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The relevant organization regulating fire safety in the operating room is the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA). The relevant document from that organization is NFPA – 99: The Healthcare Facilities Code, which requires a fire extinguisher within 75 feet of every working location.
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Is the fire extinguisher the first method for extinguishing the fire?
In the event of a fire on the patient, the extinguisher is not the first method for extinguishing the fire. All surgical procedures that have a high risk of a fire (i.e., combination of surgery above the xiphoid, heat source e.g., ESU, open oxygen source) must have a basin of water or saline readily available on the OR table.
Do first alert fire extinguishers come with mounting hardware?
While a fire extinguisher mounting bracket is included on some First Alert fire extinguishers, mounting hardware is not included. Depending on where the fire extinguisher will be installed (wood, metal, drywall), different hardware is needed (wood screws, metal screws, toggle/anchor screws).
What happens if I trigger Test my First Alert disposable fire extinguisher?
Please note: if you have trigger-test your First Alert disposable fire extinguisher, your warranty will be void. Can a fire extinguisher be stored in an automobile? A fire extinguisher can be stored in an automobile if the ambient (usual/average) temperature does not exceed the UL Rating listing in the owners’ manual (usually -40 to 120 degrees F.)
Will my fire extinguisher still work if it is empty?
My fire extinguisher appears to be almost empty. Will it still work? For rechargeable fire extinguishers, as long as the arrow is in the green, the fire extinguisher is fully pressurized. If you have discharged a non-rechargeable fire extinguisher, it is recommended that you replace the unit.
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Reference:
https://www.usfa.fema.gov/
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fire_extinguisher