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Fire Extinguisher Services

Comprehensive fire extinguisher services conducted in accordance with UK legislation, ensuring your premises meet all regulatory requirements and protect occupants.

Norfolk Fire Group supplies and commissions portable fire extinguishers across all property types, conducted in accordance with UK legislation, ensuring your premises meet all regulatory requirements and protect occupants.

Serving Norwich · Dereham · Kings Lynn · Swaffham · Great Yarmouth · Thetford · Wymondham · North Walsham · Downham Market · Attleborough · Fakenham · Sheringham · Cromer · Holt · Aylsham · Diss · Loddon · Bungay · All of Norfolk

Classes of Fire

A

Ordinary Combustibles

Fires involving solid materials such as wood, paper, textiles, coal, and certain plastics.

Common in: Offices, homes, warehouses

B

Flammable Liquids

Fires involving petrol, diesel, oil, paint, solvents, and other liquid fuels.

Common in: Garages, kitchens, workshops

C

Gases

Fires involving flammable gases such as propane, butane, methane, and hydrogen.

Common in: Laboratories, industrial sites

D

Metals

Fires involving combustible metals such as magnesium, titanium, sodium, and potassium.

Common in: Manufacturing, metal workshops

F

Cooking Oils & Fats

Fires involving cooking oils and fats at high temperature in kitchen appliances.

Common in: Commercial kitchens, restaurants

E

Electrical Equipment

Fires involving electrical equipment and installations (not a separate class in the UK, treated as A, B, or C).

Common in: All premises

Types of Fire Extinguishers

Water Extinguisher

The most common type, using pressurised water to cool and suppress Class A fires. Highly effective for ordinary combustibles.

Effective on:

  • ✓ Class A fires

Best for:

  • • Offices, homes, warehouses
  • • Wood, paper, textiles

Foam Extinguisher - Eco Plus Fluorine Free

Uses environmentally-friendly foam concentrate without fluorine compounds. Creates a blanket over flammable liquids to suppress fires and prevent reignition. Highly effective and safer for the environment.

Effective on:

  • ✓ Class A fires
  • ✓ Class B fires

Best for:

  • • Petrol, diesel, oils
  • • Garages, workshops
  • • Eco-conscious facilities

Environment Friendly: Fluorine-free formulation meets modern environmental standards while maintaining excellent fire suppression performance.

CO₂ Extinguisher

Uses carbon dioxide gas to displace oxygen and cool the fire. Leaves no residue, making it ideal for electrical equipment and sensitive areas.

Effective on:

  • ✓ Class B fires
  • ✓ Electrical fires

Best for:

  • • Server rooms, IT equipment
  • • Laboratories
  • • Precision equipment

Dry Powder Extinguisher

Uses fine powder particles to smother fires and inhibit chemical reactions. Versatile option effective on multiple fire classes.

Effective on:

  • ✓ Class A fires
  • ✓ Class B fires
  • ✓ Class C fires
  • ✓ Class D fires

Best for:

  • • Multi-purpose protection
  • • Industrial sites
  • • Metal workshops

Wet Chemical Extinguisher

Specifically designed for Class F fires involving cooking oils and fats. Creates a cooling mist and chemical reaction to suppress flames.

Effective on:

  • ✓ Class F fires
  • ✓ Class A fires

Best for:

  • • Commercial kitchens
  • • Restaurants
  • • Catering facilities

Water Mist Extinguisher

Uses ultra-fine water mist to suppress fires through cooling and oxygen displacement. Environmentally friendly with minimal water residue.

Effective on:

  • ✓ Class A fires
  • ✓ Class B fires
  • ✓ Electrical fires

Best for:

  • • Modern buildings
  • • Heritage properties
  • • Sensitive areas

Fire Extinguisher Selection Guide

Fire TypeWaterFoamCO₂Dry PowderWet ChemicalWater Mist
Class A (Solids)
Class B (Liquids)
Class C (Gases)
Class D (Metals)
Class F (Cooking Oils)
Electrical
Suitable
Not Suitable
Not Recommended

Our Fire Extinguisher Services

Supply & Installation

High-quality fire extinguishers installed in strategic locations throughout your premises.

Annual Servicing

BS 5306 compliant inspections and maintenance to ensure full readiness and compliance.

Refurbishment

Professional refilling and testing to extend the life of your extinguishers.

Staff Training

Comprehensive training on proper extinguisher use and fire emergency procedures.

Signage & Inspection

Clear signage and regular visual inspections to maintain access and visibility.

Documentation

Full records maintained for compliance and regulatory requirements.

Protect Your Premises with Quality Fire Extinguishers

From supply and installation to annual servicing and staff training, we provide comprehensive fire extinguisher solutions.

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Norfolk's leading fire safety company. Fire alarm installation & maintenance (BS 5839-1:2025), fire risk assessments, emergency lighting and fire extinguisher services throughout Norfolk — Norwich, Dereham, Kings Lynn, Great Yarmouth, Thetford, Wymondham, Swaffham and surrounding areas.

Services

  • Fire Risk Assessments
  • Fire Safety Inspections
  • Fire Alarm Installation & Maintenance
  • Fire Zone Plans
  • Fire Detection Design
  • Fire Door Inspections
  • Fire Extinguishers
  • Kitchen Fire Suppression
  • Emergency Lighting Installation & Maintenance

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