Types of Extinguishers
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Different types of fire extinguishers are designed to fight different classes of fire. The three most common types of fire extinguishers are:
Water (APW) Extinguishers |
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| APWs are designed for Class A (wood, paper, cloth) fires only. | |
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Carbon Dioxide Extinguishers |
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| CO2s are designed for Class B and C (flammable liquid and electrical) fires only. | |
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Dry Chemical Extinguishers |
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| An "ABC" extinguisher will have a label like this, indicating that it may be used on class A,B, and C fires. | |
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