BS 5306-3:2017 PDF

Scope: What is BS 5306-3 - Fire extinguishing installations about? BS 5306-3 details best practices in how to install and maintain portable fire extinguishers. Portable fire extinguishers should be regularly checked to make sure that they meet fire safety equipment regulations and are safe and effective for use. This includes being routinely inspected by a competent service technician to ensure they have not been discharged or lost pressure. BS 5306-3 puts the responsibility on businesses to use a competent person to perform the annual inspections, install, commission (skilled checks made to the extinguisher on-site), service, and test discharge fire extinguishers. They should also replace extinguishers that are no longer usable with serviceable extinguishers. Who is BS 5306-3 - Fire extinguishing installations for? Potential users of fire extinguisher standard BS 5306-3 include: Architects Fire protection service technicians Fire & Rescue Services Fire extinguisher servicing companies Fire extinguisher manufacturers Facility management companies Police services Care home management companies incorporating sheltered accommodation Companies undertaking fire risk assessments Landlords Why should you use BS 5306-3 - Fire extinguishing installations ? BS 5306-3 provides the following: Re...

BS 5306-3:2017 history

2017 BS 5306-3:2017 Fire extinguishing installations and equipment on premises. Commissioning and maintenance of portable fire extinguishers. Code of practice
2009 BS 5306-3:2009 Fire extinguishing installations and equipment on premises - Part 3:Commissioning and maintenance of portable fire extinguishers - Code of practice
2003 BS 5306-3:2003 Fire extinguishing installations and equipment on premises - Code of practice for the inspection and maintenance of portable fire extinguishers