LEARNING OUTCOMES At the end of this lesson, you will be able to: 1. Explain the requirements of fire extinguisher provisions 2. Explain the type of fire extinguisher and extinguishing agents 3. Explain the testing, design and placement of fire extinguishers 4. Discuss the maintenance, inspection and recharging required of fire extinguishers CHAPTER OUTLINE 1. Introduction 2. Extinguishing Agents 3. Fire Extinguisher Theory 3.1 Classes of fire 3.2 Classification of Occupancy Hazards 3.3 Ratings of Extinguishers 3.4 Selection of Extinguishers 3.5 General Requirements of Extinguishers 3.6 Marking of Extinguishers 3.7 Theory of Operation 4. Maintenance, Inspection & Recharging 5. Recording Keeping – Service Label 1. INTRODUCTION Fire Extinguishers are regulated by: i. Singapore Fire Code ii. SS 578 – Code of practice for the use and maintenance of portable fire extinguishers iii. SS EN3 series – Specification for portable fire extinguishers

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