First Due Tackle Pass It On – Firefighter, Rescue & Extrication Training
Liquid CO2 is a hazard that is now being found in restaurants. These systems are decreasing the number of CO2 bottle changes needed, however, many of the hoses are plastic and subject to damage. When a hose develops a crack, the liquid CO2 expands at a high ratio quickly filling the area. Unsuspecting persons may quickly become unconscious as O2 levels decrease rapidly.
Whether you are a mop and glow guy or not, this type of incident can effect any one of us. Preplan your restaurants and realize that these liquid CO2 systems give another possibility to “person collapsed”.
Thanks to David Walsh for passing this my way. The link below is an incident review by the Phoenix FD.
Pheonix Fire CO2 Incident Review Video
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