Extinguisher Help and Advice

Extinguishers are an integral part of the fire safety provisions for any building and it is important to ensure that the correct type of fire extinguisher is installed, used and maintained.

Fire extinguisher class icons

There are different fire classes, each one relating to the type of combustible materials that are involved in the fire.

This overview provides a brief description of each class of fire and gives examples of the materials likely to be involved.

Types of fire extinguisher

Each type of extinguisher is colour coded according to the type of extinguishing media it contains.

This allows users to easily identify the type of extinguisher they are approaching and help them decide if it will be suitable.

3 fire extinguishers in a modern kitchen environment

Modern buildings contain various fire risks and it is important to make sure that all the potential fire risks have been covered.

This helpful guide provides information on on extinguisher placement within a building.

a fire extinguisher pin being removed ready deployment

Depending on what type of fire extinguisher is a fire should be approached and tackled differently.

This helpful guide provides step by step instructions on how to use each type of extinguisher.

a 9kg powder and 2kg CO2 fire extinguisher

Installing extinguishers correctly is essential and differs according to what type of extinguisher is being installed.

This helpful guide provides information on extinguisher installation including location and hanging height.

a finger pointing at a fire extinguisher pressure gauge

Extinguisher maintenance is essential to ensure that they are ready for use in an emergency situation.

This helpful guide provides information on maintenance and servicing in accordance with British standards.

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