Requirements for the Supply and Maintenance of Portable Fire Extinguishers and Hose Reels
The South African National Standard for the Application of the National Building Regulations Part T states clearly that portable fire extinguishers installed in a building shall comply with the requir ...
When to use a Carbon Dioxide (CO2) Fire Extinguisher
A Carbon Dioxide (CO2) Fire Extinguisher is typically used for Class B (flammable liquids and gases) and Class C (energised electrical) fires. Carbon dioxide extinguishers are filled with non-flammab ...
What is a Class A Fire – the best suited Fire Extinguisher?
Not enough people know that fire extinguishers come in different types but that they also are given a specific class which indicates the type of fires for which they are effective. Since life and prop ...
What is a Class B Fire – the best suited Fire Extinguisher?
Life and property can depend on the use of the correct fire extinguisher on a fire. This is especially true when fires include flammable liquids. These are called Class B fires. In this blog you will ...
What is a Class C Fire – the best suited Fire Extinguisher?
A class C fire is one caused by an electrical element meaning the electrical component (whether electrical appliance, wiring, device, etc.) is connected to a power source. Class C fires can be starte ...