Helium is closely associated with balloons, and although it’s probably one of the most common uses for this compressed gas, it’s not the only use. There have been claims that helium balloons can catch on fire, which may make you think twice before having balloons at your next party. But is this true? Are helium … Read more
If a fire breaks out, it’s probably your natural reaction to reach for the nearest water source and toss it over the fire. While this often goes smoothly in the movies, it’s not as straightforward in reality. This is because there are different types of fire, divided into classes (A, B, C, D and K), … Read more
There are few things worse than turning up to help out at an emergency situation in the dead of night and not being able to see clearly. But there is one thing that’s definitely much worse – turning up at an emergency situation only to have your torch cause a spark or ignition of any … Read more
Is Brake Fluid Flammable? We discuss what brake fluid is and what the safety precautions are to prevent any catastrophic fires from occurring. Although it is not a volatile liquid, brake fluid is inflammable. All modern brake fluids are based on polyalkylene glycols and experiments have found that polyalkylene glycols spontaneously ignite on surfaces that … Read more
Freon is a brand name for refrigerant gases or liquids manufacturers by The Chemours Company. Found in refrigerators, freezers, and air conditioning units, Freon is a chlorofluorocarbon (or CFC) that is gradually being phased out due to its harmful impact on the ozone layer. But while Freon chemicals are stable and non-toxic they can become … Read more
Sulfur is one of the most prominent elements in the universe and is best known by many people for its distinctive rotten eggs smell. This stench occurs in many of sulfur’s compounds, even those found in actual rotting eggs! But, should we be concerned when the smell of sulfur hits our nostrils? Is it a … Read more
A firefighter is a sworn-in position that requires strict employment standards in order to maintain public trust. But what does that mean if you have a criminal record? Or if you committed a crime when you were young and the record is expunged? If this applies to you, you may feel as though your dreams … Read more
LED lights have many benefits compared to traditional bulbs. A LED bulb uses up to 90% less energy and can last between 25 and 40 years. Despite these advantages, there is doubt over whether LED bulbs are a fire hazard or not. If you’re thinking about introducing LED lights into your home, you may be … Read more
There’s no denying that fire extinguishers have many benefits. In the event of a fire, this piece of equipment can help to save lives, however, depending on the type that you use, the residue left behind can be very messy. In some cases, it can have more consequences and create more damage than the fire … Read more
A fire extinguisher plays an important role in the event of a fire. Using the incorrect type of extinguisher can worsen the fire. Identifying the right extinguisher can seem like a daunting task, but thankfully, there are two pieces of information that can be used to distinguish the different types/ classes. These are numbers and … Read more