IS 2190: 2010 aR AB mete wer oft erpt rt FAT, eens vd weavers — Ofer wfear ( alen gener ) Indian Standard SELECTION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE OF FIRST-AID FIRE EXTINGUISHERS — CODE OF PRACTICE ( Fourth Revision ) Ics 13.220.10 © BIS 2010 BUREAU OF INDIAN STANDARDS MANAK BHAVAN, 9 BAHADUR SHAH ZAFAR MARG NEW DELHI 110002 November 2010 Price Group id1 tee, CED 22. FOREWORD. ‘This Indian Standard (Fouith Revision) was adopted by che Bureau of Indian Standards, after the draft finalized by the Fire Fighting Sectional Committee had been approved by the Civil Engineering Division Couneil Portable fire extinguishers are notexpected to deal wit large fies since they are essontally first-aid fre fighting ‘equipiment, Nevertheless, dey are very valuable inthe ealy‘stages of afte When used promptly and effectively, Provision of unsuitable types, incorrect operation, ot improper maintenance of te extinguishers have a times, Ted to failure in tokling the fire effectively inthe carly sige, thus involving greater loss of life and property. “This standard has, derefire been formulated for piving guidance regarding proper selection, installation and :mintnsnce of posable first-aid fire extinguishers so that such extinguishers wil function ot a tic as intended throughout thei use) life, This standard does not cover the requirements applfeable to fixed installation systems for extinguishing. fie eventhough portions of sack systems may be portable: “This standard was fet published in 1962 and subsequently revise in 1970, 1979 and1992, In the past 15 year, uklitonsl types of fre extinguishers both portable as well as whoeledoliey- mounted type have been developed and are in uso. Ti, theyefore, necessary to enlage the eavernge of tis standard $6 as to inelode the provision of all types of ie extinguishers and wheled ive extinguishers for whit ndian Standards have been formated ‘ill dats; While doing so, opportniy. as also been taken 19 opdate the malntenance requirements based on current international practices. ‘The halon based extinguishers have been restricted for esséntial use as long asthe technically suitable replacements, are not available, as per the Montreal Protocol In this standard provision of fie buckets has boon'mentioned. However, usefs may provide fite buckeis [(see IS 2546 : 1974 ‘Specitication for galvanized mild ste! fire bucket (frst revision)’) over and above the requirements given in this standard. The ise of fire buickets, howeves, tn few of fire extinguishes, is not ocomiended. In onde that fire extinguishers are effective, they should, 2) be portablevhesied; )_ operate instant; ©) hye adequate throw; ©) have adequate quitity of extnguishant os per fre rating; and 0) specified shel lite from the dats of manvfactare, All these characteristics are incoeporated in portable extinguishers and.are mannfeetored to deal with diferent ‘ypes of fires. In order that these could be effective these should cénform wo relevant India Stendends, Number tnd size for purpose of instlltious shall be determined by type, fre rating and fire hazard classification of protected risk, ‘As decided by the Committee, sods acid ad cheshical foam type extinguishers have been phased out. The halons have been rected for essential use only. Number and size for purpose of instlltions shall be determined by type, fre rating. tyra also decided bythe Committee tht the following standards shall be withdrawn withthe implementation of 18 15683 : 2006 Portable fre extinguisher — Performance and construction 4) 13.940 ; 2009 Specification for portable fire extinguishers, water type (gas cartidge) (eurth revision) b). 