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.
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.
Fire extinguishers should be recharged annually to ensure they are ready for use in case of an emergency.
Many people use portable fire extinguishers as "door stops" on fire doors.This practice is unwise, unsafe and almost certainly a code violation.For example, NFPA 1 requires all usable fire extinguishers to be mounted with the bottom no less than 4 inches from the floor, if it is not on wheels.
You periodically check a fire extinguisher to ensure it will be ready and functional if you need it.
fixed assets
tell me what kind of fire extingting ushers should not be used on ???
Nitrogen can be used in fire extinguishers as gas propellant.
FIRE extinguishers are used to put out fire.
It is very important to know the proper way to use a fire extinguisher. If you would like to learn the ABC's of fire extinguishers, you should go here: http://www.fireextinguisher.com/ This interactive and thorough website will teach you all about fire extinguishers and what types of extinguishers you should use on certain types of fires. The site is very in depth.
they should be posted in every exit and in the tack room