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Classes of Fires and Types of Extinguishers

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A Class C fire is extinguished with a dry chemical, which does not conduct electricity. The chemical is a very fine powder that smothers the fire when applied. A disadvantage is the mess the chemical makes when ejected from the extinguisher. Avoid breathing dry chemical extinguisher powder. Class C extinguishers may be used to extinguish

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FIRE SAFETY LECTURE-16 NOV 2015 FIRE SAFETY

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Dry Chemical Extinguishers (Hand Carried): Dry chemical fire extinguishers are the most common extinguishers at Davis-Monthan AFB. They are two types available: those rated for Class B and C fires, and those rated for Class A, B, and C fires. These extinguishers are available from 2 1/2 to 30 pounds.

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Hand Portable Dry Chemical Extinguishers - Amerex Fire

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Your layout and particular hazards dictate the placement of fire extinguishers. NFPA-10 requires that hand portable extinguishers with a gross weight less than 40 lbs. be hung with the top of the extinguisher not more than 5 ft. (1.53 m) above the floor. Extinguishers

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Basic Fire Extinguisher Training Course

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3. Dry Chemical Extinguishers-There are several different dry chemical agents. The most common of all is sodium bicarbonate, which is nothing more then baking soda. There is also monoammonium phosphate, which is considered a multi-purpose agent that can work on Class A, B, and C fires. The maximum