What should be done each month to prevent fire extinguisher from clumping?
Turn your fire extinguisher upside down and shake it at least once a month to prevent the fire fighting agent from clumping.
How do you ensure that the fire extinguisher is properly maintained?
1. Monthly/quarterly inspection of the fire extinguishers. Once a month, you should inspect your fire extinguishers for any signs of trouble. The fire extinguishers should be in good condition and are not damaged in any way and make sure the safety seals on the fire extinguishers are not broken.
How does fire extinguisher prevent the spreading of fire?
Carbon dioxide is released from CO2 extinguishers to smother the fire and prevent the fire from getting oxygen, which will suppress the fire.
What are the four golden rules of using fire extinguishers?
PASS Stands for: Pull the pin. Aim low at the base of the fire, pointing the hose, nozzle or horn….In the event of a fire:
- Sound the alarm and call the fire brigade.
- Identify a safe evacuation route before tackling the fire.
- Keep checking to make sure the fire nor smoke comes between you and your evacuation path.
What is the golden rule in fire?
When considering whether to tackle a small fire yourself if you discover one, always bear in mind the golden rule of fire safety; If in doubt, get out, stay out and call the Fire Brigade immediately.
What are the six main types of fire extinguishers?
The eight different types of fire extinguishers include specialist dry powder, standard dry powder, foam, water spray, water mist, water spray, wet chemical and carbon dioxide. There is no single fire extinguisher that can be used on all classes of fire.
Which fire extinguisher is used on materials?
Use: Water fire extinguishers are best for combatting Class A fires, for example fires involving organic solid materials, such as wood, cloth, fabric, paper and plastics.
What are the different Colours of fire extinguishers?
What are the fire extinguisher colours?
- Red – Water (both spray and mist)
- Blue – Dry powder.
- Cream – Foam.
- Black – Carbon dioxide (CO2)
- Yellow – Wet chemical.
What is the color code for fire extinguisher lines?
Brown
How do you identify different types of fire extinguishers?
Identifying fire extinguishers by colour
- Foam extinguishers display a cream label. They’re most commonly used on Class B fires (started by flammable liquids).
- Dry powder extinguishers display a blue label.
- CO2 extinguishers feature a black label.
- Wet chemical extinguishers feature a bright yellow label.
Who is responsible for using a fire extinguisher?
A ‘responsible person’ such as an owner or landlord are expected to carry out the visual inspections of fire extinguishers to comply with legislation. This person is someone who is qualified by training and experience to conduct service and maintenance of fire extinguishing equipment.
Which two fire extinguisher should not be used in confined spaces?
CO2 fire extinguisher
Which type of fire extinguisher has a blanketing effect?
Foam Extinguishers