Where to Use?
An extinguisher is a critical device that is used during critical situations only. There is no chance for testing which will be tested and used at a time that's why the device must be reliable also which should be designed in such a way that it works till the last day of shelf life
When it comes to application Fire equipment needs to be identifiable, easy to get hold of, and appropriate for the property it is intended to protect.
But good fire protection is about more than just having the right devices in the right places, also requires rigorous monitoring to ensure that it will perform effectively when needed.
Everyone should be familiar with the picture symbols which identify the types of fires on whichthey may be used listed below
- The symbol diagonal red slashes indicate a potential danger if the extinguisher is used on that particular type of fire.
- The absence of a type symbol means only that the extinguisher is not recommended as particularly effective for that classification of fire.