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2. Fire extinguisher - Wikipedia

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   An empty fire extinguisher which was not replaced for years. Most countries in the world require regular fire extinguisher maintenance by a competent person to operate safely and effectively, as part of fire safety legislation. Lack of maintenance can lead to an extinguisher not discharging when required, or rupturing when pressurized.

3. Bromochlorodifluoromethane - Wikipedia

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   BCF is an excellent fire extinguishing agent, as it is a streaming agent with low toxicity, a low pressure, liquefied gas, and effective on all common types of fires, A, B, and C. [3] [4] It is mainly used in portable and wheeled extinguishers, and small spot protection units for aviation and marine engine applications, and was never widely ...

4. George William Manby - Wikipedia

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   Manby mortar, 1842 drawing. Captain George William Manby FRS (28 November 1765 – 18 November 1854) was an English author and inventor. He designed an apparatus for saving life from shipwrecks and also the "Pelican Gun", the first modern form of fire extinguisher.

5. Here’s Where You Should Store Your Fire Extinguisher ... - AOL

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   “To ensure safe use and storage for a fire extinguisher, check the pressure gauge once a month, hold the extinguisher to confirm it’s full, store at room temperature, and ensure it’s visible ...

6. Bromotrifluoromethane - Wikipedia

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   Warning sign for fire suppression system Civilian Halon 1301 fire extinguisher, USA, 1980s Halon 1301 was developed in a joint venture between the U.S. Army and Purdue University in the late 1940's, [ 5 ] and became a DuPont product in 1954.

7. Hurricane Season 2024: Tips for starting a storm supply list

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   Working fire extinguisher. Clean change of clothes, rain gear, sturdy swamp boots. Fully charged battery-operated lanterns. Don’t use candles and kerosene lanterns. They are fire hazards. Map of ...