To ensure your business premises are adequately protected from fire, and that they meet current fire safety regulations, you will need to have the appropriate types of fire extinguisher available. There are a total of five main fire extinguisher types – Water, Foam, Dry Powder, Carbon Dioxide (CO2) and Wet Chemical. Here are some of the kind things that you will need to know about the carbon dioxide (CO2) type of fire extinguisher.
Carbon Dioxide Fire Extinguishers
Carbon dioxide fire extinguishers are the main type of extinguisher that is used for extinguishing electrical fires. You will commonly find carbon dioxide extinguishers within computer server rooms or other areas where there are a large number of electrical devices.
What is the CO2 Fire Extinguisher Label Colour?
The label colour for a CO2 fire extinguisher is black.
Uses for CO2 Fire Extinguishers
A CO2 extinguisher can be used to extinguish electrical fires and also fires involving most flammable liquids like petrol.
Do Not Use For
A CO2 extinguisher should never be used on:
- Fires involving a flammable metal
- Fires within kitchens
- Fires fuelled by materials such as paper or textiles.
How CO2 Extinguishers work
The carbon dioxide type of fire extinguisher works by suffocating the fire, displacing the oxygen and causing the fire to burn out as a result.
Types of Businesses that need this extinguisher
CO2 fire extinguishers should be used by any businesses that have electrical equipment. This includes:
- Server rooms
- Offices
- Technology stores
Where to store Carbon Dioxide Extinguishers
CO2 fire extinguishers should be stored with the source of the fire risk and also by the nearest fire exit.
RV Fire Systems
For fire safety compliance advice call professionally certified fire alarms and FSA accredited fire alarm installers RV Fire Systems on one of the following numbers:-
Clitheroe Fire Extinguishers:- 01200 439333
Blackburn Fire Extinguishers:- 01254 367611
Blackpool Fire Extinguishers:- 01253 804199
Preston Fire Extinguishers:- 01772 970411
Manchester Fire Extinguishers:- 0161 8260480
