Do you know which fire extinguisher types you need to be using in a particular fire situation. There just might be a situation where it just might be important for you to know the type of extinguisher you can use. Let take a quick look at just what you need to know in regards to using a water type fire extinguisher or APW which stands for air-pressurized water. The water type fire extinguisher should be used with paper, wood, or cloth fires. Water is best suited for this type of fire. Do not use a water type extinguisher for flammable liquid fires as the water will only spread the fire and create more of a hazard.

Another important thing to know about APW extinguishers is that you should not use them for electrical fires. Water is a very good conductor of electricity and using a water extinguisher to put out an electrical fire can lead to a serious shock or deadly electrocution.

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