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Fire on board is an incident that can endanger the boat and its passengers. In this short video, Yachting Monthly shows us the practical use of fire extinguishers on board a boat.
A reminder: in the event of a fire on board, do not use a fire extinguisher on a frying pan. The only solution is a blanket, fireproof if possible, or any heavy, non-synthetic garment to smother the flames.
Fire extinguishers are divided into 3 categories:
Class A Materials that burn, such as wood, fabrics, paper, rubber and plastic.
Class B Liquids that burn, such as gasoline, kerosene and grease.
Class C Electrical equipment
Gas extinguishers should be placed in the engine hold, as gunpowder can cause considerable damage to the engine. On motorboats, a small outbreak of fire, which is quickly corrected by sprinklers, can considerably increase the workload.
