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Once a year, you need a qualified licensed fire extinguisher technician to come to your business and do the following:
1. Inspect the fire extinguishers visually to ensure they are in good condition and not damaged.
2. Check the weight of the fire extinguishers to ensure they have the correct amount of extinguishing agent.
3. Check the pressure of the fire extinguishers to ensure they are functioning properly.
4. Replace any damaged or expired fire extinguishers.
5. Perform necessary maintenance, such as refilling or recharging the extinguishers.
6. Provide a certification sticker on each fire extinguisher to indicate the inspection date and the technician's name.
7. Perform a thorough inspection of your place of business to determine whether the correct amount of the correct extinguishers are present, properly located and properly installed according to NFPA-10, the Standard for Portable Fire Extinguishers, and the Texas Insurance Code. The hazards present, the building layout and other variables can change from year to year, and it is important for you to know that you have the right extinguishers, in the right place, ready to go.
An ABC extinguisher is a type of fire extinguisher that can be used on Class A, B, and C fires. Class A fires involve ordinary combustibles such as wood, paper, and cloth. Class B fires involve flammable liquids and gases. Class C fires involve electrical equipment. The letters "ABC" stands for the types of fires that this extinguisher can be used on. ABC extinguishers contain a dry chemical powder that smothers the fire and cuts off its oxygen supply. This Price is for a new extinguisher, installed with a wall bracket and with a one-year certification tag.
A 10lb extinguisher or more may be needed over a 5lb extinguisher if the potential fire hazard is larger or if the area that needs to be covered is bigger. The size of the extinguisher is directly related to its ability to extinguish a fire. Larger capacity extinguishers contain more fire-fighting agent than a 5lb extinguisher, which means they can discharge for a longer period of time and cover a larger area. They also have higher ratings, meaning they can put out a larger fire. Therefore, if you have a larger facility or a higher potential for fire hazard, a large capacity extinguisher may be required or be a better choice than a 5lb extinguisher.
A Class K fire extinguisher is a type of fire extinguisher that is specifically designed to extinguish fires that involve cooking oils, fats, or grease in commercial kitchens. These types of fires are more difficult to put out with traditional fire extinguishers, such as Class ABC extinguishers, because the cooking oil or grease can re-ignite if not properly extinguished. Class K extinguishers contain a special extinguishing agent, a wet chemical, that is designed to cool the fire and create a barrier between the fuel (oil or grease) and the oxygen supply, thereby extinguishing the fire. Class K extinguishers are required by code in commercial kitchens where there is a potential for cooking oil or grease fires.
Halotron extinguishers use a gas called Halotron or other similar gases as the extinguishing agent. Halotron is a clean, colorless, and electrically non-conductive gas that is effective in extinguishing fires caused by flammable liquids, electrical equipment, and other combustible materials.
Halotron is a clean agent that does not leave any residue after extinguishing the fire, making it ideal for use in areas where there is sensitive electronic equipment or materials that could be damaged by other types of extinguishing agents. It is also non-toxic and does not deplete the ozone layer, making it a more environmentally friendly alternative to Halon extinguishers.
Halotron extinguishers are commonly used in areas such as data centers, aircraft, and other sensitive environments where a clean and effective fire suppression agent is required.
Carbon dioxide is a non-flammable, colorless, and odorless gas that is highly effective in putting out fires caused by flammable liquids, electrical equipment, and other combustible materials.
The CO2 gas works by displacing the oxygen around the fire, effectively smothering it and preventing it from spreading. It does not leave any residue or damage the materials around the fire, making it ideal for use in areas where there is sensitive equipment or materials.
Carbon dioxide extinguishers are commonly used in areas such as laboratories, mechanical rooms, and other areas with electrical or mechanical equipment. It is important to note that carbon dioxide is a highly pressurized gas and can be dangerous if not used properly. Therefore, it is recommended that only trained professionals use CO2 extinguishers. Stephens Advanced offers Training classes to customers who are interested in learning to be better prepared to fight fires using carbon dioxide extinguishers.
Foam extinguishers use a foam solution as the extinguishing agent. The foam solution can be either water-based or made from a synthetic foam concentrate. Foam extinguishers are effective in putting out fires caused by flammable liquids such as gasoline, oil, and diesel fuel.
The foam works by forming a blanket over the fuel, preventing oxygen from reaching it and extinguishing the fire. Foam extinguishers are also effective on Class A fires, which are fires caused by ordinary combustibles such as wood, paper, and cloth.
Foam extinguishers are commonly used in areas such as warehouses, garages, and workshops where there is a risk of fires caused by flammable liquids. However, it is important to note that foam extinguishers are not suitable for fires involving electrical equipment, as the water in the foam can conduct electricity and create a risk of electrocution.
Water fire extinguishers use regular water as the extinguishing agent. It is effective in putting out fires caused by ordinary combustibles such as wood, paper, and cloth (Class A fires).
Water extinguishers work by cooling the fire and removing the heat energy that is fueling the flames. This can be an effective way to extinguish small fires before they have a chance to spread.
Water fire extinguishers are commonly used in areas such as offices, schools, and other public buildings where the risk of flammable liquids and electrical equipment is low. However, it is important to note that water extinguishers should never be used on fires caused by flammable liquids or electrical equipment, as this can actually make the fire worse and create a significant safety hazard.
Water-mist fire extinguishers use a fine mist of de-ionized water as the extinguishing agent. The mist is created by forcing water through a special nozzle that breaks it up into tiny droplets. Water-mist extinguishers are effective in putting out fires caused by Class A and B fires (flammable liquids such as gasoline and oil).
Water-mist extinguishers work by cooling the fire and removing the heat energy that is fueling the flames, much like a traditional water extinguisher. However, the fine mist also helps to suffocate the fire by displacing oxygen and creating a barrier between the fuel and the flames.
Water-mist extinguishers are safe to use on electrical fires and are most commonly used in areas such as hospitals, nursing homes, and other areas where there is a high risk of fire and where water damage must be minimized. They are also used near MRI machines as they are made of non-ferrous metal which will not be affected by the strong magnetic fields around these machines.
Class D fire extinguishers are designed to extinguish fires that involve combustible metals such as magnesium, sodium, potassium, and titanium. These metals burn at very high temperatures and require a special type of extinguishing agent to put out the fire. Class D extinguishers are typically found in industrial settings where these types of metals are used or stored, such as in laboratories, metalworking facilities, and chemical plants.
Class D extinguishers use a dry powder extinguishing agent that is specifically designed to smother the fire and prevent it from reigniting. The powder is usually made from sand, graphite, or sodium chloride and is able to absorb the heat from the fire, cutting off its oxygen supply and extinguishing the flames.
It is important to note that Class D extinguishers should never be used on other types of fires, such as those involving flammable liquids or electrical equipment. Using the wrong type of extinguisher can actually make the fire worse and create a significant safety hazard.
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