| Safety Equipment for the Boat: Fire Extinguishers |
From "Shipshape Boating"
episode DSSB-201 |
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This type of fire extinguisher is labeled ABC, and it can be used for wood, petroleum and electrical fires.
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Fire extinguishers are labeled to tell you which type of fire it should be used for. There are four separate types, but some extinguishers may combine two or more.
- Class "A" -- wood or paper fire
- Class "B" -- petroleum fire
- Class "C" -- electrical fire
- Class "D" -- metal fire
It's a good idea to mount your fire extinguisher in a convenient place on your boat so that anyone can get to it in an emergency. Also, don't forget to check the expiration date for replacement.
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