Identify Fire Risks
- Class A: wood, paper, cloth, plastics
- Class B: flammable liquids like petrol, oil, paint
- Class C: flammable gases
- Class E: Energized electrical equipment
- Class K (F): cooking oils and fats
Choose the Extinguisher Type
- Dry Powder: for Class A, B, C, good for homes and workshops
- CO₂: for Class B & E fires, leaves no residue
- Foam: for Class A & B fires
- Water: for Class A fires
- Wet Chemical: for Class K (F) fires in kitchens
Select Size & Rating
●Car: 1Kg ABE powder extinguisher
●Home:
1–4.5kg ABE powder extinguisher & 2L wet chemical extinguisher
●Rental properties & apartments:
4.5kg ABE powder extinguisher
●Restaurants & commercial kitchens: 7L Wet chemical extinguisher
●Offices & public buildings:
9L water fire extinguisher
●Warehouses, workshops & garages:
9L foam fire extinguisher
●Electrical rooms & server areas:
2kg CO₂ fire extinguisher
●Commercial offices & switchboards:
3.5kg CO₂ fire extinguisher
●Industrial sites & plant rooms:
5kg CO₂ fire extinguisher
●Portability: choose a size you can easily lift and operate
Ensure compliance with Australian Standards
●Check that the extinguisher is certified to AS/NZS 1841
●Ensure the extinguisher is suitable for the intended fire class
Placement & Training
●Mount extinguishers near exits, kitchens, garages, and on every floor
●Learn the P.A.S.S. method: Pull the pin → Aim at the base of the fire → Squeeze the handle → Sweep from side to side
●Regularly inspect and maintain extinguishers
Learn More
For detailed specifications, visit our AS/NZS certified fire extinguishers and hose reels page.
Fire Safety Reminder
Even a small fire risk deserves preparation.
Choosing the right extinguisher today can save lives and prevent property loss tomorrow.
