What type of extinguisher to put out a petrol fire?

Foam fire extinguishers can be used on Class A and B fires. They are most suited to extinguishing liquid fires such as petrol or diesel and are more versatile than water jet extinguishers because they can also be used on solids such as wood and paper.

1. What type of fire extinguisher must be kept on the petrol forecourt?
2. Can you use a foam extinguisher on a petrol fire?
3. What fire extinguisher would you use on petrol?
4. What class of fire is petrol?
5. What are blue fire extinguishers used for?
6. What are red fire extinguishers used for?
7. How do I choose a fire extinguisher?
8. How many extinguishers should you use on a fire?
9. What are the 3 main types of fire extinguishers?
10. What are white fire extinguishers used for?
11. Which Colour of fire extinguisher should be used to tackle fires caused by ignited petrol?
12. What is the most commonly used fire extinguisher?
13. Which is the common fire extinguisher?

What type of fire extinguisher must be kept on the petrol forecourt?

The most suitable type of extinguisher for petrol station forecourts is the ABC Powder Fire Extinguishers.

Can you use a foam extinguisher on a petrol fire?

Foam extinguishers. They are the most common type of fire extinguisher for Class B fires, but also work on Class A fires as they are water-based. They are CREAM in colour and used for organic materials such as; paper and cardboard, fabrics and textiles, wood and coal including flammable liquids like paint and petrol.

What fire extinguisher would you use on petrol?

Foam extinguishers are used on burning liquids such as petrol or diesel fires. They can also be used on solid fuel fires in the same way as water extinguishers. Foam fire extinguishers are actually water based (this is why they can be used on solid fuels) and have a cooling effect.

What class of fire is petrol?

Class B – fires caused by flammable liquids such as paint, turpentine or petrol among others.

What are blue fire extinguishers used for?

Blue (Dry Powder Extinguishers)

Blue label fire extinguishers are sometimes known as 'ABC' extinguishers because they can be used on Class A, B, and C fire types. However, this fire extinguisher must not be used in enclosed spaces because it is very easy to inhale the powder, and cleaning is not easy.

What are red fire extinguishers used for?

Water fire extinguishers have a red label and a class A rating. They are suitable for fighting fires involving solid combustibles such as wood, paper and textiles. A few models are safe on electrical equipment if di-electrically tested. Otherwise, care must be taken near electrical equipment.

How do I choose a fire extinguisher?

The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) provides minimum recommendations for the home: Primary Fire Extinguishers - For your main home protection, install a 2-A:10-B:C rated extinguisher on every level of your home - no more than 40 feet apart. Include all locations where a fire may start.

How many extinguishers should you use on a fire?

There should be a minimum of 2 extinguishers per floor, unless the upper floor area is very small, i.e. below 100m2, and in single occupancy, in which case, only one extinguisher is required on the upper floor.

What are the 3 main types of fire extinguishers?

OSHA states, "The three most common types of fire extinguishers are: air pressurized water, CO₂ (carbon dioxide), and dry chemical." There also are wet chemical fire extinguishers.

What are white fire extinguishers used for?

Water mist extinguishers have a white label with red letters. The carbon dioxide in a CO2 extinguisher smothers the oxygen while the cold blast cools the flammable liquids and gas. They are designed for use on Class B and Class C fires.

Which Colour of fire extinguisher should be used to tackle fires caused by ignited petrol?

Colour Coding: Blue

Powder fire extinguishers are suitable for use on class A, B and C fires making them ideal for use in environments containing multiple fire risks. They are highly effective against petrol and volatile liquids which makes them ideal for vehicle protection.

What is the most commonly used fire extinguisher?

Dry Chemical Fire Extinguishers

The most widely used type of fire extinguisher is the multipurpose dry chemical that is effective on Class A, B, and C fires. This agent also works by creating a barrier between the oxygen element and the fuel element on Class A fires.

Which is the common fire extinguisher?

The three most common types of fire extinguishers are: air pressurized water, CO2 (carbon dioxide), and dry chemical.