How many fire extinguishers do I need for my business?
The California State Fire Marshal and most local fire marshals have adopted standardized codes to define the MINIMUM requirements.
|
|
Light (Low) Hazard |
Ordinary (Moderate) Hazard |
Extra (High) Hazard |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minimum rated single extinguisher |
2-A |
2-A |
4-A* |
| Maximum floor area per unit of A |
3,000 sq ft |
1,500 sq ft |
1,000 sq ft |
| Maximum floor area for extinguisher |
11,250 sq ft |
11,250 sq ft |
11,250 sq ft |
| Maximum travel distance to extinguisher |
75 ft |
75 ft |
75 ft |
In summary, to be considered acceptable in MOST locales, a minimum 2:A-10:BC 5 Lb Multipurpose Dry Chemical fire extinguisher is required. Some locales require the minimum rating to be 3:A-40:BC. Check with your local fire marshal to determine the requirements for your location.
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