What are the standard sizes for fire blankets under IS 15381?

The standard nominal sizes are 1.0x1.0m, 1.2x1.2m, 1.2x1.8m, and 1.8x1.8m (Table 1).

What material is specified for fire blankets?

The standard specifies either a treated woollen fabric or a glass fibre fabric (Clause 4).

How should a fire blanket container be marked?

The container must be 'Fire Red', marked with 'FIRE BLANKET' in white letters, include a pictogram, and have clear instructions for use (Clause 9).

What is the primary use of a fire blanket?

It is intended for extinguishing small fires in their early stages, particularly fires involving fats and cooking oils, and for smothering flames on a person.

IS 15381

: 2003

Fire Blanket

CurrentFrequently UsedSpecificationFire Safety · Fire Safety

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This standard specifies the requirements for materials, construction, performance, and dimensions of fire blankets. It covers blankets made from treated wool or fiberglass, designed for extinguishing small fires, especially those involving cooking oils and fats (Class F), and for wrapping persons whose clothes are alight.

Fire Blanket

Quick Reference Values

Standard Size 11.2 m x 1.8 m

Standard Size 21.8 m x 1.8 m

Minimum Mass per Unit Area (Woollen)450 g/m²

Minimum Mass per Unit Area (Glass Fibre)440 g/m²

Minimum Effective Handle Length100 mm

Container ColourFire Red (Shade No. 536 of IS 5)

Lettering ColourWhite

Practical Notes

The container should be located in a conspicuous and easily accessible position, not likely to be cut off by the fire it is intended to fight.

Ensure the blanket can be released with a single action from its container for rapid deployment.

Fire blankets are single-use items; once used to extinguish a fire, they should be disposed of and replaced.