Fire extinguisher question... what does the "A" stand for for the type of fire?


Question:I know that "B" is flammable liquid and "C" is electrical equipment. thanks.

Answers:
a is for ash, b is for boil ie liquid, and im not sure of c


It is for solid flammables such as wood and paper.
A puts out fires of ordinary combustibles, such as wood and paper.
solid flammables
Wood, paper etc. stuff you could normally put out with water.
Fires having glowing embers: wood, paper, trash.
Solid combustibles, like wood and paper.

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