Fires involving cooking oils and fats are classified as “Class F” under the European and Australian systems, and “Class K” under the American system.

What is a Class F fire extinguisher used for?

For fires involving cooking oils and fats (a Class F fire), a wet chemical extinguisher can be used. The wet chemical fire extinguisher can also be used on Class A fire, but foam or water extinguishers are more common. Dry powder extinguishers smother fires by forming a barrier between the fuel and source of oxygen.

What are the 5 different classes of fire?

Fire is divided into five classes (A, B, C, D, and K) that are primarily based on the fuel that is burning. This classification system helps to assess hazards and determine the most effective type of extinguishing agent.