Fire Extinguisher Servicing & Supply (BS 5306)
Ensure your first line of defence is ready when it matters most. TM UK Group Limited provides rigorous, BS 5306 compliant fire extinguisher maintenance, testing, and installation for commercial properties across the UK.
The Critical First Response
In the crucial first minutes of a fire, a portable fire extinguisher is often the only tool standing between a minor, contained incident and a catastrophic total loss of property. However, an extinguisher is a pressurized vessel containing chemical agents; over time, pressure drops, O-rings degrade, and extinguishing agents can settle or coagulate.
A fire extinguisher that fails to discharge is worse than having no extinguisher at all, as it provides a false sense of security. Professional, routine servicing guarantees that your equipment will operate instantly and effectively during an emergency, protecting your staff and limiting structural damage.
Statutory Obligations & BS 5306 Compliance
Under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, employers and facility managers are legally obligated to provide appropriate fire-fighting equipment and ensure it is subject to a suitable system of maintenance.
In the United Kingdom, the standard for this maintenance is strictly defined by BS 5306-3 (Commissioning and maintenance) and BS 5306-8 (Selection and positioning). To remain compliant and ensure your commercial insurance remains valid, you must adhere to the following schedule:
- Monthly Visual Inspections: A quick visual check by the responsible person on-site to ensure extinguishers are in their designated locations, undamaged, and that pressure gauges read in the green zone.
- Basic Annual Servicing: A statutory requirement. A competent, qualified engineer must thoroughly inspect the extinguisher, checking the weight, pressure, pins, hoses, and external mechanisms.
- Extended Servicing (Discharge Test): Required every 5 years for Water, Foam, and Powder extinguishers. The unit is completely discharged, inspected internally, and refilled with fresh extinguishing media.
- 10-Year Overhaul: Specific to CO2 extinguishers. The high-pressure cylinder must be sent away for hydrostatic pressure testing and a complete valve overhaul every 10 years.
Our Comprehensive Maintenance Programme
Our specialist fire safety engineers manage your entire extinguisher portfolio, ensuring you have the right type of equipment for the specific risks present in your building.
1. Thorough Physical Inspection
We weigh each unit to check for undetected leaks, remove and test the discharge hoses for blockages, and ensure the anti-tamper seals and safety pins are fully intact and functional.
2. Siting & Risk Verification
Buildings change over time. We verify that the extinguishers you have are still appropriate for the area (e.g., ensuring CO2 is located near new server racks, or Wet Chemical near upgraded kitchens) and that wall brackets remain secure.
3. Certification & Asset Register
Upon completion, every passed unit is fitted with a maintenance label detailing the service date and engineer details. You are provided with a comprehensive digital Certificate of Inspection for your fire logbook.
New Equipment Supply & Commissioning
If your current extinguishers have reached the end of their operational lifespan (typically 20 years for standard units, or 10 years for CO2), or if you are outfitting a new commercial space, TM UK Group can supply a full range of high-quality, CE-marked fire extinguishers.
We do not just drop boxes at your door. Every new extinguisher is fully commissioned on-site by our engineers in accordance with BS 5306-3, permanently wall-mounted with the correct ID signage, and registered in your compliance logs.
Ensure Your Fire Equipment is Ready
Do not risk equipment failure during an emergency. Contact TM UK Group today to schedule your annual BS 5306 fire extinguisher servicing or to request a quote for new installations.