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How should portable fire extinguishers be distributed and exactly where are they allowed to be placed.
The OSHA fire extinguisher placement rules depend on the class of fire you expect to encounter. There are five classes of fire and this table shows the characteristics of the fire and the type of extinguisher needed to combat it.
Where should you put portable fire extinguishers? It depends on what kind of extinguisher.
Requirements for fire extinguisher size and spacing based on your hazard level are located in Table 6.2.1.1 of NFPA 10. To determine the minimum number of extinguish-ers needed, divide the total floor area by the maxi-mum floor area to be protected per extinguisher. Travel distance to the extinguisher can’t be more.
Every fire extinguisher must be placed in a visible and easy-to-reach location with the label facing out. They should be installed along hallways, in meeting rooms, near exit doors, and in other common locations. Where visibility is obstructed, visual aids must be provided.
To prevent fire extinguishers from being moved or damaged, they should be mounted on brackets or in wall cabinets with their carrying handles placed 3-1/2 to 5 feet above the floor, depending on the type of extinguisher.
Main factors for locating a Fire Extinguisher are Accessibility and Visibility. CLASS OF FIRE. TYPE OF FIRE. APPROVED FIRE EXTINGUISHER. Class A – Ordinary Combustibles.
Ensure workplace safety with proper fire extinguisher placement. Learn about OSHA and NFPA guidelines, travel distance requirements, and best practices for mounting and signage. Prevent fires and protect your employees.
Here’s a closer look at both NFPA and OSHA guidelines for fire extinguisher placement and other steps your workplace can take to improve the visibility and accessibility of these potentially life-saving pieces of safety equipment.
Read this NFPA fact sheet on fire extinguisher location and placement for code officials that use NFPA 10, Standard for Portable Fire Extinguishers.