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Electrical fires are fires that involve electrical equipment, and they require the correct fire extinguishers to be put out safely.
Although many people refer to electrical fires as Class E, the class doesn't technically exist due to electricity not being a source of fuel.
A key safety rule to remember is to never use an extinguisher containing an agent that can conduct electricity on live electrical equipment, such as a standard water extinguisher. This can cause electrocution and serious harm to the person handling the extinguisher.
Recommended extinguishers for electrical fires are as follows:
An electrical fire extinguisher is used for fires caused by electrical equipment. It’s designed to put out fires without conducting electricity. These extinguishers are safe for use on live electrical fires.
These include fires from faulty wiring, overloaded circuits, or electrical appliances like toasters and microwaves. They can also be used for fires in electrical panels or fuse boxes.
If you don't have an extinguisher to hand then using a heavy blanket will smother the fire and deprive the flame of oxygen. It is important to note that the whole blanket needs to cover the fire otherwise oxygen will keep the fire alight.
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