Fire extinguisher training on campus
There are 7,400 fire extinguishers on the U of T St. George campus. Understanding how to use them is paramount for personal safety and property protection.
By being properly prepared to use fire extinguishers, U of T students, staff, and faculty may swiftly respond to incipient fires (if it is safe to do so), preventing escalation and potential disasters—containing small fires before they spread, mitigating damage, and reducing the risk of injury or loss of life.
Get trained by Fire Prevention Services
In-person training
U of T Fire Prevention Services offers free hands-on in-person outdoor fire extinguisher training annually from May through October. Participants will:
- Learn fire extinguisher components and basics
- Discover how to correctly use fire extinguishers
- Practice using fire extinguishers to combat small, controlled fires
- Learn the different types of fires (and corresponding extinguisher types)
- Acquire knowledge of fire preparedness best practices
The training runs for approximately one hour and can be booked here:
Online training
Fire Prevention Services also offers an online fire extinguisher training module, which may be taken at any time through SuccessFactors Learning. Simply search for “fire extinguisher” once logged in with your UTORid.
- Course name: “How to Use a Fire Extinguisher”
- Course ID: FPS-1001
This comprehensive fire extinguisher module equips staff and faculty with the knowledge and skills to handle fire emergencies effectively. The module covers different types of fires, the correct usage of portable fire extinguishers, and other essential fire protection practices. By the end of the module, learners will be better prepared to act safely and confidently in a fire emergency.
Further details
For more information about fire extinguisher training, and how you can stay safe and informed on campus, please contact Fire Prevention Services at fireprevention@utoronto.ca.