182171 : 1999 Specification for portable fire extinguishers, dry powder (cartridge type) (fourth revision) ©) 186234: 2003 Specification for portable fire extinguishers, wate ype (stored pressure) (second revision) (Continued on third cover)(Continued from second cover) 4) 18 10204 : 2001 Specifieaion for portable fire extinguisher mechanical Foam type €) 1813849 ; 1993 Specification for portable fire extinguisher dry powder type (stoned pressure) 1) 1815397: 2003 Specification for portable fre extinguisher mechanical foam type (stored pressure) Clause 3.1(a) of IS 2878 : 2004 ‘Specification for fire extinguisher, carbon dioxide type (portable and trolley mounted) (hird revision) shall also be deleted simultaneously with the implementation of 18 15683. For the purpose of deciding whether a pesticular requirement of this standard is complied with, the final value ‘observed or caleulated, expressing the result of s test or analysis, shall be rounded off in accordance with IS 2: 1960 ‘Roles for rounding off numerical values (revised). The numberof significant places retained in the rounded off value chould be the same as that of specified value inthis standard.182190: 2010 Indian Standard SELECTION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE OF FIRST-AID FIRE EXTINGUISHERS — CODE OF PRACTICE : (Fourth Revision ) Score This standard lays down recommendations for selection installation, maintenatice and testing of fist sid fie extinguistiers. NOTE — Te vals, cahon dioxide, deh oem Hire tingusher of eapeity $0 ibe and dba we teed a8 ‘nobis exingsltor ine Inaen Staceards wie have been Femletds weve, fe he passe oF Usted these ws well hl ter typon of wale mound exingulskr wil Be Tato ender goer elistcation of fe exper 2 REFERENCES: ‘cout provisos which through reference in this text, constitute provisions ofthis standsg, At the tite of publication, the editions indicated were Valid, All standavds are stbjetto revision anid patties to agreements based on this standard are-encourged to investigate the possibility of applying the most receiit éditions of the ‘andatds indicated at Annee A. 3 TERMINOLOGY For the purpose of 18 7673 shall eply. is standard, definitions given in, 4.GENERAL 4.1 None of the extinguisher covered in this standard is expected to deal with a lage fire as all these are ‘essentially first-aid. fire-fighting appliances, Nevertheless, theséare very valuable, if used promptly and efficiently inthe early stages of a fize, In ation to the valus of thelr portability and mobility, the most important feature of these extinguishers is their immediate evailabjlity so that each extinguisher canbe used by oneltwo persons: The usefulness of these extinguisher is limited, as itis entirely dependent upon the presence of persons having knowledge to operate ‘them, Furthermare, there capacity is also limited and ‘heir operational value ltgely depends upon the initial ‘charge being sufficient to overcome and extinguish the fire, The capacity of such extinguishers should commensurate with the isk these are intended to cover 42 Since 2 variety of shapes oF methods of operation of fie extiaguishors have et times led to confusion and ‘aituéto ‘quench tiers, itis recominenided hat extinguishers installed in any one building or single ‘eccuparcy shall be similar in shape’ and appearance ‘and should have te same methods of operation, as fat as possible, All extinguishers shal be eqnipped with the sane contol devices even if their design is for different types of fire. This will also simplify the training of te large number of emplayses in the effective and eficient use of extinguishers. 43 Where einployees pave not been tained, operation of extinguishers may be seriously delayed, the -extinguishitig: material-may_be-wasted,-aué-mose cextioguishers may have to be used, ofthe fire may not bbe extinguished, 4d Classification of Hazards 44h Light (Low) Hagard 5 Light taza dcupaies ar locatons wher the for! tenout of Clase A combustible materials foeising fuenshings, decorations, aid teats, is of iinor avant. This ca laclade some buildings ox rooms cecipied as offices, elasiooms, churches, asembly falls gucst di ate of botlamotes ands forth ‘This classification anticipates that the majority of ‘content items are either non-combustible or so-arranged that fe snot Hkly to spread rapidly. Duplicating methines; art deparivents, ofa, eastooms, place of worship aeembly balls, guet room sess ee and so forth ar included whete Css rsa quis dre leas than 4 Hie and provided tht they ae kop It closed continers and safely store. 