In the drill for an EFB fire, what should be done after discharging Halon?

Discharging Halon is an essential step in managing an EFB (Electronic Flight Bag) fire, as Halon is used to suppress flames and prevent the fire from spreading. After discharging Halon, it is crucial to assess the effectiveness of the extinguishing agent. This means checking whether the fire is fully extinguished or if it has reignited, which is why repeating the discharge as necessary is appropriate.

In such situations, maintaining control over the environment and ensuring that the fire is adequately suppressed is paramount. It’s important to remember that fires might not be completely extinguished with a single application, especially in an electronic device scenario, where batteries or other components can reignite. Therefore, being ready to apply Halon again reinforces the safety protocol.

Monitoring passengers, evacuating the aircraft, or contacting ground control may also be part of broader emergency procedures, but those actions would typically occur after ensuring the fire is under control. Hence, the focus immediately after discharging Halon should be on the firefighting efforts.