Fire Extinguisher

Class D fire extinguishers are commonly found in a chemical laboratory. They are for fires that involve combustible metals, such as magnesium, titanium, potassium and sodium. These are designed for class D fires only.

Class C fires involve electrical equipment, such as appliances, wiring, circuit breakers and outlets. Never use water to extinguish class C fires - the risk of electrical shock is far too great! . The C classification means the extinguishing agent is non-conductive.

Class B fires involve flammable or combustible liquids such as gasoline, kerosene, grease and oil. The .

Class A extinguishers are for ordinary combustible materials such as paper, wood, cardboard, and most plastics.

Thefire extinguishers are avilable in diffrent types depending on the types of fire . The types of fire are explained below

Fire Extinguisher is a mechanical which puts off the fire. Fire Extinguisher contais water and compressed air. Modern Fire Extinguisher contain an inner cartridge filled with carbon dioxide, which is the chemical that creates the pressure over Nitrogen. Once the Fire Extinguisher lever is pushed a the carbon dioxide will push the Nitrogen and project it through the hose. The pressure will permit the user to point the fire from a safe distance, permitting him to maneuver and control the fire.