Figure 6 MO
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Electrical conductors
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Electrical non-conductors |
Non-conducting but toxic |
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Extinguishing by cooling
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Extinguishing by smothering |
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Types of fire
(according to the combustible) |
Water
Water/CO2 Water/soda-acid |
Foam
Chemical foam Mechanical foam |
Powder
Dry sand Dry chem. powder CO2 |
Inert Gases
Co2 Steam |
Volatile liquids
Carbon tetrachloride, Methyl bromide etc. |
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Type A Dry fires (wood, paper, textile etc.) |
Yes |
Yes (not particularly advised)
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No (usable in special circumstances) |
No (usable in special circumstances) |
No (for use in small fires) |
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Type B Fire in combustible liquids |
No (only spray) |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes Used in closed space: WARNING: Only advisable in small fares, in well ventilated spaces or when the operator utilizes it in free air |
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Type C Fires in electrical equipment |
No (only spray) |
No |
Yes
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Yes |
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Type D Fire in light metals |
No (Risk of combustion and projection of incandescent particles) |
No (Risk of combustion and projection of incandescent particles) |
Yes (Special dry chem. Powders for fires of this type ) |
No |
No (Risk of combustion and projection of incandescent particles) |
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