There are a few simple reasons: it is possible for the person that it is used to suffocate, and it is also possible that the person will suffer frostbite on top of burn (causing greater skin damage) due to the expansion of the gas.
There are several types of fire extinguishers that one should purchase that rely on their compact form and low weight such as Alert 5 Rechargeable fire extinguishers, and Tundra Tundra extinguishers.
Fire extinguishers should be stored and mounted where they are readily accessible on a boat, where they will not be damaged and where they can be inspected regularly.
Fire extinguishers should be inspected annually - by a suitably qualified person.
Where they are readily available
No, the chemicals inside fire extinguishers are not food grade. If you need to put out a fire and spray food, you should throw the food away.
You periodically check a fire extinguisher to ensure it will be ready and functional if you need it.
fixed assets
Nitrogen can be used in fire extinguishers as gas propellant.
tell me what kind of fire extingting ushers should not be used on ???
FIRE extinguishers are used to put out fire.
No, there are boats that do not need any fire extinguishers.
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