44.2 Ordinary (Moderate) Hazard (Ordinary hazard occupancies are locations. where the total amount of Class A combustibles and Class B ‘flammabies are present in greater amounts thetexpecied ‘under light (low) hezard occupancies. These occupancies could consist of dining areas, mexcuniile shop and storage, light manufacturing operations, research Jabs, ‘nto showrooms, packing garages workshopsete of light ow) bazard cccupancies, and warehouses contsining Class Tor Class II commodities where Class B flammable liquids are 4 to 20 litre and provided that thoy are kept in closed containers and safely stored,18 2190: 2010 4.43 Bextra (High) Hazard Extra azand ovcupancies ate locations where the total amount of Class A combustibles and Class B flammables present, in storage, production, use, finished produet, or combination thereof, is over and above those expected in occupancies classed as ‘ordinary (moderate) hazard. These occupancies could consist of woodworking; vehicle repair; aircraft and bout servicing; cooking aren; individue! product display showrooms; product comvention ceatet displays; and storage and manofacturing processes stich as painting dipping, and coating, including flammable liquid handling. Also included is warehousing of or in-process storage of other than Class I and Clas Il commodities. ‘The flammable liquids may be more than 20 litre, SNUMBER AND SIZE OF FIREEXTINGUISHER ‘511 Fire extinguishers should be provided both for protecting building structure as well as occupancy hazard contained therein, 5.2’The number und size offre extinguishers required for any particular premises shall be determined «0 the hazards by the appropriate authority into consideration the severity of incipient fire Anticipated behaviour characteristics of different ‘materials and structure elements of buildings, mpidity ‘with which a five may spread, Intensity of heat that may be developed, accessibility to fire, type of ‘extinguisher, the smoke contributed by the burning material, special featares of building construction and nature of occupancy (single or mixed) and electrical fitting, equipment, etc installed therein. 53 The required number of fire extinguishers may be determined by considering any single extinguisher of suitable type or a combination of two oF more types. ‘Recommendations made in Annex B may be taken «8 a guide. 5.4 Fire Extinguisher Size and Placement 5.4L Fire Extinguisher Size and Placement for Class Hazards Minimal sizos of fie extinguishers forthe listed grades cof hazards shell be provided on the basis of Table 1. Fire extinguishers shall be located so tat the maximum travel dlistaoes shall not exceed those specified in Table 1 5.4.2 Fire Extinguisher Size and Placement for Class B Fires other than for Fires in Flammable Liquids of Appreciable Depth finial sizes offireextinguishers for te listed grades ‘of hazard shall be provided om the basis of Table 2. Fireextinguishers sll be located so that the maxima travel distances do aot exceed those specified in the Table 2 used, 5.4.3 Fire Extinguisher Size and Placement for Class C Hazards Fireextinguishers with Class C ratings shall be required where energized olectrical equipment can be encountered, This requirement includes situations ‘where fire oither directly involves or surrounds clectriel equipment. Since the fire itself is a Class A ‘of Class B hazard, the fire extinguishers shall be sized ‘and located on the basis of the anticipated Class A or Chess B hazard, ‘Table 1 Fire Extinguisher Size and Placement for Class A Hazards (Clause 5.4.1) ‘SIN rivera “gin how) Hacard Ordinary (Moderate) Batra gt) Hazard ‘cewpaney Havana Oscupany ‘Oceapancy 0 2) o 0 © 3) Mnimersatadsingleexinpider LA La a i) Maxiaun floor ares pe ue of A, mi? 280 10 30 Ail) Menimim foo sre for oxtagae, 3630 3430 3430 ‘Manimura vel dsanco o extinguisher is 8 15 ‘Table 2 Fire Extinguisher e and Placement for Class B Hazards (Clause 5.4.2) ‘ake “Tye tia Tae Minion Hager Rating Waimom Trevel ince Binge w o o an) D Te om ry Tesh : ere 1B 15 nny ots) a8 13 Dam 3 31 SA Fire Extinguisher Site and Placement for Class D Hazards Fire extinguishers ov extinguishing agents with Class D "tings shall bo provided for fire involving combustible meials, Fire extinguishers or extinguishing agents (media) shall be located not more thaw 15 m of travel distance from. the Class D hazard, ‘Size detertiotion shall be on the basis ofthe specific ‘combistible metal, its physleal particle size, area to be covered,” and recommendations ‘by the fire eating mabufaturer on data rom contests conducted. 