Foam Fire Extinguishers
Foam fire extinguishers carry a CREAM label. They are designed for fires involving flammable liquids, but they can also be used on organic materials. The foam forms a seal over the surface of the fire to starve it of oxygen.
Designed for Flammable Liquid fires – Class B
Foam fire extinguishers are suitable for fires caused by:
- petrol & diesel
- solvents
- paint
- alcoholic spirits
Foam fire extinguishers can also be used on Class A Organic Material fires.
How Foam Fire Extinguishers work
Foam fire extinguishers work in two ways. Firstly, the foam creates a cooling effect on the surface of the burning liquid, reducing its temperature. The foam then creates a barrier that prevents flammable vapour reaching the air. This starves the fire of fuel and ultimately extinguishes the fire.
Types of business that require Foam Fire Extinguishers
Foam fire extinguishers are required for buildings where flammable liquids are kept:
- DIY shops
- garage forecourts, LPG dispensing plants
- schools, independent schools, colleges, universities, halls of residence
- hospitals and residential care homes
- office buildings
- flats and apartments
- hotels, restaurants, public houses and canteens
Locate and store
Foam fire extinguishers should be located at the exits of environments that have been identified as Class B fire risks during our risk assessment.
Organic Material fires –
Class A
• paper & cardboard
• wood
• fabrics & textiles
• coal
Flammable Liquid fires –
Class B
• petrol & diesel
• solvents
• paint
• alcholic spirits
Flammable Gas fires –
Class C
• butane
• methane
Flammable Metal fires –
Class D
• lithium
• magnesium
• titanium
Electrical Equipment fires – Class Electrical
• server rooms
• computers
• electrical devices
Cooking Oils and Fats –
Class F
• cooking oils
• cookinng fats
• waste bins
• laboratories
Fire Risk Assessment
If your business has five or more employees a Fire Risk Assessment is required to comply with The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005. Our highly trained certified engineers can determine the chances of a fire occurring in your workplace and draft your written document.
Out Of Hours Support
Many businesses operate 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Atlas Fire Protection provide out of hours support to all customers with proactive maintenance contracts. One of our certified engineers will deliver a quick and reliable response to keep your business protected.
Foam Fire Extinguishers
CREAM label
Fire Extinguisher Sales
Atlas Fire Protection supply the highest quality fire extinguishers in the business. We stock the best range to ensure you have the right types in the right sizes in the right locations. All our fire extinguishers are manufactured in the United Kingdom to BS EN3 standard, CE marked and guaranteed for five years.
Fire Extinguisher Commissioning
All fire extinguishers in non-domestic premises must be commissioned in accordance with BS 5306. Atlas Fire Protection are licenced to thoroughly check and install your fire extinguishers – certifying them as approved and good for use in accordance with regulations.
Fire Extinguisher Servicing
To ensure compliance with UK legislation your fire extinguishers need to be maintained in accordance with BS 5306 Part 3. Our certified engineers are highly trained and equipped with the best tools to inspect and maintain your fire extinguishers on a regular basis. Atlas Fire Protection offer proactive maintenance contracts to ensure your peace of mind.
Fire Extinguisher Refills
Our certified engineers can refill all makes and types of fire extinguishers at your premises during the working day. Atlas Fire Protection carry everything needed in our fully equipped service vans, saving you time and keeping your premises protected.
