Fire Safety Equipment FAQs

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Does jockey pump need emergency power?

A jockey pump does not require emergency power, as it is fed in the same way all other pumps within the building.

How do you identify different types of fire fighting equipment?

Fire fighting equipment will all have different signs associated with it which can be easily identified by the corresponding signs – from fire extinguishers and fire blankets, to emergency exit signs and fire alarms.

How does a fire protection system work?

Fire protection systems typically comprise of multiple sprinkler heads which are plugged with liquid-filled bulbs to prevent water from escaping. In the event of a fire, these bulbs are heated and expand which causes them to burst and allow the water to release.

How many types of fire equipment are there?

There are lots of different types of fire equipment, but there are four main types which are commonly found – fire extinguishers, fire hoses, fire blankets and fire buckets.

How many types of fire fighting systems are there?

There are four different types of fire fighting sprinkler systems – pre-action systems, dry pipe systems, wet pipe systems, and deluge systems.

How many types of fire pumps are there?

There are five types of fire pumps used in fire protection systems – horizontal split case, vertical split case, vertical in-line, vertical turbine, and end suction.

Is it illegal to lock a fire door?

Locking a fire door would be a violation of the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 (RRO) which states that “In the event of danger, it must be possible for persons to evacuate the premises as quickly and safely as possible”.

What are fire pumps used for?

Fire pumps are part of a fire sprinkler system’s water supply, and are usually powered by electricity or diesel.

What are the different types of fire fighting equipment?

There are lots of different types of fire equipment, but there are four main types which are commonly found – fire extinguishers, fire hoses, fire blankets and fire buckets.

What are the five types of fire extinguishers?

The 5 main types of fire extinguisher are – water, powder, foam, CO2, and wet chemical.

What Colour are fire equipment signs?

Fire equipment signs are red.

What fire extinguisher is used for electrical fires?

Powder, foam or CO2 fire extinguishers should be used for tackling electrical fires.

What is a Class D fire extinguisher used for?

A Class D fire extinguisher is used exclusively on flammable metals.

What is an ABC fire extinguisher?

A powder fire extinguisher is also known as an ABC fire extinguisher as it can be used on Class A, B and C fire types.

What is firefighting equipment?

Fire fighting equipment is a range of items to be used in the event of a fire which aim to extinguish fires or protect the user from fire.

What Is in a Class C fire extinguisher?

Class C fire extinguishers are typically called powder fire extinguishers, and are filled with a powdered chemical compound which reacts to the heat of the fire and form a barrier between the fuel source and the oxygen.

What is the use of jockey pump in fire fighting system?

A jockey pump connects to a fire sprinkler system to ensure the system delivers a consistent level of pressure.

What kind of water do firefighters use?

Firefighters use mains water to fight fires.

What type of pipe is used for fire sprinklers?

The most common form of piping used for sprinkler systems is steel piping.

When should fire fighting equipment be used?

Fire fighting equipment like fire extinguishers and fire blankets should be used if a fire is still contained and you have the right type of extinguishers for that classification of fire.

How long will a fire extinguisher last while using it?

Standard fire extinguishers will have enough extinguishing agent to last around 10 seconds.

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