To limit the probability that portable extinguishers will not be appropriately selected for the type of fire hazard present, which could lead to ineffectiveness in carrying out fire suppression operations using the portable extinguishers, which could lead to the spread of fire beyond the point of origin, which could lead to harm to persons.
To limit the probability that portable extinguishers will not be readily accessible, which could lead to delays in carrying out fire suppression operations using the portable extinguishers, which could lead to the spread of fire beyond the point of origin, which could lead to harm to persons.