Fire extinguisher

Also known as portable extinguisher.

A portable device containing an extinguishing agent selected for particular classes and sizes of incipient fire.

Safety notes

Provide inspected units of the correct rating, keep access visible and unobstructed, train designated users, and prioritize alarm, evacuation, and emergency services over unsafe firefighting.
Applicable law, permits, collective agreements, venue rules, and qualified-person decisions take precedence.

In practice

Provide inspected units of the correct rating, keep access visible and unobstructed, train designated users, and prioritize alarm, evacuation, and emergency services over unsafe firefighting.

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Sources

Safety Bulletins · Contract Services Administration Trust Fund
Recommended Practices for Safety and Health Programs · Occupational Safety and Health Administration

Educational reference only. Requirements vary by jurisdiction, employer, venue, and production context.