27/08/2026
Fire extinguishers are designed for different types of fires, and selecting the correct extinguisher for the fire class is critical for effective and safe firefighting.
🔴 1. Water Fire Extinguisher
Suitable mainly for Class A fires involving materials such as wood, paper, cardboard, cloth, and other ordinary combustibles. Never use standard water extinguishers on energized electrical equipment or flammable-liquid fires.
🟡 2. Foam Fire Extinguisher
Foam extinguishers are commonly used for Class A and suitable Class B fires. The foam forms a layer over the burning surface, helping suppress flames and reduce the release of flammable vapors.
🔵 3. Dry Powder Fire Extinguisher
Dry chemical powder extinguishers are available in different ratings and can cover Class A, B, C and electrical applications, depending on the specific agent and certification. Always check the extinguisher label.
⚫ 4. CO₂ Fire Extinguisher
Carbon dioxide extinguishers are particularly useful for electrical equipment and certain Class B fires. They leave little to no residue, making them useful around sensitive electrical equipment.
🟡 5. Wet Chemical Fire Extinguisher
Designed primarily for cooking-oil and fat fires, especially in commercial kitchens. The agent helps cool the burning oil and forms a protective layer over the surface.
🟢 6. Clean Agent Fire Extinguisher
Clean-agent extinguishers are suitable for certain electrical and sensitive electronic equipment because they are designed to suppress fire without leaving conventional powder or foam residue.
💧 7. Water Mist Fire Extinguisher
Water mist extinguishers discharge very fine droplets that absorb heat efficiently. They are commonly intended for Class A fires, with some models carrying additional ratings depending on their design and certification.
⚙️ 8. Class D Fire Extinguisher
Specially designed for combustible-metal fires, such as those involving magnesium, sodium, titanium.