Fire Extinguishers & Equipment FAQs
Are chrome fire extinguishers legal?
Yes,
chrome extinguishers, also known as stainless steel or polished aluminium extinguishers, are made using the same quality standards as red ones and are legal. They have the same functionality and are as effective when tackling a fire.
However, the confusion occurs because the
British Standard EN3 requires fire extinguishers to be red. This standard is a recommendation,
not a legal requirement, so you are not breaking fire safety rules by installing chrome extinguishers. We recommend you check your insurance requirements for BS EN3 before choosing to install them.
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Reviewed: 01/02/2023 (doc:535 V1.0). Our articles are reviewed regularly. However, any changes made to standards or legislation following the review date will not have been considered. Please note that we provide abridged, easy-to-understand guidance. To make detailed decisions about your fire safety provisions, you might require further advice or need to consult the full standards and legislation.
