Additional Fire Extinguisher Information
Where do you put your fire extinguisher?
You need to be able to see and reach your fire extinguisher quickly and with ease. Ideally it should be placed on an escape route that is either near an outside door or on route from the living areas to an outside door. It is advisable to fix it so that it is adjacent to (not on top of) the potential fire risk.
It should be correctly fixed to a wall at a height where it is easily reached. It must however be kept out of the reach of children. Do not place them over cookers or heaters or anywhere of extreme temperatures.
Fire Extinguisher Maintenance
The manufacturer will supply instructions on how to keep your extinguisher in good working order.
After an extinguisher has been used it will be necessary to recharge it according to the manufacturer's instructions.
It is advisable that ALL fire extinguishers are serviced on an annual basis. You should always use an accredited company, for failure to do so may affect your insurance cover.
How many fire extinguishers do I require?
This will vary drastically depending upon the premises and the fire risk assessment. Please contact us to arrange a fire risk assessment or site survey or (in special circumstances / cause for concern) contact your local Fire Service Officer who will be happy to advise.
You need to be able to see and reach your fire extinguisher quickly and with ease. Ideally it should be placed on an escape route that is either near an outside door or on route from the living areas to an outside door. It is advisable to fix it so that it is adjacent to (not on top of) the potential fire risk.
It should be correctly fixed to a wall at a height where it is easily reached. It must however be kept out of the reach of children. Do not place them over cookers or heaters or anywhere of extreme temperatures.
Fire Extinguisher Maintenance
The manufacturer will supply instructions on how to keep your extinguisher in good working order.
After an extinguisher has been used it will be necessary to recharge it according to the manufacturer's instructions.
It is advisable that ALL fire extinguishers are serviced on an annual basis. You should always use an accredited company, for failure to do so may affect your insurance cover.
How many fire extinguishers do I require?
This will vary drastically depending upon the premises and the fire risk assessment. Please contact us to arrange a fire risk assessment or site survey or (in special circumstances / cause for concern) contact your local Fire Service Officer who will be happy to advise.