Why fire protection systems must be inspected
Fire protection systems are only used in an emergency, so faults are often discovered only once a fire has started. An extinguisher that has lost pressure, a hydrant pump that will not start, or a dead detector lets a fire grow before it can be put out. Inspection and testing confirms every component is truly ready to work.
What we inspect
Fire extinguishers
Type, number, location, contents, and pressure.
Hydrants and fire pumps
Main and standby pumps, pipework, hydrant boxes, hoses, and water supply.
Sprinklers
Sprinkler heads, valves, pipework, and water supply.
Alarms and detectors
Control panel, smoke and heat detectors, manual call points, and sounders.
Escape routes
Emergency doors and stairs, exit signs, and emergency lighting.
The risks of neglecting it
Fire spreads
Equipment that fails in the first minutes turns a small fire into a large one.
Loss of life
Silent alarms and blocked escape routes hinder evacuation.
Asset losses
Buildings, machinery, stock, and data can be lost in a single incident.
Insurance claims
Poorly maintained fire protection can complicate insurance claims.
Inspection and testing schedule
| Type | When it is done |
|---|---|
| Fire extinguishers | Inspected twice a year, at 6-month and 12-month intervals (Regulation 04/1980). |
| Automatic fire alarms | Maintained and tested regularly in line with Regulation 02/1983. |
| Hydrants and sprinklers | Inspected and tested in line with Ministerial Instruction 11/1997 and applicable standards. |
| After changes | After additions, changes, or repairs to the system. |
What we inspect and test
- Hydrant pumps: pressure at the furthest hydrant of at least 4.5 kg/cm² and no more than 7 kg/cm², with a flow of at least 500 US GPM. The standby pump is tested the same way.
- Alarms and detectors: every zone is tested, including manual call points, detectors, and an open-circuit test at the last detector.
- Extinguishers: suitable type and number, visible and reachable, and within their refill and cylinder test dates.
- Escape routes: travel distance to an exit appropriate to the risk level, exit signs, and emergency lighting.
Documents to prepare
- As-built drawings of the hydrant, sprinkler, and alarm installations.
- A list of extinguishers with their type, size, and location.
- Fire pump data and water tank capacity.
- Previous inspection report and certificate.
Site preparation
- Pumps and the alarm panel can be operated for testing.
- Building occupants are notified before alarms are tested.
- A building technician accompanies the inspection.
Legal basis
- Law No. 1 of 1970 on Work Safety requires safety conditions for equipment and installations at the workplace.
- Minister of Manpower Regulation No. 04/MEN/1980 on the Installation and Maintenance of Fire Extinguishers.
- Minister of Manpower Regulation No. 02/MEN/1983 on Automatic Fire Alarm Installations.
- Ministerial Instruction No. 11/M/BW/1997 on Special OHS Supervision of Fire Prevention.
- Minister of Manpower Decree No. 186/MEN/1999 on Fire Response Units at the Workplace.
Frequently asked questions
Is refilling extinguishers the same as inspection?
No. Refilling is maintenance. Inspection checks the type, number, location, and condition of extinguishers and the whole protection system, and the results are reported.
Will the alarm sound during testing?
Yes, alarms are tested zone by zone. We arrange the schedule and notify occupants so there is no panic.
Can it be combined with electrical and lightning protection inspection?
Yes. The three are often scheduled together for buildings and factories.
Send us the number of extinguishers, the systems installed (hydrants, sprinklers, alarms), and the building area through the quote form. Our team will prepare an inspection schedule.
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