6 SELECTION OF LOCATION {6.1 When electing locations fr fire extinguishers, due consideration should be given to the nature of risk to bbe covered, ‘The, extingvisliors should be. placed in ‘conspicunas positions and shall be really accessible for inmetiate ate inal pits of the eosbptey. I livays.be bi hi locations that fire. extinguisher are intended only for the use on incipient fir and they wil be of litle valle ia not extinguished or broaghtamder conte, inte early stages. 62 Generally, fire extinguishers should be paged ag near ossibew exis oF sa Jands without hindering theescape routes, Wherever passible, advantage shold ‘be-tiken of normal routes of,escape, by placipe these in positions. where these shall readily: be seen by persons following the nacoia Impulse to get aut of angst 6.3 The extinguishers showid be available for innmeiace use at all: times, Extinguishers should be sited it-seh aay tha he ser may not hale vel spor than 15 m ftom tho site of the fie to reach he extinguishers, Similar positlgns ov each floor are advisable: 6A Bsxtinguishers provided to deal with special ak ‘should be sited near to risk area concemed bat not so” ‘near as t be inaccessible in case of fe. Ifthe spec tisk is contained in.s confined space, itis genealiy _xvisabl to position the extinguisher outside tha pace, 65 The extingulshier should be placed either Ina tolley ‘or mounted on wall firmly. 66 Iumay be necessary to construct suitable shades oF ‘covers f0 protect the extinguishers in the open from excessive heat and cold as well as from corrosive feavironment. Where such shades or covers are provided tohovse the extinguishers in the open, these should be designed so that the removal of the extinguishers is ‘not hampered in emergency 1821902010 selecting the location for higher eapscity ‘Wheeled/volley mounted extinguishers, consideration should be given to the mobility of the extinguisher witainthe aves in which it will be used and, if indoors, the size of the doorways and passages which should allow easy movement of the extinguisher. 68 When installed in @ building. the exiinguisher shold not be placed ina position where itis ikely to sain Heat fom the surrounding equipment or process. 6.9 & feared plan showing the fdcation of fire extinguishers, means of acess and other useful formation showkd be displayed at vitable places on each floor, but should be available nett to the entrance to the premises piofefably at the security gate or the reception office ‘TINITIAL INSPECTION 7.4 Bach new, extinguisher seceived at site should be spected for Its completeness ‘of supply'and checked with the packing and despatelr documents of the mannfactuter before installation. Check tht thore is nno-damage to the: extinguisher in-trans eXtiiguishers toveted by Gas Clindirs Rules, check the amp of approval enibosat orth eck: of the e¥linder: 72 Ow ini procursmene water wpe ns predice and mechanleal fin extingutshers aie. normally supple in unfilled state and are charged at site, Dry powder extinguishers indy be supplied duly fled and, 94 he sme have to be files ite: Cason dioxide and clean agent gype fire extinguishers are supplied ily charged. Clean. agent, wale type gas pressure, foam and dry powder extinguisters re to be charged wit the refills separately provided by the extinguisher ‘manutictiteras pat there instruction given on th refill container: The feils used shal} be of same fire rating tas of original extinguishers and shall conform to relevant lodian Standards:as piven in Annex A. NOTE Holo exingets mite foetus ont) shal b supple duly ed at ste, Ino eieursances, te alon gas sha bo ledshityed se, pe he Moa Protea 7.3 If the components of the fire ektinguishets like container, cap assembly, hose assembly, nozzle, etc, are despatched separately by the manufacturer, assemble the components i the first instance before Fefilling as per the instructions given-by the manufacturer. 