FIRE EXTINGUISHERS
5 Star Extinguisher Services supplies a wide variety of fire extinguishers. These include:
| DRY POWDER | Red with white band | ||
| WATER | Red | ||
| FOAM | Red with blue band | ||
| CARBON DIOXIDE | Red with black band | ||
| WET CHEMICAL | Red with oatmeal band |
The correct type of extinguisher must be used on each class of fire. If the wrong extinguisher is used, it could be not only ineffective, but it could be exceptionally dangerous if used in those circumstances.
| CLASS | TYPE OF FIRE | SUITABLE EXTINGUISHER |
| Class A | Ordinary Combustibles | Water |
| Class B | Flammable and combustible liquids | Foam |
| Class C | Flammable gases | Powder |
| Class D | Combustible metals | Special purpose extinguisher |
| Class E | Electrically energised equipment | Carbon dioxide |
| Class F | Cooking oils and fats | Wet Chemical |
For more information, please visit the Fire Protection Association Australia's website at www.fpaa.com.au.
For more information, or to request a quote, don't hesitate to contact our friendly team.