Fire Equipment Maintenance Services
Your local Warrnambool Fire Safety Systems Maintenance service
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Types of fire extinguishers
There are a number of different types of fire extinguishers available and which to choose depends on the prospective use and the possible type of fire to be contained. Speak to one of our staff members for professional advice on the type of fire extinguisher recommended for your purposes.
A:B(E) Powder
To be used for paper, wood, plastic, flammable and combustible liquids, flammable gases, combustible metals, electrical
Not for use on cooking oils and fats
B(E) Powder
To be used for oil, liquid and electrical fires
Not for use on wood, paper, plastic, combustible metals
Water
To be used for paper, wood, and rubbish fires
Not for electrical or flammable liquid fires
Foam
To be used for solid materials and liquid fires
Not for use on flammable gases, combustible materials, electrical equipment
Wet chemical
For use on wood, paper, plastic, cooking oils and fats
Not for use on flammable and combustible liquids, flammable gases, combustible metals, electrical equipment
CO2
To be used for electrical equipment, limited use on wood, paper plastic, flammable and combustible liquids
Not for use on flammable gases, combustible metals, cooking oils and fats
Know how to use your fire extinguisher
Be sure to instruct your family, safety officers and other staff members on the proper use of your fire extinguishers. Ensure their location and signage is highly visible, unobscured, and easily accessible. Keep your extinguishers functional and ensure they are included in a regular maintenance schedule.