Fire Extinguisher Operations
What you’ll learn:
This course provides an in-depth look at fire extinguisher types, usage procedures, and placement requirements within healthcare facilities. Learners will explore extinguisher characteristics, fire classifications, and code-based installation and inspection guidelines. Through real-world hospital context, the course reinforces safe and effective extinguisher use, including when and where each type is appropriate. By the end, learners will understand how extinguishers support broader fire suppression efforts and how to stay compliant with NFPA standards.
$279.00 / year
$49.00 every 3 months
Learning Objectives:
1. Describe basic fire characteristics, fire response procedures, and different types of fire extinguishers
2. Identify which type of fire extinguisher to use for specific applications (i.e., equipment type, facility space, fire class, etc.)
3. Describe installation and inspection, testing, and maintenance (ITM) requirements for fire extinguishers
What you’ll receive:
1 Continuing Education Credits (CECs) equivalent to 0.1 Continuing Education Units (CEUs)
Certificate of completion
