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Electrical fires - electrical equipment: once the electrical item is removed, the fire changes class Where this is impractical extinguishers should be located on suitable floor stands. In schools and similar locations, it is preferable to use recessed housing, suitable cabinets or extinguisher covers.

Fires involving combustible metals such as, lithium, magnesium, aluminium, sodium, potassium, and their various alloys, class ‘D’ fire extinguishers are used. Both the Home Office and the Fire & Rescue Services recommend extinguishers approved to the European Standard BS EN3 and compliant with BS 5306-10 (formerly BS 7863) colour coding code of practice. Fires have different classifications as different extinguishing medium (water, carbon dioxide etc) react differently to types of fire and only the appropriate extinguisher should be used to attempt to extinguish a fire. Extinguishers should be fixed at an elevated height, so that the carrying handle is 1m from the floor for heavier units (heavier than 4kg) and 1.5m for smaller units.Again, this will again depend on the type o business you’re in, and the specific risks associated with your premises. But here are the four main types: Looking for fire extinguisher training? The FPA offer comprehensive fire warden training where you can gain hands on experience of using a fire extinguisher. Wet chemical fire extinguishers contain an odourless, clear fluid and are marked by a yellow label. They have their own classification called an F rating. These extinguishers are most suitable for use on deep fat fryers, and produce a light foam that rests on the hot surface and spreads itself over it until the entire surface is covered by foam, cutting off the oxygen supply. even indoors, as soon as the CO 2 dissipates any remaining embers can start reignition of the fire.

If you cannot put out the fire or if the extinguisher becomes empty, get out and get everyone else out of the building immediately, closing all doors behind you as you go. Then ensure the fire brigade has been called This type of extinguisher is most suitable for class B and electrical fires. They contain pure, compressed CO 2 (carbon dioxide) gas which is discharged through a horn as a strong jet of gas. These are often the most popular choice of fire extinguisher, and work by starving the fire of oxygen and therefore putting it out. The number of fire extinguishers you will need depends on the size of your premises and whether you operate in a low or high risk business. A risk assessment should be carried out to determine the exact number you should install. does not create a mess or long term damage after the fire has been extinguished, and allows for a shorter business contingency plan. Fire extinguishers should be pressure tested periodically to ensure that the cylinder is safe to use.The first step when fighting a fire caused by electricity is to switch the equipment off. In addition, any water based extinguishers used on electrical equipment should be dielectrically tested and certified to ensure that you can extinguish the fire safely, even if the power supply is left on. It must be remembered that certain electrical apparatus maintain a lethal charge for some time after they have been switched off. Colour coding of Extinguishers They should be fixed where they can be easily seen. Fixing them inside cupboards or behind doors will waste valuable time if a fire breaks out.