Fire equipment protects people and businesses during fire accidents. It keeps people safe wherever they live and work. Regular inspection and maintenance of the equipment intended for the safety of the occupants in accordance with the relevant standards is very important. Daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual inspections are performed to ensure equipment functionality and maintain all other aspects of fire safety management.
It is necessary for trained personnel to participate in the verification of fire extinguishing equipment, which is usually provided by the installer, or the installer’s agent, or even a service organization. The equipment includes fire detection and alarm systems; emergency and escape lighting systems; sprinkler systems; automatic fire door opening mechanisms; portable fire extinguishers; gas, foam and powder extinguishing systems; smoke control systems, including systems using pressure differentials; Evacuation elevators for people with disabilities; Hydrants; hose reels; hands of fire; fire doors, and other related things.
Fire safety equipment maintenance plans
The Standard plan provides regular 24-hour maintenance and support services. The Standard Plus plan, in addition to the services provided in the Standard plan which includes initial service of new fire safety equipment, its disposal, and charges for minor parts and refills. The comprehensive plan covers all engineers, support charges, and services of the Standard Plus plan. However, the charges are not covered in the event that the equipment is damaged by users, or third parties, or natural calamities. Replacement of all major parts is charged on all plans.
Services offered
An annual basic service is carried out for the maintenance of fire fighting equipment. The safety clip and indicating devices are inspected to find out if the fire extinguisher has been operated. Pressure indicating devices on stored pressure extinguishers are checked to see if the pressure limits are within normal ranges. The body of the fire equipment is examined for corrosion, teeth or damage. The hose, horn and nozzle are revised. The equipment is weighed for loss of content. The operating instructions are checked for accuracy and legibility. Gas cartridges in appropriate extinguishers are inspected.
An extended service includes the basic service and the download trial. Firefighting equipment is unloaded under controlled conditions to test its working effectiveness. Its internal body is examined for corrosion or damage to the coating. If it is in good condition, then it is refilled, recharged and put back into service. Extended service is performed once every five years for water-, foam-, and powder-based extinguishers, and once every ten years for primary-seal powder extinguishers. An overhaul service interval for CO2 extinguishers is ten years. The service maintenance record should be affixed to the fire equipment.
The basic requirement in any premises is the presence of fire equipment in good working order. Regular maintenance checks with a proper plan are very essential. The equipment must be maintained to meet the relevant standards and conditions in accordance with the Regulatory Reform Order 2005. This ensures the safety of individuals and businesses, and is also responsible for proper trust between people in your environment.