Fire Extinguishers
Fire extinguishers are used to extinguish fire from everywhere they are used. Fire extinguishers are essential safety devices designed to put out or control small fires in home, offices, industries, warehouses, kitchen, hotels and everywhere fire can harm you. Fire extinguishers are of different types and in different size. They come in various types, each suited for different classes of fires:
Class A: For ordinary combustibles like wood, paper, and cloth. Usually water-based or foam extinguishers are used to extinguish the fire.
Class B: For flammable liquids such as gasoline, oil, and grease. These often use dry chemical agents or foam.
Class C: For electrical fires. Non-conductive agents like CO2 or dry chemicals are typically used to extinguish the fire.
Class D: For combustible metals, such as magnesium or sodium. These require specialized dry powder agents to extinguish the fire.
Class K: For cooking oils and fats, often used in commercial kitchens. These extinguishers use wet chemical agents to extinguish the fire.
Key Points to Remember:
- Maintenance: Regular inspections and maintenance are crucial to ensure functionality.
- Location: Place extinguishers in easily accessible locations, especially near potential fire hazards.
- Usage: Remember the PASS technique: Pull the pin, Aim at the base of the fire, Squeeze the handle, and Sweep side to side.
- Having the right type and knowing how to use a fire extinguisher can be vital in an emergency!
