Fire Equipment servicing
PTTS provides inspection and testing for:
Portable Extinguishers
Fire Hose Reels
Fire Blankets
Portable Extinguishers - Both International and Australian data reveals that over 95% of all workplace fires can be extinguished if the correct extinguisher is used. As a result of this kind of data, there are Australian fire safety standards which all workplaces must adhere to, these standards include:
AS2444 Australian Standard
AS 1851 – 2012 Australian Standard
AS 1670 - Australian Standard
According to the AS 1851, all portable fire extinguishers must be tested every 6 months. There is 3 main types of tests when it comes to portable extinguishers:
Level 1 - A biannual assessment which includes a 21 point check.
level 2 - Annual assessment which includes the initial 21 point check plus an addition 13 point check.
level 4 - A 5 yearly service that retires the extinguisher until the extinguisher is either recharged or pressure tested and passed under a level 5 service.
Fire Hose Reels - Fire hose reels are a substitute for extinguishers and are used for their ability to cover more surface area. According to the building code, fire hose reel compartments must be available in areas greater than 500sqm.
In accordance to the AS/NZS 1221, fire hose reels must be tested every 6 months. There is 2 main types of tests for fire hose reels:
Level 1 - A biannual service that includes a flow and leakage test.
Level 2 - An Annual service that includes all aspects of the biannual service, including an assessment of the hose, hose guide, bearings and anchor points.
Fire Blankets - Fire blankets are used in predominantly in kitchen spaces as they are ideal for class F fires (Fires involving cooking oil and fats). There is only 1 type of test for a fire blanket which is a level 1 test. This incudes assessment on:
Accessibility
Signage
Fire Blanket condition
We also work closely and can organise contractors who assist with more complex fire suppression systems including sprinkler and hydrant testing. contact us to enquire more about this kind of servicing.