Theoretical training and practical experience over four days for the servicing & maintenance of various types of portable extinguisher. Based on BS 5306-3 ‘Servicing and Maintenance’ and BS 5306-8 ‘Selecting and Positioning’.
WHO’S IT FOR?
- Anyone who will be carrying out the servicing and maintenance of portable fire extinguishers
- Anyone likely to answer technical questions regarding portable extinguishers
WHAT OTHER EXPERIENCE/TRAINING IS NEEDED TO TAKE THIS COURSE?
- None
TOOLS
This course requires each delegate to bring a set of tools to participate:
- Rubber hammer
- 10” adjustable spanner
- 1 x 2kg spring balance scales
- 1 x 20-25kg spring balance scales
- Small flat screwdriver
- Small phillips screwdriver
- Mole grips
- Pliers
- Anti Tamper Seals
- Torch
You can get these from:
Walker Fire Ltd
T: 01772 693777
E: uk@walkerfire.com
www.walkerfire.com
WHAT DOES THIS COURSE COVER?
- The theory of fire and extinguishing
- Selection and positioning of the right fire extinguisher
- Classes of fire
- Definitions of a portable extinguisher
- Fire ratings and flammable materials
- Provision and siting of extinguishers
- Inspection periods
- Certification
- Extinguishing agents
- Maintenance requirements
- Carrying out a service: delegates will be expected to complete an inspection and service a range of extinguishers
WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF TAKING THIS COURSE?
- The ability to service and maintain portable fire extinguishers
- Delegates will be qualified to provide advice on the suitability and the positioning of portable extinguishers
- Course manuals to take away and refer to
- Delegates with an 80% or above pass rate will be issued with a BAFE certificate, which can be used as evidence for Third Party Certification
Delegates should attend a refresher course every three years to maintain current knowledge and certification
PRICES
- FIA members – £635 +VAT
- Non-members – £710 +VAT
Dates and locations: See FIA website for latest information.
