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individual should leave the area at once. The PASS procedure is as follows: <br /> • Pull Pin: This unlocks the operating lever on the extinguisher and allows discharge of the <br /> extinguisher. Some extinguishers may have other devices that prevent inadvertent operation. <br /> • Aim Low: Point the extinguisher nozzle(or hose)at the base of the fire. <br /> • Squeeze: Squeeze the lever below the handle. This discharges the extinguishing agent. <br /> Releasing the lever will stop the discharge. Some extinguishers have a button that can be pressed <br /> for release of the extinguishing agent. <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 out. 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 emergency response organizations on the scene. <br /> b.Eye Irritation: Flush with large amounts of water for 15 minutes or until irritation subsides. Consult a <br /> physician. <br /> c.Skin Contact(dermal): Remove contaminated clothing and wash skin thoroughly with soap and water. If <br /> material is a caustic,flush thoroughly with large amounts of fresh water. <br /> d.Ingestion: Call emergency medical aid immediately. Consult the appropriate Material Safety Data Sheet <br /> (MSDS)to determine if vomiting should be induced or if individual should be provided other first aid measures. <br /> e.Burns: Remove the individual from the heat source and call a physician immediately. Report the situation to <br /> representatives of the Fire Department or other emergency response organizations on the scene. <br /> 5.Evacuation: Supervisors have the authority to direct an evacuation of the facility. Refer to Part 3 of this <br /> Action Plan. <br /> Emergency Response Action Plan— Sanborn Chevrolet 1110 vALL <br /> Page 6 <br /> LZ DMAY 19 2017 <br /> ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH <br /> DEPART NiENT <br />