Powder fire extinguishers are suitable for fires involving organic solids, liquids such as grease, fats, oil, paint, petrol, etc. but not on chip or fat pan fires. Powder extinguishers also identified as ABC and Dry Powder fire extinguishers can be used on Class A, B and C fires, learn more about your fire classes here.
There are 5 main fire extinguisher types – Water, Foam, Dry Powder, CO2 and Wet Chemical. It is important to be aware of fire classes to ensure you provide access to relevant extinguishers based on your working environment.
A fire risk assessment can assist you with identifying the correct extinguishers for the class of fire that your premises are at risk of.
Learn more about fire risk assessments undertaken by The One Stop Shop here.
You should have the right types of fire extinguisher for your premises, meeting the standards of current regulations is vital for your business employee and public safety. There are various types of fire extinguisher all aimed at putting out fires that are started with different types of fuel – these are called fire 'classes'. Learn more about fire classes here . . .
