Fire Equipment Maintenance Services

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.

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