E = EXTINGUISH the fire with a fire extinguisher, or EVACUATE the area if the fire is too large for a fire extinguisher. PROPER USE OF FIRE EXTINGUISHERS. (P.A.S.S.)
What are the 4 types of fire?
Let's break down each of the 5 different classes of fires more thoroughly.
- Class A Fires: “Ordinary” Fires. ...
- Class B Fires: Liquids & Gases. ...
- Class C Fires: Electrical Fires. ...
- Class D Fires: Metallic Fires. ...
- Class K Fires: Grease Fires or Cooking Fires. ...
- Choose the Right Fire Extinguisher. ...
- Complete Regular Training.
What does 3A mean on a fire extinguisher?
The extinguishers that pass the tests are given an alpha numeric classification based on the type and size of the fire it will extinguish; ie. 3A:40B:C. What do the letters mean in the alpha numeric classification? The letter represents the type of fire that can be put out with a particular extinguisher.
