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Fire Equipment & Extinguisher Testing
We provide Inspection, Testing, Maintenance and Sales to the following (but not limited to) fire protection equipment:
- Fire Extinguisher Testing (6 Monthly, Annual & 5 Yearly Pressure Testing)
- Fire Extinguisher Service
- Fire Extinguisher Sales
- Fire Blankets (6 Monthly)
- Fire Hose Reels (6 Month & Annual)
- Fire Doors (6 Monthly & Annual)
- Fire Equipment Testing
- Smoke Alarm Testing
- Emergency and Exit Light Testing
How Often Should Sydney Fire Extinguishers Be Tested?
AS1851 indicates that all portable and wheeled fire extinguishers should be tested every six months to a year and that pressure testing and refills need to be carried out at least every five years.
Why Professional Fire Extinguisher Testing is Essential For Sydney Businesses
-Fire Extinguishers testing is vital because fire extinguishers are the first line of defence in protecting you and your business when a fire occurs. There are dozens of regulations in place to ensure that your fire extinguisher is up to code and working properly, and this ensures the prevention of death and injury.
Different classes of fire.There are six classes of fire:
Class A – Normal combustibles such as wood or plastic
Class B – Flammable liquids such as petrol or paint
Class C – Combustible gases such as LPG gas or natural gas
Class D – Flammable metals such as magnesium
Class E – Electrically energised equipment such as short-circuited machinery or overloaded electrical cables
Class F – Cooking oils such as vegetable oil, fats and lard.
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What are the types of Fire Extinguishers in Australia?
There are five major types of fire extinguishers in Australia:
· Foam – [Suitable for Class A and Class B fires]
· Dry Powder – [Suitable for Class A, Class B, Class C and Class E fires. ]
· Water – [Suitable for Class A fires.]
· Wet Chemical – [Suitable on Class F fires and may be used on Class A fires.]
· Carbon Dioxide CO2 – [Suitable for Class E fires. Has limited effectiveness on Class A, Class B and Class F fires.
How to use a fire extinguisher
All fire extinguishers in Australia are designed to be operated using the PASS technique:
Pull the pin.
Aim it at the fire.
Squeeze the handle.
Sweep from side to side.
Fire Extinguisher Installation
Our installation is compliant to AS 2444 and includes the brackets, signs and seals. The extinguishers we supply are also compliant to Australian Standards.
The extinguishers must also comply with their own specific requirement. During installation, consideration should be made to ensure that the types, sizes and classification of extinguishers is made correctly so that the compliance for the particular building is achieved.
Safe Fire & Electrical will perform a thorough inspection of all your fire systems and equipment, including fire extinguishers which need to be tested and evaluated every six months.
Such a meticulous inspection is necessary to ensure that your fire safety measures and fire engineered solutions meet the requirements as stipulated in the Building Code of Australia and other applicable Australian Fire Safety Standards.
Safe Fire & Electrical offer the most competitive prices when it comes to Fire Extinguisher Testing in Sydney. We strive to offer the best customer service to all our clients. We also guarantee complete documentation for the AFSS or Fire Safety Certificate.
