Common problems
Common problems with fire extinguishers and fire extinguishers FAQ
Do the Chinese Terms for Fire Extinguishers Mean Different Things?
The same is true of Hong Kong, which is used to the Chinese-speaking region to be known as “fire extinguishers” and Taiwan, where most are known as “fire extinguishers” and English. Fire Services Department supplies fire extinguishers, commonly referred to as hand-held fire extinguishers.
How is it to distinguish between qualified fire extinguishers authorized by the Fire Services Department?
In Hong Kong, hand-held fire extinguishers and other hand-held equipment, such as fire blankets, must be approved by the Chief of Fire Services Department.
Do homes have to be equipped with fire extinguishers?
There is no compulsory requirement in the general residential unit, but the Fire Services Department encourages citizens to voluntarily install fire extinguishers and blankets at home. Homes are more suitable for dry powder fire extinguish Home Fire Safety Essentials.
How Often Must Extinguishers Be Inspected, and What Is FS251?
In accordance with the Fire Protection (Equipment and Equipment) Regulations, fire protection installations and equipment in the premises are inspected at least once every 12 months by a registered fire protection contractor. After completing the inspection, maintenance or repair, the contractor must issue to the client, within 14 days, a certificate of FS251 fire protection devices and equipment. And send a copy to the fire department. Hand-held fire extinguishers fall within the scope of the Registered Contractor No. 3. More Fire Extinguisher Inspection & Replacement.
Is Delivery Included When Buying an Extinguisher?
Fire Station offers all fire extinguisher products at special prices, which are basically delivered to Hong Kong Island, Kowloon and the New Territories. 3464 3987 or whatsApp 96309976 query.
Which fire extinguisher should the home choose?
It is generally recommended that a 2kg dry powder extinguisher should be installed near the kitchen entrance, and that a fire extinguisher should be placed near the kitchen entrance to handle small cooking boilers.
Where does the CO2 extinguisher fit?
CO2 extinguishers are used for electrical fires, burning flammable liquids and electronic devices, which run out of residues, often near computer rooms, server rooms, laboratories and electrical equipment.
Can fire extinguishers be rented for short-term activities?
Fire Station provides a rental service for fire extinguishers at exhibitions, fairs, renovations, shooting sites and temporary sites such as Pop-up StoreFire Extinguisher Rental in Hong Kongrents FS251 fire-fighting certificates issued by a third-tier fire-fighting operator, and arranges for the delivery of goods to be recovered after completion of the activities.
Can expired fire extinguishers be discarded directly?
Fire Station provides a door-to-door Fire Extinguisher Recycling Servicethat will release pressure, separate the fire extinguisher and recover the metal.
Where's Fire Station? How do we get in touch?
Fire Station at G/F, Karrie Industrial Centre, Pak Tin Par Street, Tsuen Wan You can pick up the port train and go to Jiu Wan or Grand Cove. 3464 3987 ,WhatsApp 96309976 e-mail hongkongfirestation@gmail.com . For more detailsContact Fire Station。