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Fire Extinguisher Training & Certification
Hard Hat Training courses meet all training requirements set by OSHA.
We Offer Three Types of Fire Extinguisher Safety Trainings
Our regulation-aligned Fire Extinguisher certification courses are updated to reflect the most recent changes made to safety standards. Whether you want a certification in as little as two hours, or a more robust training, we can help! We offer online trainings that can be completed in a day, DIY training kits that provide training materials, Train the Trainer certifications that certify individuals to train others and provide training materials, or onsite training. No matter what you choose, we can get you what you want, at a price you can afford.
Online Training
Online training is for those who prefer self-paced training from any location and/or for employers who need to assign and monitor employee training progress and exam scores.
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Training Kits
The training kit is for those who want the freedom of doing the training themselves. It is an PowerPoint Presentation (PPT) that you can present yourself to a group of trainees.
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Train the Trainer
Train the Trainer courses are online and meant to certify a individual to use the training kit to train others. Training kit and materials are included with the Train the Trainer online course for no additional cost.
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Our Fire Extinguisher Safety Training course is regulation aligned, and our online version fulfills classroom training requirements. Each class contains sections on anatomical components, fire extinguisher classifications, proper maintenance, safe operations, common hazards, and more.
This presentation includes intermittent practice quiz questions to prepare for the final written exam included with the course. In addition to the written exam, this course also includes a checklist for employers to use when administering a practical exam as required.
Though you will still need to familiarize yourself with all other applicable federal, state, and local standards, this training encompasses standards many standards.
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For most courses, we offer OSHA trainings in English and Spanish, CAL/OSHA trainings in English, and Canada trainings in English. See all of our options!
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U.S. Standards
International Standards
Canada Standards
Train the Trainer Certification
The Train the Trainer option is used to certify a trainer to teach others using the included training kit. It incorporates the online course with an additional train the trainer module, as well as the training kit. This option results in an regulation-aligned lifetime trainer certification from Hard Hat Training. This certification is not company-specific, meaning you can take it with you should you change employers.
Why Do I Need Fire Extinguisher Safety Training?
In line with regulations, anyone who works with fire extinguishers must receive training prior to working on their own. Requirements for refresher training related to forklifts or other processes are very specific. Most other equipment doesn’t have such specific requirements, but it’s wise to follow the same guidelines.
When it comes to refresher training, the standards in some instances (like forklifts) are very specific: operators must be re-evaluated every three years to see if they are still competent to operate the equipment. Best practices say to apply this same rule to all types of equipment. A so-called “free-pass” cannot be awarded based on experience, age, or time on the job. The extent of the evaluation is to be determined by the employer but should include a written and practical examination that proves continued competency.
Stay Informed On All Things Fire Extinguisher
Did You Know?
Ctesibius of Alexandria invented a water hand pump that could deliver water to put out fires in 200 B.C.E. (Source: Fire Safe).
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the types of fire extinguishers?
No two fires are the same, and fire extinguishers are no exception. The five types of fire you may come across are A, B, C, D, and K. There are many fire extinguishers that you can use depending on the type of fire present. To put out fires, you may use any of the following fire extinguishers: carbon dioxide, wet chemical, foam, dry powder, or water fire extinguisher.
When should you use a fire extinguisher?
Before you use a fire extinguisher, make sure everyone has evacuated the area, the fire is contained and not spreading, and the room is not filled with smoke. You should also make sure the fire does not cut off your escape route.
How do you use a fire extinguisher in the workplace?
Either for work or for home, using a fire extinguisher follows the same steps: pull the pin, aim at the base of the fire, squeeze the lever, and sweep side to side. To help you remember these steps, use the pneumonic device P-A-S-S (Pull, Aim, Squeeze, Sweep).
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For most courses, we offer OSHA trainings in English and Spanish, CAL/OSHA trainings in English, and Canada trainings in English. See all of our options!
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