5 types of fire extinguishers: A guide to using the right class
WEBAug 26, 2023 · Five main types of fire extinguishers. There are five different fire extinguishers, which are: Water, water mist or water spray fire extinguishers; Foam fire extinguishers; Dry Powder – standard or specialist fire extinguishers; Carbon Dioxide (‘CO2’) fire extinguishers; Wet Chemical fire extinguishers; Fire extinguisher types chart
Types of fire extinguisher guide - Surrey Fire & Safety
WEBThe 8 types of fire extinguisher are: – Water – Water Mist – Water Spray – Foam – Dry Powder – Standard – Dry Powder – Specialist – Carbon Dioxide (‘CO2’) – Wet Chemical. There is no one extinguisher type which works on all classes of fire.
What fire extinguisher to use? | Fire Protection Association
WEBJul 12, 2023 · There are six different classes (or types) of fire. There are: Class A – combustible materials caused by flammable solids such as wood, paper, and fabric. Class B – flammable liquids such as petrol, turpentine or paint. Class C - flammable gases: like hydrogen, butane or methane.
Fire Extinguisher Types - CPD Online College
WEBAug 10, 2021 · Extinguishers that can be used: Water, Foam, ABC Dry powder, Wet chemical. Class B fires are burning flammable liquids. Examples include petrol and paint. Extinguishers that can be used: Foam, CO2 Gas, ABC Dry powder. Class C fires burn flammable gases. A couple of examples are propane and butane. Extinguishers that can …
Fire Extinguisher Types & Classes of Fire | St John Ambulance
WEBFires are classed according to the material that is burning. The extinguisher used must be appropriate for the class of fire. Class A: Fires involving freely burning materials. For example, wood, paper, textiles and other carbon-based materials. Appropriate fire extinguishers: Water; Foam; Dry powder; Wet chemical; Class B: Fires involving ...
Fire Extinguisher Colours - explained in a simple guide
WEBMay 6, 2024 · There are 5 fire extinguisher colours: Red, Cream, Blue, Black, and Yellow.
Fire Extinguisher Guide | Types, Usage, Fire Classes | IPSFS
WEBOur helpful guide provides a comprehensive overview of the five fire extinguisher colours: Red, Cream, Blue, Black, and Yellow, and the classes of fires they’re used for, and their specific applications. A breakdown of the different types of fire extinguisher.
Types of fire extinguisher & their uses - Blackwood Fire
WEBType of fire extinguisher - Foam, Dry Powder, Carbon Dioxide (CO2) Class C - Suitable for flammable gasses. Type of fire extinguisher - Dry Powder. Class F - Suitable for cooking oil and fat. Type of fire extinguisher - Wet Chemical. Electrical Risk - Suitable for electrical equipment. Type of fire extinguisher - Dry Powder, Carbon Dioxide (CO2)
Types of Fire Extinguishers - Colours, Signage & Fire Classes
WEBSep 22, 2020 · There are five main types of fire extinguishers: Water. Powder. Foam. Carbon Dioxide (CO 2 ). Wet chemical. Each type is easily identifiable by their names, colours, and sometimes their hoses. Depending on their size, some may not come with a flexible hose, such as smaller foam or aqua water spray extinguishers.
Guidance in the Selection of Fire Extinguishers - The UK Fire …
WEBThese are the most common types of extinguishers used in the UK: Water & Water With Additive Extinguishers. Typically 13A or 21A rated Suitable only for Class A materials. Not appropriate for use on live electrical equipment. Foam Extinguishers. Typically 8A, 13A or 21A rated Suitable only for Class A and B materials.
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