Guide to Classes of Fires and Methods of Extinguishment
Class A Fire:Wood, Paper, Textiles and other ordinary combustible materials.
To Extinguish a Class A Fire Use:
- Pressurized Water
- ABC Dry Chemical (All Purpose)
- Soda Acid Foam
Class B Fire: Flammable Liquids: Oils, Solvents, Grease. Paint, etc.
To Extinguish A Class B Fire Use:
- BC Dry Chemical (regular)
- Carbon Dioxide Foam
Class C Fire: Live or energized Electrical or Electronic Equipment
To Extinguish A Class C Fire Use:
- Carbon Dioxide
- BC Dry Chemical (regular) (This is effective but will destroy electronic gear.)
Class D Fire: Metals: Magnesium., Aluminum, Sodium, Potassium, Zirconium, Titanium, etc.
To Extinguish a Class D Fire Use:
- Special Metal Extinguishers
- Special Metal Powders
- The ordinary extinguishers found in the building should not be used on metal fires because a violent reaction may result.