Extinguishing Agent
FIRE FIGHTING EXTINGUISHING AGENT Water and High Fog The HI - FOG marine sprinkler system is an alternative to conventional sprinkler systems and is approved by all amjor marine authorities ang classification societies. The high fog sprinkler system protects the accomodation ang machinery spaces on board. The HI - FOG marine sprinkler system comprises a number of HI - FOG sprinkler connected by fresh water filled stainless steel small bore tubing to a pump unit via section valves. Water is the most common cooling agent. This is largely because water possesses very good heat absorbing qualities and is available in ample quantities at terminals and on ships. A water jet, although excellent for fighting fires involving combustible materials, should not be used on burning oil, or on burning cooking oil or fat in galleys, because of the danger of spreading the fire. Water spray and water fog may be used efectively against oil fires and for making a screen between the fire fighter and the fi