Basic H&S Guidelines

Appropriate Type of Fire

Fire Class Types of Materials Involved
Extinguisher
Class D

Metals such as aluminum, lithium, Type D extinguishers

magnesium, titanium, sodium,
zirconium and potassium. • Dry powder (D)

Class F/K

Type K extinguishers
Combustible cooking media (animal
and vegetable oils and fats). • Dry chemical (K)
• Wet chemical (F/K)

Table 3.3 – Suitability of Fire Extinguishers, contd.

Halon 1211 fire extinguishers are still found in some factories. Since Halon 1211 is a chemical with
a high ozone-depleting potential, this type of fire extinguisher should be replaced as soon as
practically possible.

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