ABC Dry Powder extinguisher that can be used on different types of fire. This type of extinguisher is described as multipurpose for this reason. This type of extinguisher extinguishes the fire by covering the affected area with a dry powder and acts in a similar way to a fire blanket or sand. The fire is extinguished, due to the lack of oxygen. This method also has the ability to keep a fire from restarting. However, you have to be careful where you use this type of extinguisher, remember a powerful jet of powder will be expelled from the unit, therefore, if used in a small area or an escape route, it could impair visibility and affect the eyes. 

ABC Dry Powder extinguisher that can be used on different types of fire. This type of extinguisher is described as multipurpose for this reason. This type of extinguisher extinguishes the fire by covering the affected area with a dry powder and acts in a similar way to a fire blanket or sand. The fire is extinguished, due to the lack of oxygen. This method also has the ability to keep a fire from restarting. However, you have to be careful where you use this type of extinguisher, remember a powerful jet of powder will be expelled from the unit, therefore, if used in a small area or an escape route, it could impair visibility and affect the eyes.