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Compliance Fire Ltd | Fire Extinguisher Annual Servicing | Fire Extinguisher Refill Test Discharge | Fire Risk Assessments | Fire Signage | Emergency Lighting | Fire Alarms | Fire Safety Training

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Compliance Fire Ltd | Fire Extinguisher Annual Servicing | Fire Extinguisher Refill Test Discharge | Fire Risk Assessments | Fire Signage | Emergency Lighting | Fire Alarms | Fire Safety Training

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Compliance Fire Ltd | Fire Extinguisher Annual Servicing | Fire Extinguisher Refill Test Discharge | Fire Risk Assessments | Fire Signage | Emergency Lighting | Fire Alarms | Fire Safety Training

Fire Extinguisher Annual Servicing

Understanding Fire Safety Regulations

What are the legal obligations of the responsible person/s regarding fire extinguishers?

It is a legal requirement to have fire extinguishers inspected annually, and the responsible person may be liable for prosecution of being uninsured for fire loss in the event of fire.

The Regulatory Reform Order (RRO) (Fire Safety) 2005 covers fire safety legislation for non-domestic premises in England and Wales. This order states that appropriate fire-fighting equipment, including portable fire extinguishers, must be provided where there may be a fire risk.

In such establishments, the Regulatory Reform Order states that a Responsible Person/s (RP) is designated, usually a business owner or manager. The RP is responsible for fire safety risk assessments and implementing and maintaining fire management plans.

What are the legal obligations of theRP regarding fire extinguisher servicing?

The RP must ensure that fire extinguishers are maintained, serviced and in good working order. They must carry out monthly visual checks and arrange for a competent person to undertake annual fire extinguisher servicing.

Annual Fire Extinguisher Servicing

In 2022 it was recorded that 93% of fires were successfully extinguished using portable firefighting equipment, so ensuring your extinguishers are fully functioning is vital. Our BAFE-trained engineers have years of industry expertise, so we can offer the highest levels of fire extinguisher servicing. We ensure that you are fully compliant with industry standards and that your establishment is safe. We can complete annual fire extinguisher servicing for a range of extinguishers including CO2, foam, wet chemical, powder, lithium extinguishers, water extinguishers, water with additive extinguishers and water mist extinguishers. The type of fire extinguisher service you need will depend on the extinguisher.

Basic Fire Extinguisher Servicing

Basic fire extinguisher servicing includes checking it is in date, hasn’t been tampered with, is in good working order, with correct weight and pressure and has the correct signage and positioning. We can provide advice on refilling/replacement, and if you need any extra extinguishers. We also record fire extinguisher servicing on the service label on the side. It is a legal requirement to keep a permanent record of all fire extinguishers servicing.

Extended Fire Extinguisher Servicing

UK fire extinguisher regulations recommend that extinguishers should be replaced or given an extended service/overhaul every 5 years.CO2 extinguishers should be replaced every 10 years unless they are damaged or have been discharged. Our annual fire extinguisher servicing is suitable for local authorities, construction companies, educational facilities, housing associations, regional private sector companies as well as small and medium independent traders and landlords.

Get in touch with us to arrange your FREE consultation for fire extinguisher servicing.

Compliance Fire Ltd | Fire Extinguisher Annual Servicing | Fire Extinguisher Refill Test Discharge | Fire Risk Assessments | Fire Signage | Emergency Lighting | Fire Alarms | Fire Safety Training

Why is fire extinguisher servicing important?

  • Compliance
    Fire extinguisher servicing is essential for regulation compliance. Our BAFE-qualified engineers complete fire extinguisher servicing to ensure they are compliant with the British Standard Requirements, for your complete assurance.
  • Safety
    With nearly 20,000 commercial fires in the UK each year, fire extinguisher servicing is essential. Fire extinguisher servicing protects your premises and personnel by ensuring your extinguishers are in good working order.
  • Function
    Annual fire extinguisher servicing ensures that your extinguishers will function fully in the event of a fire. Our fire extinguisher servicing ensures that all extinguishers including Co2, foam, wet chemical and powder are functioning as they should.

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Fire Extinguisher Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to service a fire extinguisher?

The length of time fire extinguisher servicing takes will depend on factors such as the type and size of the extinguisher.

How much does fire extinguisher servicing cost?

The cost of fire extinguisher servicing will vary depending on your requirements. Get in touch with us for a FREE no-obligation consultation.

How many fire extinguishers do I need?

Regulations state that a minimum of two Class A fire extinguishers on every floor of a building are needed unless the premises are very small. All premises with electrical equipment must have at least 2kg CO2 extinguishers, 5kg if there is 415-Volt-rated equipment.

Which type of fire extinguisher do I need?

Three- or six-litre foam, or nine-litre water, are the most frequently found types, although others are likely to be needed as well, most commonly CO2 extinguishers for electrical fires.

Where should I put a fire extinguisher?

Fire extinguishers must be accessible and visible. Water-based and CO2 fire extinguishers should be located by exits and fire alarm call points to encourage people to move away from the fire. Speak to us today for more information about where your fire extinguishers should be located.

Why choose Compliance Fire Ltd?

On-Site Services

We offer on-site servicing. This means that we can get customers compliant on the day rather than organising multiple visits which helps reduce time and costs all around.

FREE Consultations

We offer FREE no-obligation consultations for fire extinguisher servicing and all our other related services. You can rest assured that there will be no hidden costs or surprises when you come to us.

100% Compliance

Once we have completed our work, we will ensure that your fire extinguishers are 100% compliant with British Standards. We will provide you with a certificate to demonstrate your compliance.

Be safe, be sure, and be compliant with fire extinguisher servicing. Get in touch with us today to book your FREE no-obligation consultation.