How to Use a Fire Blanket

Every building should have a fire blanket inside for safety reasons, and everyone in the building should know how to use it. The use of a fire blanket can save the life of a person whose clothes have caught on fire. It can also be used to put out any small fire that cannot be put out with water alone. Here is the technique to use a fire blanket effectively.

Things You'll Need

• Fire blanket
• Fire
• Fire resistant gloves (optional)

Instructions

1. Put on the fire-resistant gloves, if available.

2. Unfold the fire blanket so that it is completely opened.

3. Hold the fire blanket with your hands wrapped in the top edge of the blanket. This will protect your hands from the heat and flames.

4. Completely cover the flames with the fire blanket by throwing the blanket on top until the fire goes out.

5. Put flames out on a person's clothes by wrapping the fire blanket around the victim.

6. Let the fire blanket cool completely for 30 minutes to 1 hour after the fire is out. Fold it back up for storage. Most fire blankets are designed to be reused.

Tips & Warnings

• If you cannot put out a fire with a fire blanket, call the fire department.