Classification of fire and extinguisher information sheet

There’s a wide range of extinguishers available to buy, so it can be confusing to know which one to put where. Our information sheet makes this task simple.

The right choice

Getting your extinguisher choice wrong could not only mean that they won’t put out a fire, but in the worst case scenario it could put users in extreme danger.

There are six categories of fire from A to F. This information sheet briefly outlines the meaning of each classification and describes the type of extinguisher suitable in each case. It also includes warnings where choosing the wrong approach to fire fighting could be fatal.

It should be used in conjunction with our guidance document How to Use a Fire Extinguisher and supported by practical training.