Fire Extinguishers
A Fire Extinguisher is an active fire protection device used to extinguish or control small fires, often in emergency situations.
Portable Fire Extinguishers can save lives and property by putting out or containing fires within the capability of the extinguisher. However, theymust be of the correct type for the particular fire, and they must be used correctly.
There are a number of types of portable fire extinguishers available in Australia. Each type of extinguisher may be rated for one or more classes of fire. In some cases, particular extinguishers are not only considered ineffective against certain classes of fire, they can be dangerous if used in those circumstances. The classes of fire are:
Class A Ordinary Combustibles
Class B Flammable and combustible liquids
Class C Flammable gases
Class D Combustible metals
Class E Electrically energised equipment
Class F Cooking oils and fats
Portable Fire Extinguishers can save lives and property by putting out or containing fires within the capability of the extinguisher. However, theymust be of the correct type for the particular fire, and they must be used correctly.
There are a number of types of portable fire extinguishers available in Australia. Each type of extinguisher may be rated for one or more classes of fire. In some cases, particular extinguishers are not only considered ineffective against certain classes of fire, they can be dangerous if used in those circumstances. The classes of fire are:
Class A Ordinary Combustibles
Class B Flammable and combustible liquids
Class C Flammable gases
Class D Combustible metals
Class E Electrically energised equipment
Class F Cooking oils and fats
