ABE fire extinguishers are a common choice for boat owners looking to protect themselves and their property – here’s why. People sometimes think boats must somehow be protected against fires because they reside on the water. This is certainly not the case – in fact, the truth is quite the opposite. Fires on boats are a [...]
Size is a necessary consideration when you’re shopping around for a fire extinguisher.  Choosing the right size of extinguisher is a very important safety concern that is often overlooked by businesses. In many cases people assume that bigger is better when it comes to extinguishers because larger equipment is more powerful and has more [...]
There are dozens of different types of fire safety products, and each of these have a very different purpose. Fire safety equipment can come in multiple different kinds, classifications, styles and colours. Having so many different options means you’ll be very likely to find the perfect match for your needs, but it also makes it [...]
Is it safe to purchase a fire extinguisher from Kmart or my local department store? We commonly get asked whether it’s safe to buy a fire extinguisher from Kmart. The answer is yes – probably – Australia and New Zealand have a number of Standards, such as AS/NZ1841.5, in place to ensure fire equipment sold [...]
Should I purchase a fire extinguisher from my local hardware shop? Many people have asked us whether or not the fire extinguishers sold at Bunnings and other hardware shops are safe to buy. The answer is that they probably are – most commercially available fire extinguishers which are compliant with Australian and New Zealand standard [...]
Fire hose reels are an easy-to-use form of fire equipment which can help you to respond faster to a fire emergency.  When can I use a fire hose reel? Ideal for fighting a fire in its early stages, fire hose reels are most suitable for Class A Fires, commonly caused by normal combustibles like [...]
Emergency and exit lighting is a very important aspect of any emergency evacuation plan. For your building to be safe in the event of fire, you’ll need to create a clearly visible evacuation path. Regular lighting often fails in an emergency, compromising the path to safety. Exit and Emergency lighting therefore enables individuals and to [...]
Almost all common fires can be avoided with the correct equipment, fire safety knowledge and effective training. House fires can be very easy to start and very hard to put out. As we’ve seen with the recent bush fires, Australia’s hot summer months teamed with our dry weather are the ideal conditions for a fire [...]
Vehicle fires are far more common and dangerous than people think. Having a fire extinguisher in your car or truck is a very important safety feature. This small (but very powerful) piece of fire equipment will act as a first line of defence against costly damage. It could even mean the difference minor issue and [...]
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