A Guide to Fire Extinguishers: Which Type for which Fire?

By AAI Security

Fire extinguishers play a crucial role in the overall fire safety of a property, providing a way to fight smaller fires before they begin to burn out of control. However, using them is not simply a case of pointing them at a blaze and pulling the lever. Using an extinguisher containing the wrong substance for the type of fire being tackled could prove to be highly dangerous, in some cases accelerating the spread of the fire and putting yourself and others at further risk. With that in mind, here’s a quick guide to help you to determine which extinguisher to use…

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