PERFORMANCE EVALUATION CHECKLIST

M2.2 – Fire Extinguishers

GENERAL INFORMATION
Directions: Given a selection of portable fire extinguishers, extinguish an incipient Class A, Class B, or
Class C fire.

Objective: Demonstrate using an appropriate class of fire extinguisher to extinguish a small, incipient
stage fire. (OSFM 2-7.6, 2-7.6, 2-16.2, 2-16.10)

NFPA 1001, 2013 Ed. Task: Extinguish a Class A, Class B, or Class C fire.
5.3.8, 5.3.16 JPR

Student Name: ______________________________ Attempt # ___

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PERFORMANCE MEASURES Points
1. Selected appropriate extinguisher. ___ / 1
2. Checked to ensure extinguisher was full/charged, then verbalized the ___ / 1
verification to the evaluator.
3. Carried extinguisher to fire from windward side if possible. ___ / 1
4. Pulled pin and readied extinguisher for use. ___ / 1
5. Tested extinguisher in a proper manner. ___ / 1
6. Aimed nozzle with one hand and squeezed/pumped handle with other ___ / 1
hand.
7. Swept nozzle from side to side over entire fire area. ___ / 1
8. Moved closer to complete extinguishment. ___ / 1
9. Backed away from fire not turning their back to fire. ___ / 1
EVALUATION RESULTS
The student must complete all steps (100%) to receive an overall pass rating.

Overall Evaluation: PASS FAIL

Student’s Signature: __________________________________ Date: __________

Evaluator’s Signature: _________________________________ Date: _________

Comments: _________________________________________________________________________
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