Posted By Terry Smyth BS 5306 Part 3 should cover this. Fire extinguishers should whereever possible be wall mounted, with the top of the extinguisher 1 metre from the floor. Such location should be designated Fire Points which should include the information pertaining to the type of extinguisher located there. I hope this of value Victoria!

Posted By Chris Cooper As per Terry's message really, information is in section 7 (Siting of extinguishers) BS 5306-8:2000. Extinguishers up to 4kg should be wall mounted with their carrying handles at around 1.5 M from the floor, over 4kg the height lower at 1M. But the language is 'should' and not 'must' - be wall mounted, plastic stands which are quite low can be used which can avoid drilling holes in your oak panelled offices for example! These offer the opportunity to reposition easily and should ensure the equipment is 'conspicuous'. Correct siting on exit routes and by fire exits and being easily spotted are very important, and wall hanging sometimes puts off the 'door propers', but not all the 'coat hangers'. Contact me directly if you would like any more info. Regards Chris Cooper