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ABC (dry powder) fire extinguishers can extinguish class E (Live) fires. Why not mark abce on the extinguisher?
ABC (dry powder) fire extinguishers can extinguish class E (Live) fires. Why not mark abce on the extinguisher?
ABC (dry powder) fire extinguishers can extinguish class E (Live) fires. Why not mark ABCE on the extinguisher?

When you are stocking up on ABC (dry powder) fire extinguishers, make sure to also grab an ABFC (marker for class E) extinguisher!

ABC (dry powder) fire extinguishers are effective for class E (Live) fires.

ABC (dry powder) fire extinguishers are effective for class E (Live) fires. ABC extinguishers have been tested and shown to be effective in suppressing fires in this category. It is important to remember that ABC extinguishers should not be used on class A (flammable liquids and gases) or Class B (flammable solids).

ABC fire extinguishers should not be used on class A (Dead) fires.

ABC fire extinguishers should not be used on class A (Dead) fires. The dry powder in these extinguishers will not extinguish a class E (Live) fire.

 

Marking the ABC extinguisher with ABCE will help in the event of a fire.

ABC extinguishers can extinguish class E (Live) fires. Why not mark ABCE on the extinguisher? By marking the ABC extinguisher with ABCE, everyone in the area will know how to use it in the event of a fire. This could help save lives!