Can you heat wood without burning it? Heating wood without the presence of oxygen will give you pyrolysis. Most of the components of wood, other than the water, will thermally decompose before they change state from a solid to a liquid. The decomposition products will mostly be gasses. Why wood does not melt on heating? […]
Can you burn pine in a furnace?
Can you burn pine in a furnace? Perhaps you’ve been told the same thing: don’t burn pine in your fireplace or wood stove. The common explanation is that pine creates a dangerous soot buildup in the chimney, called creosote. While true, it’s not entirely accurate. Pine does have a place in your wood stove or […]
Why does smoke come into my house from the fireplace?
Why does smoke come into my house from the fireplace? Occasional puffs of smoke that enter the room from beneath the chimney breast are usually caused by downdrafts, or air rushing down the chimney in spite of the upward air flow caused by fireplace heat. Downdrafts often occur in windy weather. If the problem is […]
What number do you call for fire?
What do firefighters do to help the community?
What do firefighters do to help the community? They prepare for future emergencies by maintaining tools and fire vehicles, running drills, and staying in shape for the demands of the job. They also go out into the community to provide public education on things like fire prevention. Why is it important for firefighters to know […]
How far apart should fire extinguishers be?
How far apart should fire extinguishers be? 75 feet Does OSHA require annual fire extinguisher training? This choice requires the employer to comply with all the requirements in 29 CFR 1910.157 for the placement, use, maintenance, testing, training and education in the use of the portable fire extinguishers. The education and training shall be provided […]
Why is petroleum bad for the environment?
Why is petroleum bad for the environment? As a fossil fuel, its combustion contributes to polluting emissions, especially of carbon dioxide, one of the most dangerous of the greenhouse gases. Human contributions of greenhouse gases have modified the atmospheric greenhouse layer, which plays an important role in moderating global temperatures. How does petroleum get into […]
What is the color of halon extinguisher?
What is the color of halon extinguisher? Fire extinguishers containing halon are colour coded YELLOW unless they are imported directly from overseas. In which case they can be green or red with a green band. Imported units are commonly found in aircraft and foreign shipping. What is a halon fire extinguisher? Halon Extinguishers are used […]
Can you Repin a fire extinguisher?
Can you Repin a fire extinguisher? Some fire extinguishers can be reused one-time and some can be reused over and over again as long as they are properly maintained, re-pinned, and refilled. I personally would only recommend that you recharge, re-pin, and reuse a fire extinguisher one time. Do fire extinguishers need to be secured? […]
When should you use a extinguisher?
When should you use a extinguisher? When operating a fire extinguisher, tell residents to remember the word PASS: Pull the pin. Hold the extinguisher with the nozzle pointing away from you and release the locking mechanism. Aim low. Point the extinguisher at the base of the fire. Squeeze the lever slowly and evenly. Sweep the […]