Fire Extinguisher Servicing
Fire Extinguisher Servicing & Testing
Keep your fire extinguishers ready for use when they are needed most
Fire extinguishers are an important part of your premises’ fire protection, but simply having them in place is not enough. UKFS provides professional fire extinguisher servicing and testing to check that your equipment remains accessible, correctly positioned and in suitable working condition.
Our engineers inspect extinguishers for signs of damage, corrosion, pressure loss and other faults, while checking key components such as hoses, nozzles, pins and seals. We can service a wide range of extinguisher types and advise when repair, replacement or more extensive servicing is required. Our servicing follows the relevant recommendations of BS 5306-3.
Why Choose UKFS for Fire Extinguisher Testing
UKFS provides a convenient service for businesses that need their fire extinguishers professionally inspected, serviced and maintained. Our engineers can assess the condition of your existing equipment and identify issues that may affect its performance, helping you keep your fire points properly maintained.
With fire safety engineers strategically located across the UK and an experienced team in Coleshill, Birmingham, we can support individual premises, commercial estates and multi-site customers. Where extinguishers are no longer suitable, we can also supply and install replacements as part of the same service.
Annual Fire Extinguisher Servicing
We carry out routine professional servicing to examine extinguisher condition, operation and key components.
Extended Servicing & Testing
Where required, we undertake more detailed servicing in line with the extinguisher type and applicable maintenance schedule.
All Major Extinguisher Types
Our engineers work with water, foam, powder, CO2 and other commonly used portable fire extinguishers.
Service Records & Certification
Following servicing, we provide documentation to record the work completed and highlight any recommendations or replacement requirements.
Our Fire Risk Assessment Process
A straightforward approach to understanding and managing fire risk
Review Your Equipment
We review your extinguisher provision, locations, types and previous servicing information.
Inspect Each Extinguisher
Our engineer checks condition, accessibility, pressure, components, seals and signs of damage.
Service & Test
Required servicing or testing is completed according to the extinguisher type and applicable schedule
Replace Where Required
We identify damaged, unsuitable or unserviceable units and recommend appropriate replacements.
Record & Report
You receive service documentation confirming the work completed and any further actions advised.
Fire Extinguisher Testing FAQs
Regular extinguisher checks help identify faults before firefighting equipment is needed in an emergency.
Here are answers to some of the most common questions about fire extinguisher testing and servicing.
How often should fire extinguishers be serviced?
BS 5306-3 recommends a basic service by a competent person every 12 months, alongside routine visual checks of equipment.
What happens during a fire extinguisher service?
The engineer checks the extinguisher’s condition, pressure or weight where applicable, hose, nozzle, operating mechanism, pin, seal and other relevant components.
Do fire extinguishers need to be replaced after five years?
Not necessarily. Certain extinguisher types require extended servicing at five-year intervals, while others have different maintenance requirements. The engineer can advise based on the specific extinguisher.
Do fire extinguishers expire?
There is not one universal expiry date for every extinguisher. Age, condition, manufacturer guidance and servicing history all help determine whether an extinguisher should remain in service or be replaced.
Can I test my own fire extinguishers?
Routine visual checks can form part of your site’s fire safety arrangements, but professional servicing should be carried out by a competent person with the appropriate knowledge, tools and procedures.
What types of fire extinguishers can UKFS service?
UKFS can service and maintain commonly used extinguisher types, including water, foam, powder and CO2, with the appropriate service requirements applied to each type.
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