Home Fire Safety Essentials

Every household should have basic home fire safety equipment to help protect lives and property. Fire Station, Hong Kong fire extinguisher specialists, offers selected combinations of FSD-approved fire extinguishers, portable extinguishers and fire blankets suitable for homes. We provide recommendations for small and large flats, village houses and home offices, helping you prepare for home fire safety without having to research every product yourself. Our products are offered at special prices with basic delivery included across Hong Kong Island, Kowloon and the New Territories.

Contents

1. Home-based fire products.
2. Fire blankets: first line of fire protection in the kitchen
3. 2kg Dry powder fire extinguishers: home-capable fire extinguishers
4. Select Group by Home Type
5. Why does every family need fire equipment?
6. Advice on the placement of home-based fire-fighting equipment
7. Use of domestic fire extinguishers and blankets
8. After purchase: Self-check and replace
9. Attention to fire extinguishers for selected buyers
10. Purchase of home-based firefighting equipment and deliveries
11. Common problems FAQ

I. Home-based essential fire products

Based on the experience of serving family clients in Hong Kong over the years, we recommend the following two sets of fire-fighting equipment as basic configurations for each family.

Home selection 01

Fire blankets.

It's about 24 cm x 20 cm, hanging on a kitchen wall, handling small cooking oil boilers and burning clothes.

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Home selection 02

2kg dry powder extinguisher

An approximate 36cm, which applies to fire alarms such as paper, cloth, wood, solvent, fuel and power charge, and is the most frequently selected type of fire extinguisher for domestic use.

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II. Fire-fighting blankets: first line of fire protection in the kitchen

Fire blankets are a fire-fighting item that every family kitchen should have. Cooking is one of the most common home-based fire alarms in a cooking pan, and at this time water is absolutely not allowed, otherwise hot oil will splatter and the fire will expand. The right approach is to shut down the fire, then completely extinguish the fire with a fire blanket and seal off the air.

Characteristics of fire blankets

• Specialized for kitchen s: handling small cooking oil and cooking stoves.
• Operation simple: Pull out, spread, cover, no technology required.
• Size: approximately 24 cm x 20 cm, hanging on the kitchen wall.
• Easy: Lighter than a fire extinguisher, the elderly are easy to use.
• Many uses: Cooking oil boilers can also be used to wrap the clothes on fire.

Note: Fire blankets are only suitable for small initial fires. Fires are burned with a smoker or cupboard, and should be immediately evacuated and a 911 call should be made.

III. 2kg Dry powder extinguishers: home-capable fire extinguishers

A 2kg dry powder extinguisher is one Fire Extinguishers & Fire Safety Productsers models for domestic use. The Fire Services Department refers to a general home that is more suitable for dry powder extinguishers, as it applies to most fire alarms, including electric fires and burning of flammable liquids.

2kg dry powder extinguisher characteristics

• For a wide range of applications: for paper, fabric, wood, solvent, fuel and electrical ignition.
• Medium size: about 36 cm high, with no position at the gate or in the hallway.
• Fire Services Department accreditation: qualified fire extinguisher approved by Fire Services Department.
• Operation is simple: draw needles, aim, push buttons, sweep four steps.
• Packaged: Special offer, basic delivery.

Restrictions on dry powder extinguishers

• The duration of the injection is short. The Extermination Commission indicates that the active jet time of the 2 kg or less type is approximately 8 to 10 seconds, so it is important to aim at the bottom of the source of the fire.
• When used, the powder is kept low and clean; the powder may stimulate the eye and the respiratory tract and should be cleaned with masks and windows open for ventilation.
• It would be more appropriate to use a pot cover or a blanket to extinguish a large amount of oil.

IV. Selection of groups by household type

The size and spacing of the different units differs from the risk, and the following table provides a common home configuration reference:

1kg dry powder extinguisher

About 29 cm tall, light and light, suitable for a small unit, near a sleeping room or a car spare.

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2kg dry powder extinguisher

It's about 36 cm, standard choice for a normal home.

