Chip Pan Unit
Cleveland Fire Brigade has at its disposal two mobile chip pan fire display units. These units are used at schools, colleges, shows, and cultural events throughout the year to demonstrate to members of the public the dangers of cooking with oil,and the precautions to take.
The image on the right illustrates what can happen to an unattended pan that has too much oil.
Image showing what happens when a small cup of water is used to try and extinguish the chip pan fire.
Unfortunately this is the technique a large number of people use to try and deal with this sort of incident.
A member of Community Safety demonstrating the correct technique for dealing with a chip pan fire.
Notice the way he is keeping low, whilst covering hands and face to protect himself from the flames.
