Wet Chemical Extinguisher ID Sign | Photoluminescent
Summary
Wet chemical fire extinguishers are specifically designed for Class F fires involving cooking oils and fats, making them a common requirement in commercial kitchen environments. Clearly identifying these extinguishers with the correct ID sign is an important part of fire safety management, ensuring that building occupants can quickly locate the right extinguisher and understand where it can and cannot be used in the event of a fire.
These wet chemical extinguisher ID signs from CheckFire are made from photoluminescent plastic that absorbs ambient light and glows in the dark, maintaining visibility even when lighting fails or smoke reduces visibility. The range covers four variants to suit different installation requirements: rigid portrait (75mm x 200mm), rigid landscape (150mm x 100mm), self-adhesive portrait (75mm x 200mm), and self-adhesive landscape (150mm x 100mm). The rigid versions are designed for bracketing or placing alongside the extinguisher, while the self-adhesive versions can be fixed directly to a wall or surface.
These signs fulfil the requirements set out in the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 by providing the fire extinguisher symbol alongside instructions on the classes of fire the extinguisher can and cannot be used on. They should be positioned in close proximity to the wet chemical extinguisher they identify, at a height that is clearly visible to anyone in the area.
Features
- Specifically identifies wet chemical fire extinguishers for use on Class F fires (cooking oils and fats)
- Photoluminescent plastic construction — absorbs light and glows in the dark for continued visibility during power failure or low-light conditions
- Clearly displays what classes of fire the extinguisher can and cannot be used on
- Fulfils requirements of the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005
- Available in rigid photoluminescent portrait format — 75mm x 200mm (product code: 105P)
- Available in rigid photoluminescent landscape format — 150mm x 100mm (product code: 115P)
- Available in self-adhesive photoluminescent portrait format — 75mm x 200mm (product code: 105SAPL)
- Available in self-adhesive photoluminescent landscape format — 150mm x 100mm (product code: 115SAPL)
- Self-adhesive variants fix directly to a wall or surface without the need for additional fixings
- Rigid variants suitable for use alongside bracketed or floor-standing extinguishers
FAQs
Where should wet chemical extinguisher ID signs be positioned?
ID signs should be placed in close proximity to the wet chemical extinguisher they identify, at a height that is clearly visible to anyone in the area. In commercial kitchens and catering environments, this is typically directly above or alongside the extinguisher, ensuring it can be located quickly in an emergency.
What type of fires is a wet chemical extinguisher used for?
Wet chemical extinguishers are specifically designed for Class F fires, which involve cooking oils and fats. They are the recommended extinguisher type for commercial kitchens, catering facilities, and anywhere deep fat fryers or large quantities of cooking oil are used. They should not be used on other fire classes unless the extinguisher label confirms suitability.
What is the difference between the rigid and self-adhesive variants?
The rigid photoluminescent versions (product codes 105P and 115P) are freestanding or bracket-mounted plastic signs designed to be placed or hung alongside the extinguisher. The self-adhesive photoluminescent versions (product codes 105SAPL and 115SAPL) have an adhesive backing and can be fixed directly to a wall or other flat surface without additional fixings, making them a neater solution for permanent installations.
What is the difference between the portrait and landscape orientations?
The portrait versions (75mm x 200mm) are taller than they are wide, which can suit narrower wall spaces or extinguisher positions where vertical space is available. The landscape versions (150mm x 100mm) are wider than they are tall, which may be better suited to installations where horizontal space is more available. Both orientations carry the same information and are available in both rigid and self-adhesive formats.
Do these signs comply with fire safety legislation?
Yes. These signs fulfil the requirements set out in the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 by displaying the fire extinguisher symbol and clearly indicating the classes of fire the extinguisher can and cannot be used on, positioned next to the relevant extinguisher.
Why do these signs glow in the dark?
The photoluminescent material absorbs ambient light during normal conditions and re-emits it as a visible glow when the surrounding light level drops. This means the signs remain visible in the event of a power failure, helping building occupants locate the correct extinguisher even in low-light or smoky conditions.
Specifications
- Extinguisher Type Identified: Wet chemical
- Fire Class: Class F (cooking oils and fats)
- Material: Photoluminescent plastic
- Photoluminescent: Yes — glows in the dark
- Rigid Portrait Product Code: 105P
- Rigid Portrait Size: 75mm x 200mm
- Rigid Landscape Product Code: 115P
- Rigid Landscape Size: 150mm x 100mm
- Self-Adhesive Portrait Product Code: 105SAPL
- Self-Adhesive Portrait Size: 75mm x 200mm
- Self-Adhesive Landscape Product Code: 115SAPL
- Self-Adhesive Landscape Size: 150mm x 100mm
- Mounting Options: Rigid (bracket or freestanding) or self-adhesive
- Legislation Compliance: Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005
Additional information
| Weight | 1 kg |
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