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If you are aware of a fire in your home you must get everyone out
as quickly as possible and call the Fire & Rescue Service. Even in its early
stages the fire can develop and spread very quickly. You may feel
that you are able to deal with it yourself, but if you are in any
doubt - DO NOT TACKLE THE FIRE - no matter how small it is.
• Always put yours and other people's safety first.
• Ensure that someone calls the Fire & Rescue Service.
• Do not move the object on fire.
If you choose to install and use fire extinguishers follow these
guidelines.
• Make sure that British Standards are conformed to and that
it carries a Kitemark or British Approvals for Fire Equipment mark.
• Do not place them over cookers, heaters or other extreme
heat sources.
• Always follow manufacturer's instructions when using and
siting extinguishers.
• Never use water on fat pan fires or electrical fires.
• Do not use extinguishers on chip or pan fires as the jet
from the extinguisher may force burning fat out of the pan.
The following types of extinguishers are available. Always check
manufacturer's
instructions for the type of fire appropriate for each one. Follow
operating instructions
carefully.
Colour Identification:
STANDARD DRY POWDER - Red with Blue Zone
MULTI PURPOSE DRY POWDER - Red with Blue Zone
WATER - Red
AFFF(Aqueous Film-Forming Foam (Multi Purpose)) - Red with Yellow
Zone
FOAM - Red with Yellow Zone
CARBON DIOXIDE CO2 - Red with Black Zone
Halon extinguishers (coloured green) are no longer recommended for
use due to ozone depleting potential.
FIRE BLANKETS
Look for the British Standard mark ( BS 6575) and follow the maker's
instructions for positioning and for use.
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