Factfile 0079 Class F fires

Publication Year

2016

Document Status

Current

Abstract

Class F fires involve cooking oils and fats, with higher temperatures than conventional liquid fires. Discusses the limitations of non-class F extinguishers and looks at how class F extinguishers operate, relevant standards, warnings, installation and guidance.

Document History

The information set out in this document is believed to be correct in the light of information currently available but it is not guaranteed and neither the Fire Industry Association nor its officers can accept any responsibility in respect of the contents or any events arising from use of the information contained within this document. Supersedes FF 0008 2001

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