, call your local fire department immediately.
Fire blankets should be allowed to cool after use for at least half an hour.
Other than this, they require no servicing or maintenance, unlike a chemical fire extinguisher.
They're always ready to use, and don't expire or go out of date.
Any fire blanket you buy will have been tested before being sold, so it'll work well when you need it.
Keep a number of these simple, inexpensive fire prevention devices around your home, in any problem area.
They're folded up into a small container, so they won't take up much space.
However, that container has been designed to release the blanket quickly.
There's no need to fuss with it when you need to deal with a fire.
Every home or workplace, especially locations where there's a hazard of grease or electrical fire, should have fire blankets on hand and ready to use.
They're one of the simplest and smartest ways to prevent a small fire from getting larger, and to minimise the amount of damage caused.
Less messy and difficult to use than an extinguisher, and always ready for duty, fire blankets are an excellent choice when dealing with small fires, especially those which can't be put out by water.
Make sure that your home, garage, or business is well stocked with fire blankets and other fire prevention materials.
Make sure you know how to use them, so you'll be safe if something goes wrong.
The majority of fires can be prevented or stopped through quick action, and fire blankets are an important part of fire safety.
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