Section 7.8.4.1.3 Location of portable fire extinguishers including suitability and capacity
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Section 7.8.4.1.3 Location of portable fire extinguishers including suitability and capacity

 Fire extinguishers in special category spaces should be suitable for A and B class fires. The extinguishers should have a capacity of 12 kg dry powder or equivalent.

Parent topic: Annex 1 - Interpretations of Provisions of the 2000 HSC Code
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