Jargon Buster
Welcome to our UltraFire Jargon Buster, a simple, no-nonsense guide to help you understand the terms and phrases you might come across when learning when researching fire safety products. Whether you’re a workplace safety officer, trade professional or home owner, seeking to make an informed purchase, this glossary is here to take the confusion out of technical talk.
What is a Fire Extinguisher Rating?
A fire extinguisher rating is an indication of the size and type of fire an extinguisher is capable of dealing with, for example a 13A rated extinguisher can extinguish 1.3 metres of class A fire.
What are a Fire Risk Assessment?
A fire risk assessment should be carried out by a responsible person within an organisation and is designed to identify and reduce potential fire risks as well as ensure the fire safety of a premises and its occupants.
What is a Fixed Temperature Heat Detector?
Fixed temperature heat detectors have a single thermistor which will activate when the element reaches a set operating temperature.