Fire Extinguisher Servicing Cheshire

In the United Kingdom, it is a Legal Requirement under The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 that all ‘portable handheld fire extinguishers’, categorised as Life Safety Critical Equipment, are annually serviced to British Standards BS5036 Part 3, or more frequently where required I.e. high risk premises, environmentally or chemically exposed Etc., by a qualified and insured fire extinguisher engineer to ensure all fire extinguishers are in optimal working order. To ensure full due diligence, by the Responsible Person, it is recommended that organisations approved by BAFE – British Approvals of Fire Equipment and Third Party Accredited are used. Annual fire extinguisher servicing should include a thorough inspection, testing of the gauge, operating mechanism, retagging and assessing the fire extinguisher ID sign and wall bracket, or stand, along with any necessary maintenance, or ‘extended-service/service-exchange’. Additionally, it is a requirement for the Responsible Person to conduct Monthly Visual Inspections of all their fire extinguishers, and fire safety equipment, to check for any signs of damage, or tampering, between servicing intervals Etc.; a record of these checks should then be held within a Fire Logbook. Compliance with the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 mandates that the Responsible Person must maintain all their fire safety equipment, including fire extinguishers, which underscores the importance of regular competent fire extinguisher servicing, ultimately to protect lives and property effectively.

Fire extinguisher servicing includes a comprehensive inspection and maintenance process ensuring optimal working condition at all times. This involves checking the overall physical condition of the extinguisher for any signs of damage, corrosion, or leaks, as well as verifying that the pressure gauge is in full working order and within the acceptable range known as the ‘Green Zone’. Our fire extinguisher engineer will also thoroughly inspect the discharge horn, or hose, for blockages or wear and tear, replace various critical rubber seals, weigh the extinguisher, and perform a functional test where applicable, and check that all certification labels and operating instructions, including pictograms, are clear and legible. Additionally, the service may include extended-servicing/service-exchanging of the fire extinguisher if it has been used, or has arrived at its 5 or 10-yearly major service interval, or if it is found to be low on pressure Etc.

Servicing of portable handheld fire extinguishers, compliant to British Standards BS5306 Part 3 by an Insured Competent Fire Extinguisher Engineer, typically takes up to 15-minutes depending on the type, location, and condition of the fire extinguishers. The actual process involves a thorough inspection, checking for any physical damage, ensuring that the pressure gauge is in the correct range, and verifying that all critical components are functioning properly and ultimately ready for use. Regular annual fire extinguisher servicing is critical for compliance under The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, your Fire Risk Assessment, and Insurers Requirements, and to ensure your fire extinguishers are ready for use in case of a fire emergency.

Due to the bespoke tailored approach, prices will vary. The cost of servicing fire extinguishers in Cheshire is based on several factors, including the type, condition and number of extinguishers on site. For a precise quote, get in touch with the team today and we’ll tailor our services to your specific requirements.