What type of fire extinguisher is recommended for horizontal mount in each construction shanty?

The recommended choice of an ABC extinguisher for horizontal mounting in each construction shanty is based on its versatility and effectiveness in suppressing different types of fires that may occur on a construction site. ABC extinguishers are multi-purpose and can be used on ordinary combustibles (class A), flammable liquids (class B), and electrical fires (class C).

Given the range of materials and potential hazards present at a construction site, having an extinguisher that can effectively handle various fire risks is essential. The ABC extinguisher's dry chemical agent can effectively interrupt the chemical reaction of combustion across these fire classes, making it a practical choice for safety.

Construction sites often have combustible materials, flammable liquids from fuel, paint, or other substances, and electrical equipment or wiring. This makes the ABC extinguisher the ideal choice for a horizontal mount in shanties, ensuring that workers have quick access to an effective firefighting tool in case of an emergency.

Other types of extinguishers, such as water, CO2, or foam extinguishers, may be less suitable due to their limitations with certain fire types present on construction sites. For instance, water extinguishers are ineffective on flammable liquid and electrical fires,