Volta Fire Blanket (Model Code: VL 180 FB), a safety device designed to extinguish small, starting fires by smothering them and cutting off their oxygen supply. 

Key Specifications

• Material: Made from 100% fiberglass fabric, which is highly heat-resistant and durable.
• Dimensions: Large size measuring 1.8 meters x 1.8 meters (approximately 6ft x 6ft) with a thickness of 0.43 mm.
• Design: Features a wall-mountable red pouch and quick-release pull tapes for immediate access during emergencies. 

Primary Uses

• Kitchen Fires: Effectively handles small grease or oil fires where water should never be used.
• Clothing Fires: Can be wrapped around a person whose clothes have caught fire to quickly extinguish flames.
• Electrical Fires: Suitable for minor fires involving electrical equipment.
• Emergency Shield: May be used as a temporary heat shield to protect an individual while escaping a burning area. 

How to Use Safely

1. Pull the Tapes: Pull the two black tabs downward to quickly release the blanket from its pouch.
2. Protect Your Hands: Wrap the top edges of the blanket over your hands to shield them from flames.
3. Gently Place: Carefully drape the blanket over the fire to create a complete seal. Do not throw it, as this can spread the fire.
4. Turn Off Heat: Switch off the heat source (like a stove burner) if it is safe to do so.
5. Leave in Place: Keep the blanket on the fire for at least 15–30 minutes until the area is completely cool to prevent reignition