Volta Fire Blanket (Model: VL 3M FB), a safety device made from 100% fiberglass fabric designed to extinguish small fires by smothering them.
Key Specifications
- Dimensions: 3m x 3m (large enough to cover significant surface areas or wrap around a person).
- Thickness: 0.45 mm.
- Material: 100% fiberglass, which is naturally flame-retardant and highly heat-resistant.
- Design: Features a wall-mount design for quick accessibility in emergencies.
How it Works
For a fire to burn, it needs heat, fuel, and oxygen. A fire blanket works by cutting off the oxygen supply, effectively "suffocating" the flames. Because fiberglass is non-conductive, it is also safe for use on small electrical fires.
Primary Uses
- Kitchen Fires: Ideal for grease or oil fires where using water would be dangerous.
- Clothing Fires: Can be wrapped around a person whose clothes have caught fire to extinguish the flames.
- Emergency Escape: Can be used as a temporary heat shield when escaping a burning area.
Safety Tips
- Single Use Only: Fire blankets should be disposed of and replaced after one use, as the fibers can be compromised by heat.
- Don't Throw: Gently place the blanket over the fire starting from the edge nearest you to avoid pushing air into the flames.
- Wait to Cool: Leave the blanket in place for at least 15–30 minutes after the fire is out to ensure it doesn't reignite.