Explain methods of fire safety.

Explanation should include

• elements contributing to fires
• types of extinguishers
• basic guidelines for use of a fire extinguisher pull-aim-squeeze-sweep (PASS)
• basic emergency fire rules and fire safety guidelines
• smoke, radon, carbon monoxide alarms
• rescue-alarm-confine-extinguish (RACE)

Devices should include patient mobilization equipment.

Process/Skill Questions:

• How do professional communication and teamwork contribute to fire safety?
• Why is it important to keep all work areas clutter-free?
• What are the basic similarities and differences among the various classes and uses of fire extinguishers?
• What is the proper way to use a fire extinguisher?