Classes Of Fire

There Are 6 Classes Of Fire :

• Class A Fires – Combustible materials: caused by flammable solids, such as wood, paper, and textiles.
• Class B Fires – Flammable Liquids, such as petrol, paint or spirits.
• Class C Fires – Flammable Gases, such as propane and butane.
• Class D Fires – Flammable Metals, chemicals such as magnesium, lithium or potassium.
• Electrical Fires – Electrical Equipment, such as computers and photocopiers. Note though that once the electrical item is removed, the fire changes class.
• Class F Fires – Cooking Oils, such as olive oil or butter. Typically a chip-pan fire.