EXTINGUISHING SMALL FIRES:

If there is a small fire, call the Fire Department first before any attempt is made to extinguish the fire. DO NOT HESITATE OR DELAY.

Fight a small contained fire only (i.e. waste basket, paper fire). You should have at least one (1) fire extinguisher located within your suite. In addition, there are extinguishers in the fire cabinets adjacent to the stairwells. These extinguishers are CLASS ABC dry chemical fire extinguishers and may be used for the following types of fires:

• Ordinary Combustibles
  
• Flammable Liquids
  
• Electrical Equipment Fires

Get someone to help you attempt to put out the fire using the portable fire extinguishers. DO SO ONLY IF YOU FEEL CAPABLE. Instructions for use are printed on the extinguishers. DIRECT NOZZLE AT THE BASE OF THE FIRE, NOT SMOKE. COVER ALL BURNING SURFACES WITH A SIDE TO SIDE MOTION.

ANY ATTEMPT TO USE THE FIRE FIGHTING EQUIPMENT SHOULD BE DONE ONLY AFTER NOTIFYING THE DOWNERS GROVE FIRE DEPARTMENT USING THE EMERGENCY NUMBER 911. THEN CALL THE MANAGEMENT OFFICE AT 963-0700. AGAIN, IF THE FIRE IS OR GETS LARGE GET OUT!!

Familiarize yourself with all fire extinguishers, their locations and directions for their use. When using an extinguisher, always keep your back to the door to allow for quick escape.