Fire blankets
Fire blankets are made of fire-resistant materials. They are particularly useful for smothering fat pan fires or for wrapping around a person whose clothing is on fire.
The fire blanket will be marked to show whether it should be thrown away after use or used again after cleaning, in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
A fire blanket or damp cloth should be used on a fat pan fire.
Fire blankets should be kept in the kitchen.
Do not put your blanket too close to your cooker. You may not reach it in the event of a fire.
Always place the fire blanket near an escape route so that you have the option to walk away and contact the Fire and Rescue Service if you feel the fire is too large to tackle.
On board ship US NAVY and in Power Plants they were stationed near fuel oil & lubricating oil areas.