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
Ordinary Combustibles
Fires involving solid materials such as wood, paper, textiles, coal, and certain plastics.
Common in: Offices, homes, warehouses
Flammable Liquids
Fires involving petrol, diesel, oil, paint, solvents, and other liquid fuels.
Common in: Garages, kitchens, workshops
Gases
Fires involving flammable gases such as propane, butane, methane, and hydrogen.
Common in: Laboratories, industrial sites
Metals
Fires involving combustible metals such as magnesium, titanium, sodium, and potassium.
Common in: Manufacturing, metal workshops
Cooking Oils & Fats
Fires involving cooking oils and fats at high temperature in kitchen appliances.
Common in: Commercial kitchens, restaurants
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 Type | Water | Foam | CO₂ | Dry Powder | Wet Chemical | Water Mist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Class A (Solids) | ||||||
| Class B (Liquids) | ||||||
| Class C (Gases) | ||||||
| Class D (Metals) | ||||||
| Class F (Cooking Oils) | ||||||
| Electrical |
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.