Types of Fire Extinguishers

Class A

used on fires involving combustibles such as paper, cloth, plastic, and wood

Class B

used on fires involving flammable or combustible liquids such as gasoline, oil, paint, grease and cooking fat

Class C

used on electrical fires such as fuse boxes, appliances, wiring, and electrical outlets

Class D

used on burning or combustible metals

Class K

used on burning cooking materials (fats, grease, and oil) and appliances in commercial cooking sites such as restaurants