As a fire safety expert with years of experience in dealing with various types of fires, I can tell you that using salt to put out a grease fire is not recommended. Here's why:


1. Salt is not effective: Salt does not have the capacity to lower the temperature of the oil below its ignition point, which is necessary to extinguish a grease fire.


2. Risk of spreading the fire: If you throw salt into a grease fire, it can cause the fire to splatter and spread, potentially making the situation worse.


3. Inefficient method: Even if salt could lower the temperature of the oil, it would require an enormous amount to have any effect, making it an inefficient method of extinguishing a grease fire.


4. Safety hazard: The splattering of hot oil can cause severe burns and injuries, posing a significant safety risk.

Instead, here are the steps you should take to safely put out a grease fire:

- Turn off the heat source if it's safe to do so.
- Cover the pan with a metal lid or a larger pan to smother the fire.
- Do not use water, as it can cause the fire to spread rapidly.
- Keep a fire extinguisher nearby in case the fire does not go out with the lid.

Remember, safety is paramount when dealing with fires. Always take the necessary precautions and follow the appropriate steps to extinguish a fire safely.

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If you have a Class B dry chemical fire extinguisher, you can use it as well. You can also put out a grease fire with baking soda or salt. Keep in mind that it takes a lot, so it only works for small fires. But make sure you don't grab anything else by mistake��baking powder and flour will both make the fire even worse.read more >>