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2kg CO2 extinguisher

It's about 50 cm, free of residues and suitable for a computer-to-employer home office.

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The village house needs extra attention.

• Oil gas tanks are to be placed in a direct position, in a ventilated position, far from the heat source.
• Periodically check for aging or cracking of the air throat.
• Smells like you don't turn off any appliances, open doors and windows, close the airlock, and then ask for help when you leave.
• Fire extinguishers should be present on every floor of the multi-storey hut, and the stairs should be free of miscellaneous items.

Why does every household need fire-fighting equipment?

According to the work of the Fire Department in 2025, there were 2,000 fire alarms in disaster buildings in 2025 , mainly due to electrical failure (about 42%) and the same human factor (about 25% ), For example, the cigarette and candles are handled inadvertently. In addition, the number of accidents involving fires with external chargers (charging beverages) increased from 27 in 2023 to 59 in 2025.

In the early days of the fire, the few minutes before firefighters arrive are the most critical. The Fire Department has noted that effective control and even the suppression of fires at the early stages of the fire can significantly reduce loss of life and property.

Common home fire risk

Detailed prevention methods for each cause can be seen Common Causes of Home Fires & Prevention.

VI. Recommendations for the placement of home-based firefighting equipment

Places are as important as the selection model.

• Fire extinguish ers: placed near the gate or in the corridor as an eye, i.e. on the escape route, hand-held.
• Fire blanket s: hang on the wall near the kitchen entrance, reach out, but stay away from the stove, so as not to overtake the fire first.
• Fire extinguishers should not be placed in positions of high temperature, damp or sunlight, such as by the furnace or on the balcony.
• Don't bury it in the bottom or behind the groceries.
• Make sure everyone in the house knows how to use fire extinguishers and blankets.
• Families with children, fire extinguishers can hang walls and avoid being used as toys.

VII. Home-based fire extinguishers and fire blankets

Fire extinguishers, four paces: pull, aim, push, sweep

1. Draw needle: Pull out the security locket.
2. Aim: Keep safe distance, nozzle aim at the bottom of the source of fire, not the top of the flame.
3. Press: press the operating pole hard and spray the fire extinguisher.
4. Sc anning: right and right, horizontally sweep the bottom of the fire until the fire goes out.

When it 's used, you have to turn back to the exit, and if you can't control it, then you have to turn back. You need to look back at the source and see if there's a recurrence.

Fire blanket three paces.

1. Turn off the fire: Put out the fire when it's safe.
2. Pull out: hands to hold the blankets, pull out and spread the tatters, and wrap their hands around them to protect themselves.
3. Coverage: The blankets will be completely covered from near to far enough, and will remain covered until cooled, and do not immediately open or move the cooking pan.

When Should You Stop Trying and Leave Immediately?

The fire has spread, the smoke is thick, there is no idea what to burn or there is no safe way back, so don't save it. Call the housekeepers to leave, close the gate, escape with stairs (no lifts ), and call 999 when they are safe . Detailed judgements can be made Small-Fire Response: Extinguish or Evacuate?, and textual teachings can be seen How to Use a Fire Extinguisher: PASS & Common Mistakes.

VIII. After purchase: self-check and replace

Following the amendment of the Fire Protection (Equipping and Equipment) Regulations, 2024, the household voluntarily installed portable fire suppression equipment for residential use. Exemptions are subject to the same legal duty to operate effectively at all times and to be inspected by a registered contractor every 12 months. In other words, domestic fire extinguishers do not allow for compulsory annual examinations, but for real use, it is recommended to look at them every month:

• The pressure gauge is in the green range.
• Security plugs are complete with seals.
• There is no rust, dent or leak powder in the barrel.
• No cracks or plugs in the nozzles.
• The fire blankets were still in place and the zipper was not cut.

Used fire extinguishers may not be returned to their original location, even if only sprayed. Expired or damaged fire extinguishers can be disposed of using Fire Station Fire Extinguisher Recycling Serviceto recycle old cartridges when they are delivered. Fire Extinguisher Inspection & Replacementand Fire Extinguisher Recycling & Disposal.

