Why do we need different types of fire extinguishers?

Why do we need different types of fire extinguishers?

There are different ‘classes’ of fire, for which each extinguisher is designed to tackle. These classes are based on which fuels a fire starts with. It’s the presence of these fuels within your business premises that will help determine which types of fire extinguisher you need and in which locations.

What are the types of fire extinguisher and their uses?

There are four classes of fire extinguishers – A, B, C and D – and each class can put out a different type of fire.

• Class A extinguishers will put out fires in ordinary combustibles such as wood and paper.
• Class B extinguishers are for use on flammable liquids like grease, gasoline and oil.

What does the ABC type of fire extinguisher stand for?

Dry Chemical Extinguishers come in a variety of types. “DC” short for “dry chem” • “ABC” indicating that they are designed to extinguish class A,B,and C fires, or • “BC” indicating that they are designed to extinguish class B and C fires. “ABC” fire extinguishers are filled with a fine yellow powder.

What type of fire extinguisher is used in the kitchen?

Class B extinguishers

Which type of fire extinguisher is most often found in kitchens?

A 10-B:C extinguisher, for example, can handle a 25-square-foot fire and is ideal for most kitchens and living areas.

What is type of fire?

Classes of fire Class A – fires involving solid materials such as wood, paper or textiles. Class B – fires involving flammable liquids such as petrol, diesel or oils. Class C – fires involving gases. Class D – fires involving metals.

What are Class C fire extinguishers used for?

A Class C fire extinguisher is used on fires that involve live electrical equipment, which require the use of electrically nonconductive extinguishing agents. (Once the electrical equipment is de-energized, extinguishers for Class A or B fires may be used.)

What do you use for a Class C fire?

The most important thing to remember is that a class C fire cannot be fought with water; you must use non-conductive substances. Carbon dioxide fire extinguishers, and those loaded with a dry chemical like PKP, are effective. Conductive substances such as water or foam can put the fire fighter at risk.

What are the different fire extinguishers?

When it comes to the types of fire extinguishers, there are five main types including wet chemical, CO2, dry powder, foam and water.