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Fire Blanket

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A fire blanket is a safety device made from fire-resistant materials used to extinguish small fires or wrap around a person whose clothes have caught fire. It works by cutting off oxygen from the fire, thereby smothering the flames.

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Description

A fire blanket is a safety device made from fire-resistant materials used to extinguish small fires or wrap around a person whose clothes have caught fire. It works by cutting off oxygen from the fire, thereby smothering the flames.


🧯 What Is It Used For?

  • Smothering kitchen or electrical fires

  • Wrapping around a person in case of clothing fire

  • Useful in homes, laboratories, industrial kitchens, and workshops

  • Often part of standard fire safety kits


🧵 Materials

Fire blankets are typically made from:

  • Fiberglass fabric (most common; highly heat resistant)

  • Wool treated with flame-retardant chemicals

  • Some newer versions use ceramic or Kevlar blends


📐 Typical Features

Feature Description
Heat Resistance Withstands temps up to ~900°C (1650°F)
Sizes Available Common sizes: 1m × 1m, 1.2m × 1.2m, 1.8m × 1.8m
Packaging Comes in a quick-release wall-mounted pouch or container
Ease of Use Pull tabs allow for fast deployment
Reusable? No – usually intended for one-time use only (especially after fire exposure)

How to Use a Fire Blanket

  1. Pull the blanket out using the corner tabs.

  2. Hold it in front of you as a shield (especially if approaching flames).

  3. Gently place or drape the blanket over the fire — do not throw it.

  4. Turn off heat source (if safe to do so).

  5. Leave in place until the area cools.

  6. Call emergency services if needed.