Schaumburg, IL – Township employees took part in hands-on fire extinguisher training Friday morning as part of Fire Safety and Prevention Month, joining the Hoffman Estates Fire Department to learn key life-saving techniques.
According to Schaumburg Township officials, firefighters guided participants through the PASS method — Pull, Aim, Squeeze, and Sweep — to demonstrate proper extinguisher use in case of an emergency. The interactive training helped staff gain confidence in responding quickly if a fire breaks out at work or home.
Fire officials also encouraged residents to inspect their own extinguishers this month, checking that each unit’s gauge pin is in the green zone, indicating it’s still functional. They added an important home safety reminder: “Close Before You Doze.” Keeping bedroom doors shut while sleeping can significantly slow the spread of smoke and flames during a fire, even with standard interior doors.
The township expressed appreciation to the Hoffman Estates Fire Department for leading the educational session and reinforcing community preparedness.
Residents are urged to take a few minutes this weekend to locate their fire extinguishers and ensure they’re in working order — a small step that can make a major difference in an emergency.
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