7.4 Aftor assembling and refilling, ensure that al joints are fully tightened and the nozzle vent holes are free of dustin, 7 Immediately after refiling either stent or paste the inspection card to the body of the extinguisher in-case-of —18 2190 : 2010 indicating the sorial numbers of the extinguishers, date of initia) charging and also the next due date of refilling. Recotd of the dite of inapection, initial charging. ete, should be maintained in the register Cor first-aid fire appliaaces. SINSTALLATION 8.1 General Although fire extinguishers ere not permanent and immovable fitings in a structro, these from a part of the whole system of fire protection and should receive ‘consideration for provision atthe design stage. In some cases, it may be necessary for the extingnishers to be housed in readily accessible and unlocked receptacles, clearly visible and unobtrusive, 8.2 Excepting particular eases where, as stated in 7A. it may be necessary forthe extinguisher to be housed in specially prepared positions, no structural work is generally involved in the installations of the extinguishers dealt with in this standard as this normélly takes place upon the completion of the ‘constructjon, The general sequence of the building construgtion"operation is not, therefore, usually affected! Where a special recess is to be formed in @ wal pevsion shoul be made the work progress 9 SELECTION OF FIRE EXTINGUISHERS ‘Various typés of fire extinguishers specified in this standard are of value but all are not equally effective ‘on all types of fire, For this reason, the nature of ‘contents of building, the processes carried out therein tne the types of fre which may occur sll be taken into consideration while solecting fire extinguishers. For alt practical purposes, the basic types of fires can be grouped into following four elasse a) Class A fires — Fires involving solid combustible materials of organi natace such ‘as wood, paper, rubber, plastics, etc, where the cooling effect of water is essentiat for extinction of fires. by Class B fires —- Fires involving flammable tiguids of liquefiabte solids or the like where ‘ blanketing effect is essential ©) Glass € fires — Fires involving flammable ‘tases under pressure including liquetied gases, where it is necessary to inhibit the tuching gas at fast rate with an inert gas, powder or vaporising liquid for extinguishment. 4) Class D fires — Fires involving combustible metals, such as magnesium, aluminium, zinc, sodium, potassium, ete, when the barring metals are reactive to water and water containing agents and in certain cases carbon dioxide, halogenated hydrocarbons and ordinary dry powders. These fires require special media and techniques to extinguish, NOTE — tie important to deve eleston and we of inguiser on ling slectieal istalltions. The guise tathve pease cece] somvitext ‘ould only be ase. 10 SUITABILITY OF PORTABLE FIRE EXTINGUISHERS 10.1 The types of extinguishers mentioned below ‘against each class of fre are generally most suited. Details of suitability ss @ guide of each type of ‘extinguisher is shown in Table 3. It may, however, be noted that ths is only for guidance and does not cover special cases 8) Class fires — Water, foam, ABC dry power ‘and halacarbons. 1b). Class 8 fires — Foam, dry powder, clean agent ‘and carbon dioxide exting ©) Class Cfires— Dry power, clean agent and ‘earbon dioxide extinguishers, ) Class D firés — Extinguishers with speciel dey ponder for metal fires, 10,2 Where energized electrical equipment is involved in fire, non-conduetivity of the extinguishing medi is of utmost importance, and only extinguishers expelling dry powder, carbon dioxide (without meta! thorn) orelean agent should be used, Once the electrical ‘equipment is de-enorgized, extingvishess suitable for the class of the fire risk involved can be used safely. 