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What type of extinguisher would be safe to use on a small electrical fire in an enclosed atmosphere?
you should use dry powder extinguisher
Electrical fires are best extinguished using?
Baking Soda & Class-C or ABC Fire ExtinguisherIf a fire extinguisher is not available and the fire is small, dousing it with enough baking soda can put it out. If you have one, use a class-C or multi-purpose ABC fire extinguisher to put out the flames. You can not use any other kind of fire extinguisher on an electrical fire (the extinguisher should be clearly marked, but if it's not and you're not sure what kind it is, don't use it)NEVER-EVER-EVER-use water on an electrical fire as it could cause electrocution-use a class-A fire extinguisher on an electrical fire.
What puts out small fires in the kitchen?
A fire extinguisher.
What you do in the event of an electrical fire?
In the event of an electrical fire, the first step is to disconnect the power source if it can be done safely. Use a Class C fire extinguisher specifically designed for electrical fires, or cover the fire with a heavy blanket to smother it. Evacuate the area and call emergency services for help.
The best tool to extinguish a small gasoline or diesel fire is a portable fire extinguishertrue or false?
True, provided that the extinguisher is the proper type. An ABC dry chemical extinguisher would be the best extinguisher to use.
How do you put an electric fire out?
First priority is to remove the source of the electricity. Without that, the fire will continue to form. After disconnecting the electrical source, put out the fire as normal, with a co2 extinguisher and foam. Sand works too.Improvement:Sand is the best option after a CO2 extinguisher. Improvement:I agree but you could also try smothering it with a fire blanket (if you don't have a CO2 extinguisher lying around!) to take away the oxygen BUT NEVER put water on an electrical fire it just makes it worse.IMPROVEMENT;here are some good tips,NEVER USE WATERif it is small you could use some baking sodaan ABC or class C fire extinguisher are best
What is the best tool to put out a small gasoline or diesel fire?
A foam extinguisher.
What should you do if you discover a small fire?
Use an ABC fire extinguisher , cover it and starve it of oxygen , or you could dump flour or baking soda on it. NOT sugar. It will burn.
What is a fire extinguisher type a used for?
A type A or Class A fire extinguisher is used on a Class A fire, that is, one involving "ordinary combustibles" such as paper, cloth, wood and small amounts of plastics.
What kinds of fires can you use a fire extinguisher on?
any fires that are not too big or not too small
When to use a fire extinguisher?
You should use a fire extinguisher when a fire is small and contained, such as a small grease fire on a stove or a trash bin fire. It is important to remember that you should only attempt to use a fire extinguisher if you have been trained in its proper use and if it is safe to do so. If the fire is large or spreading quickly, evacuate and call emergency services.
How does Boyle's law apply to fire extinguishers?
When it comes to fire extinguishes, the smaller the volume of the extinguisher the more pressure the gas has. So if the size of the fire extinguisher is small, the pressure might be high.
