A fire can happen at any time and at almost any place. In order to respond safely to a fire emergency, personnel must be able to identify the type of fire and select the correct type of fire extinguisher to put the fire out. This course will help reinforce your understanding of how to identify different classes of fires and different types of fire extinguishers.
Topic I: Fire Basics
• Describe the three elements of combustion.
• Describe the five classes of fires.
Topic II: Extinguishers and Extinguishing Agents
• Describe common types of fire extinguishers and extinguishing agents.
Topic III: Extinguisher Identification
• Describe several ways of identifying different types of fire extinguishers.
SUBJECT MATTER EXPERT: David Chitester
David Chitester is a licensed P.E. in Michigan and Florida has over 35 years of experience. He graduated with a B.S. in Civil Engineering from the University of Pittsburgh in 1974. He also has an M.B.A that he received from Northern Michigan University in 1978.
David Chitester began his career with Bechtel Power and Blount Brothers where he gained field construction experience on projects ranging from $150 million to $500 million. For more than 30 years, he has provided services essential to a balanced mix of public and private sector clients. Mr. Chitester's expertise has been applied to multi-million dollar hotels and resorts, industrial process plants, power generating facilities, office and commercial buildings. He is a licensed Professional Engineer and his background includes a number of years on active construction sites.
David Chitester is a professional trainer and founder of RedVector.com Inc. and Chitester Management Systems. He has authored numerous online courses and taught live classes on ethics, laws and rules, building codes and the ADA. His courses have been approved by numerous state boards and private organizations including the: AIA, USGBC, FBPE, AICP, FCILB, ECLB, Florida Building Commission and many others.
1 hr. Online Course