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Choosing A Fire Extinguisher
When seconds count, you'd better have a
In selecting a Fire Extinguisher, the most common and popular type is the 5lb ABC. Its multi-purpose use is usually the required extinguisher for local fire authorities for the required 3000 square feet protection. Click Here for information on the 5lb ABC Fire Extinguisher.
For Questions & hands-on training, click www.FireExtinguisher.com for an excellent reality tour on Fire Extinguisher questions and answers.
Effective Fire Safety depends on having the appropriate Fire Extinguisher for the type of fire, knowing where to place it and how to use it. FireExtinguisher.com shows you just that.
For fire fighting purposes we have broken fires down into five classifications. These are listed below and range from freely burning materials like paper and wood to volatile liquids and gases.
Once you
have identified the type of hazard, click on the extinguisher
on the right for more details.
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Standard for
the Protection of Electronic Computer/Data Processing Equipment
NOTE: Although ABC and BC Dry Chemical extinguishers can control
a fire involving electronic equipment, the National Fire Code (NFPA
75-1999 edition), Section 6-3-2, specifically advises against dry-chemical
extinguishers for fires involving computers or other delicate electronic
equipment due to the potential damage from residues.
Halotron Extinguishers are excellent for computer
and sensitive electronic equipment.
Click Here for specifications.
How to Use an Extinguisher
Pull the Pin at the top of the extinguisher. The pin releases a locking mechanism and will allow you to discharge the extinguisher. Aim at the base of the fire, not the flames. This is important - in order to put out the fire, you must extinguish the fuel. Squeeze the lever slowly. This will release the extinguishing agent in the extinguisher. If the handle is released, the discharge will stop. Sweep from side to side. Using a sweeping motion, move the fire extinguisher back and forth until the fire is completely out. Operate the extinguisher from a safe distance, several feet away, and then move towards the fire once it starts to diminish. Be sure to read the instructions on your fire extinguisher - different fire extinguishers recommend operating them from different distances. Remember: Aim at the base of the fire, not at the flames!!!!
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We have a wide selection of portable and wheeled dry chemical Fire Extinguishers. After selecting an Extinguisher, please email, fax, or call us for further information regarding pricing and ordering.
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