Fire extinguishers must be serviced annually, in accordance with BS5306. Our certified engineers work to an automatic servicing schedule and follow the below procedures when carrying out a basic service on a fire extinguisher.

• Safety pin present and securely fitted.
• Examination of extinguisher body for damage or corrosion.
• Examination of base for damage or corrosion.
• On powder extinguishers listen to movement of powder by inverting.
• Examination of operating instructions for legibility.
• Weigh extinguisher and compare from last service.
• External examination of head cap.
• Pump gauge pressure test and calibration, affix year gauge dot.
• Remove safety pin and check under the operating lever for damage.
• Replace safety pin and affix anti tamper seal.
• Remove the discharge hose/ horn or nozzle and check the ferrules/ nozzle/ connector and external condition, replace discharge pressure seal and check threads and bore of valve.
• Check the discharge path is clear through the hose and wind back onto extinguisher head.
• Wipe down extinguisher with cloth.
• Record details on the service label, date, weight, condition and engineers identification.
• Check condition of mounting bracket/ stand at the fire point.
• Return the extinguisher to fire point.
• All fire extinguishers are adequately identified with signage.

To arrange an annual fire extinguisher service please contact our service team via the contact details below.

See also:

• fire alarm servicing
• fire door inspection service
• air cushion system servicing