Know your fire extinguisher sign

The Know Your Fire Extinguisher Sign provides clear and useful information to help employees and other building users recognise different types of portable fire extinguisher and understand the types of fire for which each extinguisher may be suitable. Displaying this sign can help improve general fire safety awareness and support the correct identification of firefighting equipment provided within the premises.

Suitable for offices, factories, warehouses, workshops, schools, hospitals, hotels, care homes, retail premises, commercial kitchens, industrial facilities and other workplaces, this informative sign can be displayed near fire points, staff notice boards, training areas or other prominent locations where fire safety information is communicated.

Different types of fire require different extinguishing agents, and using unsuitable firefighting equipment can be ineffective or potentially dangerous. A Know Your Fire Extinguisher Sign provides a convenient visual reference that can help users understand the differences between common extinguisher types and the fire risks they are designed to address.

Depending on the information displayed on the particular sign, guidance may cover common extinguisher types such as water, foam, dry powder, carbon dioxide and wet chemical. Each type has different applications, advantages and limitations, so users should always refer to the markings and operating instructions on the individual extinguisher before use.

Water extinguishers are primarily associated with suitable Class A fires involving ordinary solid combustible materials such as wood, paper and many textiles. Standard water extinguishers should not be assumed to be suitable for flammable liquids, flammable gases, cooking oils or live electrical equipment.

Foam extinguishers may be suitable for certain Class A and Class B fires, depending on the rating of the individual extinguisher. Carbon dioxide extinguishers are commonly provided for risks involving electrical and electronic equipment and may also be suitable for certain Class B flammable liquid fires.

Common ABC dry powder extinguishers can be suitable for Class A, Class B and Class C fires, although the discharge of fine powder can reduce visibility and contaminate equipment. For this reason, dry powder may not be appropriate for many enclosed indoor environments or locations containing sensitive machinery and electronics.

Wet chemical extinguishers are particularly associated with Class F fires involving cooking oils and fats and are commonly installed in commercial kitchens and catering environments. The fire ratings and approved applications of the individual extinguisher should always be checked before use.

Electrical fires are not generally treated as a separate fire classification in the UK. Where live electrical equipment is involved, an extinguishing medium suitable for that particular risk should be selected. Once the electrical supply has been safely isolated, the fire can be considered according to the classification of the material that is actually burning.

The Know Your Fire Extinguisher Sign can be particularly valuable where several different extinguisher types are provided throughout a workplace. It offers a useful reference for staff training and can help reinforce the importance of selecting firefighting equipment appropriate to the material involved in the fire.

Fire extinguisher identification information should not encourage untrained people to place themselves at unnecessary risk. A person should only attempt to tackle a small fire where it is safe to do so, the correct equipment is available and a clear means of escape remains accessible.

If a fire is spreading rapidly, producing significant smoke or cannot be safely controlled, occupants should raise the alarm, evacuate to a place of safety and contact the Fire and Rescue Service in accordance with the premises emergency procedures.

The Know Your Fire Extinguisher Sign can form part of a wider fire safety information system alongside Fire Action notices, Fire Point signs and individual Water, Foam, CO2 Carbon Dioxide, Dry Powder and Wet Chemical Fire Extinguisher signs. Used together, these signs can help improve awareness and identification of the firefighting equipment provided.

Signage should complement rather than replace an appropriate fire risk assessment, correct provision and maintenance of firefighting equipment, staff information, training and emergency procedures. The suitability of any extinguisher should always be confirmed from its individual fire ratings, markings and manufacturers instructions.

Manufactured from durable, high quality materials with clear and easy to understand printed information, the Know Your Fire Extinguisher Sign provides a professional and long lasting fire safety reference. It helps improve awareness of extinguisher types, support appropriate equipment selection and reinforce important fire safety information throughout the workplace.

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Self Adhesive Vinyl Sticker

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A self adhesive vinyl plus other stuff in here too

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95 micron

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Self Adhesive

1mm Rigid

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1mm Rigid PVC plastic full descritption

Thickness:

900 micron

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Can be screwed or glued

Rigid Photoluminescent

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Rigid Photoluminescent (GITD) Glow in the dark

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1mm

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