When to use a F Class Fire Extinguisher
F class fire extinguishers are specifically designed to put out fires that involve combustible metals, such as magnesium, titanium, and potassium. These types of fires can be particularly dangerous an ...
Requirements for the Supply and Maintenance of Portable Fire Extinguishers and Hose Reels
The South African National Standard for the Application of the National Building Regulations Part T states clearly that portable fire extinguishers installed in a building shall comply with the requir ...
When to use a Carbon Dioxide (CO2) Fire Extinguisher
A Carbon Dioxide (CO2) Fire Extinguisher is typically used for Class B (flammable liquids and gases) and Class C (energised electrical) fires. Carbon dioxide extinguishers are filled with non-flammab ...
What is a Class A Fire – the best suited Fire Extinguisher?
Not enough people know that fire extinguishers come in different types but that they also are given a specific class which indicates the type of fires for which they are effective. Since life and prop ...
What is a Class B Fire – the best suited Fire Extinguisher?
Life and property can depend on the use of the correct fire extinguisher on a fire. This is especially true when fires include flammable liquids. These are called Class B fires. In this blog you will ...
What is a Class C Fire – the best suited Fire Extinguisher?
A class C fire is one caused by an electrical element meaning the electrical component (whether electrical appliance, wiring, device, etc.) is connected to a power source. Class C fires can be starte ...
The Benefits of a Commercial Fire Alarm and Detection System
A smoke detection unit is one of the best fire protection/prevention equipment one can have. The equipment works as an alarm system that sounds when smoke is detected. Irrespective of how big or small ...
What is a Class D Fire – the best suited Fire Extinguisher?
Class D fires occur from combustible metals, such as aluminium, titanium, magnesium, lithium, zirconium, sodium, and potassium. These types of fires usually occur in industrial, manufacturing, or la ...
What is a Class F Fire – the best suited Fire Extinguisher?
What Types of Extinguishers are Rated as Class F Fire Extinguishers? While Class F fires do involve flammable liquids, Class B fire extinguishers are not sufficient to handle the high-temperature coo ...