To look at, at a glance, you would probably assume that all fire extinguishers are the same. But there are actually many different types of Fire Extinguishers; each one suitable for different types of burning media.

ABC POWDER extinguishers are ideal for use in mixed risk environments and offer all round fire protection. They are the ONLY effective solution for fires involving flammable gases.

AFF FOAM extinguishers are ideal for use on fires involving solid combustible materials. They are highly effective on flammable liquid fires. The layer of foam they apply helps to prevent re-ignition.

CARBON DIOXIDE extinguishers are also suitable for use on flammable liquid fires and extinguishing fires involving electrical equipment. CO2 is one of the cleanest extinguisher agents.

WATER extinguishers are suitable for use in environments containing solid combustible materials such as wood, paper and textiles. They should never be used around electrical equipment.

WET CHEMICAL extinguishers are the perfect solution for tackling large burning oil fires so are suitable for use in the kitchen environment.

WATER MIST extinguishers work based on cooling fire, suffocating it and then cooling the burning media to prevent re-ignition using microscopic particles of water. They are ideal for covering areas of a building when multiple fire risk can be found.

If you have any further questions on fire extinguishers, be it a general question or query about your own extinguishers, at home or on your business’s premises, then give us a call and we will be happy to answer them for you.

Ensuring your extinguishers are always in perfect working order is an employers responsibility and Total Safe can help to make sure this procedure is simple, inexpensive and carried out with the highest level of care. 

For more information on the different types of Fire Extinguishers please get in touch.