Posted By Crim I have been made aware of BS5306-3:2009 recently replacing BS 5306-3:2003 that sets out requirements for commissioning and maintenance of portable fire extinguishers. The main change, or so it would appear, is a requirement to commission new fire extinguishers at the place they are to be installed. In theory no more purchasing extinguishers from the internet etc, installing extinguishers should now be carried out by "competent" persons from a recognised body. Does this now mean that contractors can no longer hire extinguishers and have them delivered to site and then positioned on site by site personnel? Or will every new construction site have to have new extinguishers installed as per the revised BS and never be allowed to re-site extinguishers as the fire risk assessment is reviewed as the project progresses. Further I wonder what makes that "competent person competent?

Posted By Crim Thanks Darren, that's what I thought.