A spark or bit of grease flies, hitting a combustible material like paper or synthetic fabric. In moments, the flames start to grow and spread. Whether this scenario unfolds at home or in the workplace, what should you do, and which tools help you out?

If one is available, you reach for a fire blanket, cover the fire, and smother it before it progresses throughout the room or building. As you evaluate your safety program, learn more about this secondary protective solution and the options Fire Safety USA offers.

What Are Fire Blankets?

Made from woven fiberglass or another fire-resistant material, fire blankets are sized to cut off oxygen during small fires.

They're stored in a small case or pouch to quickly deploy during an emergency. In the workplace, they offer an efficient extinguishing solution for kitchen fires and control flames involving trash bins or fabric. Common scenarios include:

• Containing cooking oil and grease fires.
• Managing fires involving clothing, retail merchandise and other flammable materials.
• Personal protection during a fire, whether for exiting a building or practicing stop, drop and roll.
• An alternative to fire extinguishers.

Using an Emergency Fire Blanket

Fire blankets come in three sizes based on the type and degree of fire you could face. Because they're a secondary suppression solution:

• Turn off the heat source before applying the fire blanket.
• Make sure to protect your hands as you deploy the blanket.
• Directly place the blanket over the fire.
• Keep the blanket over the fire until the flames die down and the blanket feels cool.
• Periodically inspect your fire blanket for damage and wear.

Make sure the bag or case holding the fire blanket is kept in an accessible, clearly identifiable location that's not too close to the fire hazard. Consider hanging one near your fire extinguisher.

Order Fire Extinguisher Blankets From Fire Safety USA

Expand your secondary suppression strategy with quality fire blankets from Fire Safety USA. Browse solutions for residential and commercial applications now before placing an order online, through our call center or via our direct fax line.