IX. Attention to fire extinguishers for selected purchasers

• Buying only the products approved by the Fire Service: All hand-held fire extinguishers and blankets must be approved by the Fire Commissioner and may be supplied or sold in Hong Kong.
• Selection type: Homes are dominated by dry powder extinguishers; computers can add carbon dioxide extinguishers; and kitchens must have fire extinguishers blankets.
• Select the weight of the weight: The decryption committee recommends choosing 2 kg or less, which is too heavy to lift.
• See the date of production: Select a product with a date close to the date.
• Look at the label: The label should clearly indicate the type of fire alarm applied and the method used.
• Select a supplier with a physical store: you can always look for a return after inspection, replacement and recycling.

More selection points can be found How to Choose a Fire Extinguisher in Hong KongKong A Complete Guide to Fire Extinguishers in Hong Kong.

X. Purchase of home-based firefighting equipment and deliveries

Fire Station is a specialized fire extinguisher shop, a specialized Fire Services Department store and a fire-fighting equipment supplier. The fire department has approved a suitable fire extinguish er.

How?

1. Select a combination: refer to the above home-type table or ask us directly.
2. Query quotations：WhatsApp 96309976Or call.3464 3987, which is the same number of products as the delivery address.
3. Confirmation order: confirmation of price and delivery date.
4. Delivery to door: basic delivery packaged.

You can also go to the gate and see in person:G/F, Karrie Industrial Centre, Pak Tin Par Street, Tsuen WanIf you want to see more models like 5 kg dry powder, 5 kg carbon dioxide, 9L water agent and 9L bubble fire extinguisher, you can go.Fire Extinguishers & Fire Safety Products。

It's more than home.

• Businesses, offices, restaurants: Fire Extinguisher Planning for Shops & Officess. Commercial premises can arrange for the installation of the same FS251 certificate.
• Short-term activities or renovations: Fire Extinguisher Rental in Hong Kong.
• Building common area: Emergency Lighting & Exit Signs.
• Example of an enterprise customer: Customer Fire Safety Case Studiescan be seen.

Common issues FAQ

What kind of domestic fire extinguishers should be chosen?

The Fire Services Department means that the general household is more suitable for the use of dry powder fire extinguishers, as it applies to most fire alarms, including electric fires and burning of flammable liquids.

How many fire extinguishers do the house need?

It is recommended that at least one 2kg dry powder extinguisher should be placed in the gate or corridor and that a blanket for fire suppression should be attached near the kitchen entrance.

Does it have to be a fire extinguisher?

There are no mandatory requirements in general residential units, but the Fire Services Department encourages citizens to voluntarily install fire extinguishers at home with hand-held firefighting equipment, such as fire blankets, to improve fire safety at home.

Do domestic fire extinguishers have to be tested every year?

However, it is still recommended that the pressure sheets be checked regularly and that the co-corresponding body condition be removed from the legal duty to operate effectively at all times and every 12 months.

How is it determined that fire extinguishers are approved by the Fire Services Department?

All hand-held fire extinguishers and blankets must be approved by the Fire Commissioner, who can supply or sell them in Hong Kong.

Can you fire a fire extinguisher for cooking oil?

Home cooking boilers are the best place to be completely covered with pans or blankets after the fire has been shut down, to keep the air isolated and covered until it cools, and not to pour water. The fire should be immediately evacuated and a 999 call should have been made when the smoker or cupboard had been burned.

Where should the fire blanket be hanging?

It should be hanged near the kitchen entrance and reachable walls, not above the head of the stove, or the fire should reach through the source of the fire.

Home selection package delivery?

Fire Station offers all products on special offer, has been packaged for basic delivery, and is available in the Hong Kong New Territories. 3464 3987 Or whatsApp? 96309976 Query and order.

A suitable, qualified fire extinguish er with a blanket may not guarantee no accident at all, but in the event of an accident, you can get a few more minutes with your family. Prepare for the house today, have any questions, welcome Contact Fire Station.