What is BS 5306-3 - Fire extinguishing installations about?
BS 5306-3 details best practices in how to install and maintain portable fire extinguishers.
Portable fire extinguishers should be regularly checked to make sure that they meet fire safety equipment regulations and are safe and effective for use. This includes being routinely inspected by a competent service technician to ensure they have not been discharged or lost pressure.
BS 5306-3 puts the responsibility on businesses to use a competent person to perform the annual inspections, install, commission (skilled checks made to the extinguisher on-site), service, and test discharge fire extinguishers. They should also replace extinguishers that are no longer usable with serviceable extinguishers.
Who is BS 5306-3 - Fire extinguishing installations for?
Potential users of fire extinguisher standard BS 5306-3 include:
Architects
Fire protection service technicians
Fire & Rescue Services
Fire extinguisher servicing companies
Fire extinguisher manufacturers
Facility management companies
Police services
Care home management companies incorporating sheltered accommodation
Companies undertaking fire risk assessments
Landlords
Why should you use BS 5306-3 - Fire extinguishing installations ?
BS 5306-3 provides the following:
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