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Plain water can effectively be used on Class A fires, which involve ordinary combustibles such as wood, paper, and cloth. It can also be utilized on some Class B fires, specifically those involving flammable liquids, if the fire is small and manageable. However, water should never be used on Class C fires (electrical) or Class K fires (cooking oils and fats), as it can exacerbate the situation or pose safety risks. Always assess the fire type before applying water.
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What types of liquid in sprinkler?
The most common types of liquid used in sprinklers are water and foam. Water is the primary liquid used for fire suppression, while foam is often used for flammable liquid fires and in locations where water may cause damage. Additionally, some sprinkler systems may use other liquids such as dry chemicals for specific fire hazards.
Can water help fire stay lit?
no, fire does not work well with water and the water can only be used to exstinguish the fire.
What is the Chemical element found in sea water and used as a fire retardant?
The chemical element found in sea water and used as a fire retardant is bromine. It is extracted from seawater and is widely used in fire retardant materials due to its ability to inhibit the spread of flames.
How can alcohol dissolved in water separate?
In an alcoholic-water solution there will be an alchoholic smell compared to the smell of just plain water. In an alcoholic-water solution there will be an alchoholic smell compared to the smell of just plain water.
What is sky juice?
When I was growing up in England my family frequently used the term 'Sky Juice' to refer to plain water as in "What would you like to drink?" "Oh, just sky juice for me, thanks." Strange how this term does not seem to appear in the dictionaries.
5 types of torture used when a person who was accused of being a witch was arrested during the 1600s?
fire water stoning
What types of liquid in sprinkler?
The most common types of liquid used in sprinklers are water and foam. Water is the primary liquid used for fire suppression, while foam is often used for flammable liquid fires and in locations where water may cause damage. Additionally, some sprinkler systems may use other liquids such as dry chemicals for specific fire hazards.
What are the types of wood conversion?
* through and through * quarter sawn * through and through * quarter sawn
In the 1800s what were windmills used for on the plain?
pull water from the earth
Is plain water good for liquid batteries?
no only distilled water should be used.
Other equipment used for putting out fire?
In addition to traditional fire extinguishers, other equipment used for extinguishing fires includes fire hoses, which deliver water or fire retardants, and fire blankets, which can smother small fires. Fire trucks are equipped with pumps and large water tanks for combating larger blazes. Additionally, specialized tools like axes and shovels are used for creating fire breaks and controlling the spread of fire. Lastly, portable fire pumps and foam systems are employed for specific types of fires, such as those involving flammable liquids.
What are fire extinguishers be used for?
FIRE extinguishers are used to put out fire.
What are the types of masks used in theatre?
the fire cracker mask
What are the all types of screwdriver?
THERE ARE MANY TYPE OF SCREWDRIVER BUT MAINLY 2 TYPES ARE USED 1;STAR 2;PLAIN dj adnan
What gas is insise a fire extinguisher?
Many different types of fire extinguishers exist and many different gases are used. A water extinguisher may contain pressurized air. Other types use carbon dioxide or compressed nitrogen. There are also halogenated extinguishers containing proprietary mixtures of fire-suppression gases.
Can water help fire stay lit?
no, fire does not work well with water and the water can only be used to exstinguish the fire.
How would you know how to use a fire extinguisher and what types of fire it may be used?
Read the label on the extinguisher.
