For safety, how should portable extinguishers be installed in relation to the hazard?

Portable extinguishers should be installed in a location away from the hazard to ensure that they are effective during an emergency. This placement helps to provide a safe distance from potential flames or toxic smoke, allowing individuals to use the extinguisher without putting themselves at risk of injury.

Positioning extinguishers too close to the hazard could expose users to danger if they attempt to access them while the fire is active or if the area is compromised. An effective fire safety strategy includes having extinguishers readily accessible while ensuring that their location does not increase the chance of harm to those who may need to use them in an emergency situation.

Moreover, having extinguishers in a safe distance yet still within reach avoids creating obstacles for evacuation routes and ensures that the extinguishers are available for use without being immediately endangered by the fire.