Warehouses are large areas where goods are stored, processed and distributed, making them vital components of supply chains. Flammable materials commonly found in warehouses include liquids like paints, solvents and fuels, gases such as propane and acetylene, and combustible solids like wood, paper and textiles. These materials pose significant fire hazards due to their ability to ignite easily and sustain combustion.

• Class A: Fires involving solid materials such as wood, paper, textiles, and plastics.

• Class B: Fires involving flammable liquids like petrol, diesel, oils, and solvents.

• Class C: Fires involving gases like propane, butane, and natural gas.

• Class F: Fires involving cooking oils and fats typically found in kitchens and food processing areas.

It's crucial for warehouse operators to identify and properly store flammable materials according to their classifications to minimise fire risks and ensure compliance with safety regulations.

Many warehousing and logistics environments have regular commercial vehicles coming and going, which bring their own safety risks - see our Commercial Vehicle page for more specific information about the fire safety risks of commercial vehicles.

There are several unique risks associated with commercial vehicles that Fire Protection Shop can help you with. Whether you have your own fleet of commercial vehicles that you need to kit out with fire extinguishers and storage boxes, or hazardous substance carriers that regularly visit your environment, we can help.

We can also ensure your drivers are as safe and protected as possible with small extinguishers, first aid kits and the latest in fire-fighting technology.