Fire Extinguisher Types & the PASS Technique Explained

Fire extinguisher types and the PASS technique are basic skills every industrial worker should understand before an emergency happens. Using the wrong extinguisher on the wrong class of fire can make the situation worse — and under pressure, knowing what to do matters. In this episode of Toolbox Talk TV, we explain the 5 fire classes (A, B, C, D, and K), which extinguisher types match each class, and how to use the PASS technique: Pull, Aim, Squeeze, Sweep. This video is designed for workers, supervisors, fabricators, welders, maintenance crews, and HSE professionals working in oil & gas, petrochemical, fertilizer, manufacturing, and power plant environments. In this video you'll learn: ✅ The 5 fire classes: A, B, C, D & K ✅ Which extinguisher is appropriate for each fire class ✅ Why water must not be used on energized electrical fires ✅ What ABC dry chemical extinguishers are designed for ✅ PASS: Pull, Aim, Squeeze & Sweep ✅ How to aim at the base of a fire ✅ When you should NOT attempt to fight a fire ✅ How to check an extinguisher pressure gauge ✅ Common fire extinguisher mistakes workers make ✅ Basic extinguisher readiness and inspection practices Important Safety Reminder Only attempt to use a portable fire extinguisher when the fire is small and contained, you have the correct extinguisher, the alarm has been activated, and you have a clear escape route behind you. If the fire is growing, smoke is becoming heavy, your exit is compromised, or you are unsure — evacuate and follow your site's emergency response procedure. Toolbox Talk TV covers industrial safety one topic at a time for workers, supervisors, and HSE teams across oil & gas, petrochemical, fertilizer, and power generation. 👍 Like the video and subscribe to Toolbox Talk TV for practical industrial safety training. 💬 Do you know the class rating of the fire extinguisher closest to your workstation? Comment YES, NO, or NOT SURE below. Chapters 00:00 – Why Fire Extinguisher Knowledge Matters 00:37 – OSHA Fire Extinguisher Training Requirements 01:05 – Fire Risks in Industrial Facilities 02:00 – The 5 Fire Classes Explained 03:35 – ABC Fire Extinguishers Explained 04:00 – PASS Technique: Pull, Aim, Squeeze, Sweep 05:05 – When You Should NOT Fight a Fire 05:45 – Extinguisher Gauge & Inspection Checks 06:15 – Common Fire Extinguisher Mistakes 07:20 – Practical Fire Safety Checklist 08:00 – Quick Recap & Next Video #FireExtinguisher #FireSafety #IndustrialSafety #PASS #OSHA #ToolboxTalkTV