10.3 Where cleanliness and contamination of sensitive cleetrcal equipment are of importance or where the sensitivity of the control instruments or electronic equipment and systems are likely to be affected, only ‘carbon dioxide or clean agent type extinguishers shoald be used. 10.4 For fires involving polar solvents and other water miscible flammable liquids, dry powder type or ‘echanietl foam extinguisher with alcohol-resistant foam should be used. 105 Dry powder extinguishers, when used in confined areas may reduce visibility for a few minute, which ray temporarily jeopardize escape, rescue or other ‘emergency action 10.6 Dry powder extinguishers are. probably the most cffeotive medium against Class B fires, bat where the fuel surface is shielded from the powder discharge, they are not effective. Further, the discharge ceases, there is a danger of re-ignition which has to be coustered cithor by continued powder discharge for some moretime, or by covering te suraée by foam. Dry powder bing « qvik knock agent, is deal fr tacking tmunning’ or “three-dimensional” fires involving ‘lammable figuids. 10.7 Consideration should be given, for proviging special protecod or teatmentfor extinguisher located in plies exposed 1 unduly cornsve athostienes ot ‘o splashing by contosive fk 108 Appropeiatd élze of extinguishers, including whoslediceleytnoanted type shoul be proved for use depeising upon tazard classification as per the fice ratings given in IS. "15683. 10.9 Aluhouphctead agent type extinguisher have low tonielty inthe fee state, whertused on fires they ate lable to produce toxic decdmposition produits, Hence, when vsed in xtingtishing res in eontined tunyantilated: rooins, closets, ete, the cecupants should inimediately visite such spaces, Tt will be advisable fo teks the shine precaution wen carbon dioxide. extinguishers are Used -bnder, similar cumstances. 0,10-The ire exinpisersextngyshing modi nd the ahargessillsused should con rth. (yal tespécts to th slowest Indian Sinndaeds sve Annex A. 10.11 While replacing eorndopent patsy t'shonld be ensured hat only the corres components speciied by {hs manutictuer or equiva are 868 A INSPECTION AND arvnnsAnor: or FIRBICTINGLISSERS TAL cone at detested agent pesupant of & property in which ffe extinguishers ate (ocate shall be response for sudh Injection, miintehanee, and recharging. + 18 2190: 2010 11.2 Maiotnance, servicing, and ectargng eal be pevforied by tained persone having talib the toprol servicing ual the Proper tes of tools, recharge materials, lubricants, and rics fecomende epleamet pars ox pars pei ined for oe ]n here extnguaher, 11.3 Labels indicating te extinguisher use ot ‘lanifetin of bah sll be pled he ton of he fire extinguisher, 114-A well-planiied and 4pproved maintenance sche js eneitia o ence that extngishers, 4). will operate,properly between the time -|ntetvals: stipulated in ‘the: maintenance: prognarme for, xeriodice! inspection! Ieintenances and 1), will not consttute.« potential hazard to pervoi fi vost arto those who operate ‘or rehbie the extinguishers. AL Periodic inspectio’ of fite extinguishers shall inglide a cheoke oF at Jeng the Following iveins: b) - Nojobstrdetion'ta bees or visibility; “.6). Oporsting insityetions, oa-Aarboplate legible 1d factrg ous, £4) Safer sald and tamer nica notbroken Ponts oa 2) Falls determine by weighing orl {> Bxaminagio: for obvious physical damage, ‘creosign leakage, 0° clogged nozles 2) Pressure gauge reading or iidicator in-he operable ruige'or postions ind i) Condition oftyres, wheels carriage hose, nd inozale cheek (for healed vit). ‘Twble 3 Sui ability of Diferent ‘types dt Vie Eatingulhers for Different Classes of Fes (Cldusé 10.1). ‘SiN aa ‘Typo orale Typecti es Wes ae o °, i : bat Ae CD 1), Ele exngloe, wn! ee Gang erie) 19 940 and 1 18585 SN NS 8S uy.“ Feel, arr ype red ies), 1.6234 SONS NS ONS 1h) Pextogunhos ech cel ors ye (cre). 18 10204 a 313086 S08 NS ONS 18) Mela, mechs! fu pe tote! per) IS 4881 a 15387 Se SONS NS Ds _> Bedagulien ey puder tne (red nan 18 1388 S88 ONS i) + Peetu dy powder ype ous atdge) 182171 ad IS 0688 S08 SONS 25S Ht eager, dy power type for metal ies. 8 1833 Rs ks Ns i) Fhetetigushr earn alone it, 8 2878 aa 1S 8149 MBs SNS 1a)" 5 Pe eulagulae, clea ager gn pe 15583. So 8 ONS ‘5, Breexngulbe, ate 1211 pe, 4862 Pa 1) en 19 11108 SS ONS ible, NS-Not Sule, 2 See Anson Afri of aan Sandieiii ali adel i ais 18 2190 : 2010 11.6 Corrective Action ‘When an inspection of any fire extinguisher reveals a deficiency in any of the conditions, immediate corrective action shall be taken, 11.7 Rechargeable Fire Extinguishers When an inspection of any rechargeable fire extinguisher reveals @ deficiency in any of the conditions, it shall be subjected to applicable maintenance procedutes. 