slukkere

Slukkere is the Norwegian term for devices that extinguish fires, most commonly referring to portable fire extinguishers and integrated firefighting systems. The root verb slukke means to extinguish or put out a fire; the suffix -ere marks the agent or instrument performing the action. In safety practice, slukkere are categorized by the type of fire they are designed to combat (for example A for ordinary combustibles, B for flammable liquids, C for electrical fires) and by their form factor (handheld extinguishers, wheeled extinguishers, or fixed systems).

Common types include water-based extinguishers for solid combustibles, foam and dry chemical powders for mixed hazards, CO2 extinguishers for electrical fires, and wet chemical extinguishers for certain cooking fires. Fixed systems may include water sprinkler networks, foam or mist systems, and integrated detection and control components. The selection and placement of slukkere depend on risk assessment, accessibility, and the potential fire loads in a building or area.

Maintenance is regulated by national standards in many countries. Slukkere require regular inspections, typically a monthly visual check, with professional service at least annually, and hydrostatic testing of certain cylinders every several years. Training emphasizes proper operation and safety, including the P-A-S-S technique (Pull pin, Aim, Squeeze, Sweep) and awareness of escape routes. Replacement and recertification are needed when devices are damaged, past their expiry, or after a discharge.