FIRE EXTINGUISHER W/BRACKET 2.5KG
Different extinguishing mediums are available for specific classes
of fire which necessitates the assessment of the type of hazard in the
particular area you are protecting in order to maximize the
effectiveness of the extinguisher you are going to have available in a
fire emergency.
.Dry Chemical portable fire extinguishers are the most widely used of
all types of extinguishers.
Range of stored pressure dry chemical powder extinguishers is
suitable for class A (combustible materials), class B (flammable or
combustible liquids) and/or class C (electrical) fires or a combination
of ABC class fires. All the extinguishers supplied conform to the
minimum fire ratings as specified in SANS 1910:2009.
They are highly effective for electrical hazards. This
multi-purpose extinguisher interferes with the combustion process and
provides rapid fire knock down. They are ideal for mixed fire risk
environments and especially suited for protection for liquids, storage
of liquid gases and heating oils used for industry, garages and
workshops.
All fire extinguisher maintenance requirements must be performed
by SANS 1475 accredited It is important to use the appropriate
extinguisher for the type of substance that is burning (wood, oil,
electrics, etc.) as shown by the classification below:
Class A: suitable for combustible
materials such as paper, wood, cardboard and most plastics.
Class B: required when the fire involves
flammable or combustible liquids such as petrol, kerosene, grease and
oil.
Class C: best suited for fires involving
electrical equipment such as appliances, wiring,
circuit breakers an d
outlets. NB: Never use water to extinguish class C fires!
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SAF7678
