Fire Extinguisher Refills

Your employees need to trust that their workplace’s fire extinguishers will function properly for any fire emergency. Once fire extinguishers are installed, there should be an ongoing maintenance schedule that includes regular inspections to keep your units ready and fully functional in the event of an emergency.  Having a fire alarm set in place is not enough to say that your premises are ready for unforeseen events like fire.

You may be tempted to perform your own fire extinguisher testing and inspections. This may include fire extinguisher refills when necessary. Saving some money up front in this way includes risks and other issues when a facility manager decides to refill the workplace’s fire extinguishers. Time may be a cost when checking fire extinguishers to determine their functional status and performing the fire extinguisher service process properly. Even more importantly, if the refill process is not done adequately, then the extinguisher could malfunction in an emergency. In addition, handling pressurised chemicals in the refill process is a task that should be done by a trained professional. We are providing these testing services at an optimal price.
Make sure your fire extinguishers are in compliance with Australian Standard AS-1851, which details the importance of having your fire extinguishers inspected, maintained and refilled when necessary. Annual fire safety statement is also required for each business to comply with the Council’s requirement. Letting a trained professional perform these tasks will help ensure that your facility remains in compliance with Australian Standards and that your fire extinguishers stand ready to work properly. At Aegis Safe, will ensure that your business or building has the right fire safety equipment and fire protection system in place for Main Beach.

The maintenance tags indicate when fire extinguishers are due to be inspected, tested and refilled. This schedule is based on Australian Standards, manufacturer specifications, and the last refill date. Keep the following in mind for indications of the need for refilling your fire extinguishers:
The pressure indicator drops below a satisfactory operating level.
Damage to the fire extinguisher may affect its pressure or operating capability.
Corrosion found around the fire extinguisher could cause leakage.
Potentially harsh environmental conditions may affect the pressure of your fire extinguisher, including excess dust or dirt, moisture or humidity, vibrations from heavy equipment or extreme temperatures.
Briefly or accidentally discharged fire extinguishers; even a small discharge of pressurised operations and propellant gas used from extinguishers can cause units to degas and then lose the ability to function properly.

The facility manager needs to have a trained professional inspect each fire extinguisher to properly determine safety needs and to refill fire extinguishers when necessary. Adequate fire protection system is very important in every workplace. A trained professional will know how to handle filling extinguishers when not all fire extinguishers use the same refill chemicals. Extinguishers can use foam, liquids, powder, or gas. Accurately identifying the type of fire extinguisher is important to correctly determine refill requirements and inspection schedules in order to successfully carry out the refill process.

To comply with Australian Standards while keeping your property and personnel safe, make sure you have a certified professional so that you comfortably know that your fire extinguishers are refilled properly.  We have technicians servicing Sydney who can help you with installation, maintenance of your fire equipment like fire doors.  It also helps to have a fire hydrant installed in the area should there be any need, it should be compliant and accessible.