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Learn about types of fire extinguishers, maintenance requirements, and how to get training.
An "A-B-C" fire extinguisher can be used on all types of fires. Other types of extinguishers work only on certain types of fires. Check the chart below to see extinguishers that work on various types of fires.
| Type of fire | Types of extinguishers to use |
| Class A: Ordinary combustible materials, such as wood, cloth, paper, etc. |
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| Class B: Flammable liquids, such as oil, gasoline, kerosene, etc. |
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| Class C: Presence of energized electrical circuits (e.g., electronic motors, electrical wiring, etc.) |
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| Class D: Reactive metals |
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Departments must assign an individual to inspect monthly the extinguishers in or adjacent to the department's facilities. Recommended personnel include:
Use the Fire Extinguisher Inspection Checklist to perform a monthly inspection of your department's extinguisher(s).
All extinguishers need to be serviced and tested every 6 years and also when:
Extinguishers must be inspected by a licensed fire extinguisher maintenance contractor once a year in the intervening 5 years.
To request service, additional extinguishers, or replacements, contact:
Fire extinguisher training is available to all employees.
Notice: In case of fire, your first responsibility is to escape unharmed and sound the alarm. Use a fire extinguisher only if you have been trained to use one and you have a clear exit path behind you.