Description

What is a fire blanket?
A fire blanket consists of a piece of fire-resistant fabric
(usually woven glass fibre) that can be used to smother a
small fire or wrap around a person whose clothing is alight.
Where to store a fire blanket
To be useful, a fire blanket should be easily and quickly
available. Fire blankets are often installed in kitchen areas
where small cooking fires may occur. Do not place them
near the stove as a stove top fire may stop you getting to
it. Instead, place the fire blanket near the door way to
the kitchen. This will mean you can still leave if the fire
escalates.
When to use a fire blanket
A fire blanket is ideal for extinguishing cooking fat fires and
can be used to wrap around people if their clothes catch on
fire.
How to use a fire blanket