Fire presents a considerable threat to businesses. It can seriously hurt customers or employees and can damage or destroy stock, equipment, and buildings. Ensuring fire extinguisher testing is carried out and ensuring it can be operated properly is a crucial component of maintaining retail businesses safe from fire.
Fire extinguisher service carried through on a frequent basis ensures that in an urgent situation it is going to be in the very best condition to combat a fire. That is why a range of Australian Standards govern the appropriate placement, installation, maintenance, repair and operation of fire extinguishers.
Australian Standard AS 1851 2012 guidelines
The maintenance method for fire extinguisher inspection and testing is set in AS 1851
To be able to comply with Australian Workplace Safety Standards, as well as building fire safety compliance it's necessary for fire extinguishers being frequently inspected, tested, and serviced by an accredited professional.
The maintenance procedure for regular fire extinguisher inspection and testing is specified in the Australian Standard AS 1851 Maintenance of Fire Protection Systems and Equipment.
The Australian Standard AS 1851 2012 guidelines states that:
- Upon installation, a six-monthly service shall be carried out.
- Generally, there may be other fire extinguisher service requirements yearly and five-yearly service like extinguishing agent replacement, leak detection and actuating the device.
- The starting date for five-yearly service shall be either the date of manufacture of the fire extinguisher or the date of the last pressure test, whichever is later.
- The fire extinguishers' testing time periods should be recorded on a label or maybe a metal tag connected to the equipment.
- No other work is needed, provided that the visual inspection of the fire extinguisher suggests that it is in a serviceable condition unless the gauge indicates the unit is under pressure or the weight is too low. Any additional fire extinguisher maintenance needed should be approved by the customer prior to being performed.
Australian Workplace Safety Standards
Completing a fire extinguisher service at regular intervals can help the retail business save lives
Fire extinguishers are the first line of defense when combating a fire hazard. Almost all fires are controlled or extinguished with a fire extinguisher. Completing a fire extinguisher service at regular intervals can help the retail business save lives.
Retail businesses have a responsibility to protect their customers and employees. Providing them with well-serviced fire protection equipment will ensure they have the best chance of surviving in a fire emergency.
Minimize damage to the business and remain compliant with Australian Workplace Safety Standards. The servicing of fire extinguishers should be performed by an experienced technician.
Range of Fire Protection Services
For expert fire extinguisher services, choose FCF Fire & Electrical Brisbane North. They can check all parts of the equipment to ensure their retail business is protected. They can also provide refills for all the different types of extinguishers.
They provide a range of Fire Protection Services, including Fire Extinguisher Installation, Servicing and Supply, Emergency Exit Light Installation and much more. They ensure the Brisbane retail business is 100% fire safety compliant.
