For additional information on fire safety policies and practices, we encourage you to consult the following documents:
Electric hand soldering (iron and gun) poses fire, electrical, and health risks (e.g., burns, chemical exposure) to the user from improper application, poor technique, and unsafe work area (e.g., co-located combustibles, clutter). Elimination of these hazards ensures a secure environment for safe soldering operations. Please adhere to the Soldering Safety Guide Sheet.
How to Use a Fire Extinguisher
For additional information and questions related to Fire Safety, email Jeff Pendley at pendley@usc.edu or Rob Forsberg at forsberg@usc.edu.