Specifies criteria for the selection of extinguishers based on classification and rating, including requirements for location and distribution of extinguishants based on classification and rating, and the potential hazard classification. This Standard also includes a Section on the selection and location of fire blankets manufactured to the requirements of AS 3504. A selection chart for fire extinguishers and a guide to the selection of an extinguishant are included in the Appendices.

First published in part as AS 2444-1981. Second edition 1982. Third edition 1985. MP 26 first published 1972. Second edition 1977 (withdrawn October 1981). Third edition 1982. AS 2444-1985 and MP 26-1982 revised, amalgamated and redesignated AS 2444-1990. Fourth edition 1995.