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What kind of fire extinguisher should be used for electrical fires"?
A Class C fire extinguisher should be used for electrical fires.
How do you extinguisher gasoline fires?
Never ever use water on a gasoline fire or the fire will just spread. Smother it with sand, dirt, or a fire extinguisher specifically made for a gasoline fire.
Where should you position the extinguisher bottle when fighting fires with the 150 pound halon 1211 fire extinguisher?
Downwind from the fire.
What type of fire extinguisher is recommended for wood fires?
A Class A fire extinguisher is recommended for wood fires.
What type of fires is a BC fire extinguisher not good for?
A BC fire extinguisher is not suitable for fires involving ordinary combustibles such as wood, paper, or fabric (Class A fires) and fires involving flammable metals (Class D fires). It is specifically designed for flammable liquids (Class B) and electrical fires (Class C). Using a BC extinguisher on Class A or D fires can be ineffective and potentially dangerous. Always use the appropriate extinguisher type for the specific fire class.
Which type of fire extinguisher is recommended for extinguishing wood fires?
A Class A fire extinguisher is recommended for extinguishing wood fires.
How to stop FIRES?
fire extinguisher
What is hydrocarbon fire extinguisher?
A hydrocarbon fire extinguisher is a type of fire extinguisher specifically designed to combat fires fueled by flammable liquids such as gasoline, oils, and grease. These extinguishers contain agents like dry powder or foam that work by smothering the fire and cutting off the oxygen supply to extinguish the flames.
What do you put on a grease fire to extinguish it?
To extinguish a grease fire, you should put a lid on the pan or use a fire extinguisher specifically designed for grease fires. Never use water on a grease fire as it can cause the fire to spread.
What is the classification of a metal fire extinguisher and how does it differ from other types of fire extinguishers?
A metal fire extinguisher is classified as a Class D extinguisher, specifically designed to put out fires involving combustible metals like magnesium, titanium, and sodium. Unlike other types of fire extinguishers that are effective on different types of fires (such as Class A, B, or C), Class D extinguishers are specifically designed for metal fires and use a dry powder agent to smother the fire and prevent it from reigniting.
How should a fire extinguisher be used to safely extinguish a metal fire?
To safely extinguish a metal fire using a fire extinguisher, follow these steps: Use a Class D fire extinguisher specifically designed for metal fires. Stand at a safe distance from the fire and aim the extinguisher nozzle at the base of the flames. Sweep the extinguishing agent back and forth across the fire until it is completely out. Do not use water or a regular fire extinguisher on a metal fire, as it can make the fire worse.
What is job of a fire extinguisher?
to extinguish fires
