Question

3. There are different types of fire extinguishers. Why?
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Answer 1

Answer:

The Classes of Fire

There are six classes of fire in total.

● Class A fires – combustible materials: caused by flammable solids, such as wood, paper, and textiles

●Class B fires – flammable liquids: such as petrol, paint or spirits

●Class C fires – flammable gases: like propane and butane

●Class D fires – flammable metals: chemicals such as magnesium, lithium or potassium

●Electrical fires – electrical equipment: such as computers and photocopiers. Note though that once the electrical item is removed, the fire changes class

●Class F fires – cooking oils: such as olive oil or butter. Typically a chip-pan fire

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