Maintaining your fire equipment is crucial. It’s not only a compliance requirement, but a safety imperative to keep your people and equipment safe. After all, fire extinguisher maintenance could mean the difference between a manageable fire, or an out-of-control blaze that reeks harm and havoc. What fire equipment maintenance you’ll require depends on a range [...]
If you want your fire extinguishers to keep people and property safe, it’s essential that you operate them in the most effective way possible. Choosing the right extinguishers, using them correctly and maintaining them throughout their lifespan is critical to the safety and effectiveness of your equipment. Here are 4 tips we’ve put together to [...]
There are dozens of fire extinguishers available on the market, in a range of different colours, classifications and sizes. Having such a variety of options at your disposal is good: it means there is likely to be a product that perfectly matches your needs. However, this variety also makes it daunting to decide which is [...]
Did you know that with the correct signs, charts and symbols, it is easy to identify and ensure you use the right fire extinguisher. Each fire extinguisher in Australia has different signage so it is important to ensure the correct signs are used. Fire Extinguisher Signs Fire extinguisher signs are [...]
Fire extinguishers can be a vital tool in the unfortunate event of a fire. Not only can they save a business or home but can also save lives and minimise the chance of risk to those involved. Different fire extinguishers are more effective with different fire classes, some may even cause more harm if [...]
In any business or dwelling, the risk of fire is present, consequently it is important to know that not all fires are the same. The 6 classes of fire in Australia are… Class A – Ordinary combustibles Class B – Flammable liquids Class C – Flammable gases Class D – Combustible metals Class E [...]
Over the years foam fire extinguishers have evolved into a more efficient type of fire extinguisher. The original foam extinguisher was once filled with a thick and smelly substance based on animal protein, these days a more advanced solution of aqueous film foaming foam (AFFF) is used. You will find all the information you [...]
Water fire extinguishers are one of the most common fire extinguishers on the market for commercial and domestic use. They are recommended for use on class A fires. Contrary to what many people believe, water fire extinguishers cannot be used for many different types of fires. In fact, it can often make matters worse. [...]
Wet Chemical fire extinguishers contain a liquid extinguishing agent which is used to smother fires ignited from cooking oils and fats. Knowing how and when to use your fire extinguisher is essential to ensuring safety in your office/household. Wet Chemical Fire Extinguisher – What Colour Band? Wet chemical fire extinguishers come [...]
Which Fire Extinguisher Should I Use to Put Out an Electrical Fire? Surprisingly, baking soda can put out a small, contained fire. However, it would require a lot of baking soda and your fire may not be contained... Instead, be prepared with a Class E CO2 fire extinguisher. This will successfully put out an [...]
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