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Let's set up a residential fire extinguisher!
In the event of a fire in a house, initial-stage fire-fighting techniques. using fire extinguisher is very effective.
Last updated on September 25, 2024.
What is the residential fire extinguisher?
fire extinguisher was developed to be easy to use in ordinary homes and has the following features:
- Some of them do not have hoses, so they are lightweight. It is easy to use for women and the elderly, and it is easy to aim for the source of fire.
- Unlike ordinary fire extinguisher, it is colorful and rich in design.
- No need to refill fire extinguishing agent or check inside fire extinguisher. (Because there is an expiration date, regular replacement is required.)
Click here for how to use fire extinguisher
Installation location
Let's put it in a place that is easy for everyone to see and use.
Do not install it in places that are easily corroded, humid, or exposed to sea breeze or rain wind.
※Source: Japan fire extinguisher Industrial Association
How to purchase
Residential fire extinguisher can be purchased on the Internet, home centers and emergency supplies stores.
※Firefighters don't visit your home and sell fire extinguisher. Beware of vicious door-to-door sales and inspections of fire extinguisher!
If you feel suspicious, please contact your local fire department.
Expiration date
The expiration date of the residential fire extinguisher is about five years.
fire extinguisher, which has expired fire extinguisher and corrosion, is dangerous because it cannot be used properly.
Please replace it with a new fire extinguisher as soon as possible.
In particular, replace the fire extinguisher with corrosion, scratches, deformation, etc. immediately, even if the expiration date has not been reached.
※※Source: Japan fire extinguisher Industrial Association
Disposal and Recycling Methods
The fire department does not collect fire extinguisher.
Click here for information on how to dispose of fire extinguisher. → fire extinguisher Recycling Promotion Center (outside site)
Inquiries to this page
Prevention Division, Fire Bureau Prevention Department
Phone: 045-334-6406
Phone: 045-334-6406
Fax: 045-334-6610
E-Mail address [email protected]
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