Rapidrop Fire Extinguisher

Fire extinguishers are provided for a 'first attack' firefighting measure, generally undertaken by the occupants of the building before the fire service arrives. It is important that occupants are familiar with which extinguisher type to use on which fire. Water, foam, dry powder, CO2, wet chemical’. If you would like to know which fire Extinguisher is designed for which type of fire?

Standard dry powder extinguishers are also called ‘ABC’ extinguishers because they tackle class A, B and C fires, however they are not recommended for use in enclosed spaces. This is because the powder can be easily inhaled, and also the residue is very difficult to clean up after. ABC powder extinguishers can also be used on some electrical fires. Specialist dry powder extinguishers are used for flammable metals.

CO2 extinguishers are predominantly used for electrical fire risks and are usually the main fire extinguisher type provided in computer server rooms. They also put out Class B fires (flammable liquids, such as paint and petroleum). Label Colour: Black

Automatic fire extinguishers are the only real answer to fire safety in most unsupervised situations. ... They are installed directly facing identified fire risks and are manufactured to automatically discharge in the event of a fire and works on extinguishing the blaze