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individual should leave the area at ooze. The PASS procedure a as follows: <br /> • Pull Pin: Tbis uvlodks the operating lever an the extingmsher and allows discharge of the <br /> extinguisher. Song a mguishers atay&%v other demur that preventinadvertent operation. <br /> • Aim Loin Point the extingasher nozzle(or hose)at the base of the fire. <br /> • Squeeze: Squeeze the lever below the handle. Ilsis discharges the extinguishing agent. <br /> Releaaiug the lever will stop the discharge. Some extiaetu=bM have a button that can be Pressed <br /> for release of the extingmiahing agent. V <br /> • Sweep From Side to Side: Moving carefully toward the fire,keep the extinguisher aimed at the <br /> base of the fire and sweep back and forth across the fire until the flames appear to be our. Watch <br /> the fire area. If the fire reignites,repeat the process_ <br /> 4. First Aid Procedures: <br /> a.Smoke Inhalation: Remove the individual to fresh air immediately. Call a physician immediately. Report <br /> the situation to representatives of the Fire Department or other euergency response organizatians on the scene_ <br /> b.Eye Irritation: Flush with large amounts of water for 15 nurtures err until irritation subsides. Consult a <br /> physician <br /> r.Skin Contact(derma[): Remove contanum ed cloduag and wash skin thoroughly with soap and water, If <br /> material n a caustic,flash thoroughly with large amounts of fresh water. <br /> d.Ingestion: Call emergency medical aid immediately. Consult the appropriate Safety Data Sheet(SAS)to <br /> dMurnne if vomiting should be induced or if individual should be provided other fust aid measures. <br /> e.Burns: Remove the individual from the heat source and call a physician-unmediately Report the situation tc <br /> representatives ofthe Fire Department or other emergency response organizations on the scene. <br /> J. Evacuation: Supervisors have the authority to direct an evacuation of the facility. Refer o Part3 c fthis Active <br /> Plan <br /> 13 <br />