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from the fire and follow the four-step PASS procedure . If the fire does not go out immediately , the <br /> 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 — Premier Chrysler Dodge Jeep of 1110 vALL <br /> Tracy <br /> ©KPA, LLC Page 6 <br />