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What Safety measures are taken to extinguish different types of fires?
For a grease fire, use a fire extinguisher specifically labeled for grease fires or smother the fire by placing a metal lid over the pan. For an electrical fire, turn off the power source if safe to do so and use a Class C fire extinguisher. For a wood or paper fire, use a Class A fire extinguisher or water to extinguish the flames.
What can be used to extinguish a fire at a gas station?
The best tool to extinguish a small gasoline or diesel fire is a portable fire extinguisher.If the fire is small and you have a portable extinguisher, you should attempt to extinguish the fire.If you cannot extinguish the fire and it continues to get larger, get away from the vehicle. There may be toxic fumes and the possibility of an explosion.Never apply water to a gasoline or diesel fire.
How does a carbon dioxide extingusher put out a eletrical fire?
A carbon dioxide extinguisher puts out an electrical fire by displacing oxygen around the fire and cooling the surrounding area. CO2 is a non-conductive gas, making it safe for use on electrical fires, as it won't conduct electricity and can effectively suffocate the flames. By reducing the oxygen concentration, the extinguisher helps to extinguish the fire without causing damage to electrical equipment.
How much water is needed to extinguish a fire?
The amount of water needed to extinguish a fire depends on the size and type of fire. Generally, a good rule of thumb is to use at least 1 gallon of water per square foot of fire. However, for larger fires or fires involving chemicals, more water may be required. It is always best to use caution and consult with local fire authorities when dealing with a fire.
Somehow acetone was spilled on your lab manual and a fire starts. What should you do?
Immediately alert everyone in the vicinity about the fire and activate the fire alarm if it hasn't already been triggered. Use a fire extinguisher suitable for flammable liquids (Class B) to attempt to extinguish the fire, if safe to do so. If the fire is uncontrollable or spreading rapidly, evacuate the area and call emergency services. Always prioritize your safety and the safety of others over attempting to extinguish the fire.
What gas do firefighter use?
The extinguish certain types of fire they would use carbon dioxide (CO2)
Water will not extinguish most flammable liquid fires?
That's correct. Water can react with flammable liquids, spreading the fire instead of extinguishing it. It is best to use a fire extinguisher specifically designed for flammable liquid fires, such as a foam or CO2 extinguisher, to put out these fires effectively.
Why use CO2 to put out fires?
Fire needs oxygen (O2), and when you pour CO2 on the flame, it replaces the oxygen, and the combustion in the flame can no longer happen. Kind of the same principle of why you can't breath underwater. You nor a flame can breath CO2 or water.
The best tool to extinguish a small gasoline or diesel fire?
A nice working fire extinguisher. Ussually they are red and hanging some where in the house. The ABC rated or the CO2 fire extinguisher works. DO NOT USE WATER!!
Is there Any commercial use for liquid CO2?
Yes, hand held Fire Extinguishers for one.
Can you safely use flour to extinguish a grease fire?
No, using flour to extinguish a grease fire is not safe as it can cause the fire to spread. It is recommended to use a fire extinguisher or baking soda to put out a grease fire.
Can you use flour to effectively extinguish a grease fire?
No, using flour to extinguish a grease fire is not recommended as it can cause the fire to spread. It is safer to use a fire extinguisher or baking soda to put out a grease fire.
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.
Can flour be used to extinguish a fire?
No, flour should not be used to extinguish a fire as it can actually make the fire worse by creating a dust explosion. It is safer to use a fire extinguisher or water to put out a fire.
Can flour effectively extinguish a grease fire?
No, flour should not be used to extinguish a grease fire as it can cause the fire to spread. It is recommended to use a fire extinguisher or baking soda to put out a grease fire.
Can flour effectively extinguish a fire?
No, flour is not an effective method to extinguish a fire. In fact, throwing flour on a fire can make it worse by causing an explosion. It is best to use a fire extinguisher or water to put out a fire.
Can you safely throw flour on a fire to extinguish it?
No, throwing flour on a fire is not a safe way to extinguish it. Flour is flammable and can actually make the fire worse. It is recommended to use a fire extinguisher or water to put out a fire.
