Powder Fire Extinguisher Sign – FS0067

Powder Fire Extinguisher Sign – FS0067

This powder fire extinguisher sign shows the standard extinguisher pictogram above a blue “Dry Powder” label and a use-on chart, confirming that the extinguisher below it is charged with dry powder. The chart on this powder fire extinguisher sign lists all four fire classes the agent is rated for, wood, paper, and textiles (Class A), flammable liquids (Class B), gaseous fires (Class C), and live electrical equipment, making it a broad, all-purpose extinguisher rating.

Where this powder fire extinguisher sign is used

Because this all-purpose dry powder rating covers electrical equipment as well as ordinary combustibles, flammable liquids, and gaseous fires, it is a common general-purpose choice for spaces with mixed fire risks. It differs from the narrower BC powder fire extinguisher identification sign, which is rated for flammable liquids and gaseous fires only and does not cover Class A combustibles or electrical equipment, so crew should always check the use-on chart to confirm which powder type they have picked up.

This sign is fixed directly to or beside the extinguisher it identifies, typically in workshops, engine rooms, electrical switchrooms, and other general-purpose areas where more than one fire class may be present. Dry powder’s broad rating makes it a versatile choice, though it leaves a residue that can require cleanup after use.

On vessels carrying multiple extinguisher agent types across different spaces, this powder fire extinguisher sign lets crew confirm at a glance that they have picked up the correct extinguisher for the fire in front of them, rather than relying on memory or the extinguisher’s colour alone. This matters most in the first seconds of a fire, when using the wrong agent wastes time and can make the situation worse.

This sign is checked during SOLAS fire safety surveys, where the surveyor confirms that extinguishers are correctly identified and that their agent type matches what is recorded on the vessel’s fire control plan and equipment register. Correct identification signage is a standard item reviewed during these inspections, since crew safety in an emergency depends on picking up the right extinguisher without hesitation.

New crew joining a vessel should be shown the difference between extinguisher agent types during familiarisation, since selecting the wrong extinguisher under pressure is a genuine and avoidable risk. This sign is commonly found alongside other extinguisher identification signage such as the water fire extinguisher sign, the foam fire extinguisher sign, and the BCF fire extinguisher identification sign, so a vessel’s full range of extinguisher types is clearly and consistently distinguished.

Extinguishers and their identification signage are reviewed during routine equipment audits, and this sign should be checked at the same time to confirm it remains legible and correctly matched to the extinguisher it is fixed to. An extinguisher swapped during a refill or service and left with the wrong identification sign is a genuine hazard, since crew trust this sign to tell them what is inside.

Because picking up the wrong extinguisher can make a fire worse rather than better, keeping this sign accurate and legible is as important as keeping the extinguisher itself charged and in date.

Technical specifications:
SKU: FS0067
Compliant: IMO Resolution A.1116(30)

• Fire-retardant marine-grade material
• Available in non-glow vinyl, general purpose glow, or DNV Wheelmark certified Class C / Class D photoluminescent film
• Waterproof and saltwater resistant
• Glossy wipe-clean finish
• Peel-and-stick installation, no tools or drilling

Supplied ready to apply directly to or beside the powder fire extinguisher. Available in the standard size shown above.

This sign is produced to IMO fire control symbol specifications for consistent recognition across international fleets. Need a different size or a custom layout? Contact us for a quote.