Monday, 21 May 2012

Extinguishing Media (SAND)

Some burning materials such as metals  ,which cannot be extinguished by the use of water,may be dealt with by means of dry earth , dry sand ,powdered graphite, powdered talc , soda ash or lime stone all of which act as a smothering agent.Dry sand may also be used  to prevent burning liquids. Such as paints & oils , from flowing down drains ,basements etc. 


*Sand should never be used for extinguishing fires in machinery  such as electronic motors.

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