11,8 Non-rechargeable Dry Chemical Fire Extinguisher ‘When an inspection of any non-rechargeable dry ‘chemical fre extinguisher reveals a deficiency in any ‘of the conditions, it stall be removed from further use, discharged, and destroyed at the instruction of the ‘owner or returned to the manufactorer. 119 Non-rechargeable Halon/Clean Agent Fire Extinguisher When an inspection of any aon-rechargeable fre ‘extinguisher containing a halonelean agent revels 2 deficiency in.aly ofthe conditions, it shall be removed from servieg;inot discharged, and returned to the ‘manufacture the fre extinguishers not returned to the manufactur itshall be returned ta Gre equipment dealer or disultntor to peri recovery of che hon, 11.10 General Safety Precautions for Maintenance 11.10.1 While opening any extinguisher for raintenanee, 4) encore tat theres no residual pressure in any hore andlor nozzle assembly: 1) unscrew the cap or valve assambly stony for {wo oF thee tr ony, allow any residual pressure to escape via the vet holes and do not unscrew it Forther uni ll pressure is released, keep away the heed and body 10 avoid injories; €) donot depend on pressure indicating devices like gages (in the eases of stored pressure type extinguisher) to verity whether the container is under pressure or not, as they could malfunction; 4) if prostace is not being relessed ater unscrewing the cap or valve assembly tvo o three’ turns, then do not unscrew it further without taking appropriate safety measures; sudden reoase of pressure may eject parts, cap assembly, of the contents of the extinguisher. The use of suitable clamping arrangements and appropriate personal proteotion is advisable: ©) under no circumstances should the valves of carbon dioxide or stored pressure type ‘extinguisher of gas cartridges! containers be attempted to be removed under filled conditions; and 1) atall times when attempting to remove parts from extinguisher atthe time of inspection ‘maintenance, persons, should ensure that they are clear of any parts which may be ejected, 11.10.2 Other Safety Guidelines 4) Dry powder extinguisher should be opened oniy in the driest available conditions and for the minimum time, necessary forexamination, to minimize the effect of atmospheric moisture on the povider. Moisture causes aking ofthe powder, 8) Itiseven more important tat mixing or croxs- contamination of different types (BC/ABC/ ) of powder be avoided as it may cause chemical reaction resulting in dangerous pressure build-up in the container, Thi reaction may become apparent only ater a few weeks, 6) Allsssing components should be cleaned and properly Tubricated wo prevent leakage afer recharso. 4) Check presnure indicating devices to ascertain thet it pives proper readings ©) Never connect stored pressure extinguisher to be charged directly to the high pressure source. Connecting directly to the high pressure source could cause damage or even rupture ofthe container and may result inthe injury. Only those gas eartsidges which will suit the particular type and capacity of the extinguisher should be used. Do not use higher capacities than recommended. 1) Certin recharging matrils deteriorate with 4ge, expoture to excossve temporature and moisture, Storage of recharge materials for tong, periods should be avoided. 5) Normal workshop compressors deliver ait with high moisture eontent, Moisture taps ‘ill ony remove the moisture pasty, and ma Jed to caking of powder, hydrolysis of halogenated agents, clogging of pressure ‘gauges and internal ccrosion. Blowersdryers should be used to clean hose ad hose fitings. J) Onall higher enpacity dry powder and eacbon dioxide extinguisher equipped witha shut-off ‘nozzle, the ose (Without the nozzle) should bbe removed and tested annually.11,10.3 Guidelines forthe Evaluaiion of Damage und Corrosion 11.0341 scl o pretty dfine th isso the extent of damage or cortosion that makes an ‘extinguisher ‘unsafe’ or ‘unfit! for service, Evaluation largely depends on the judgement of the competent person based’on experience, However, some typics! examples ag elted below for guidance. 11.10.32 Typical’ conditions indicating that an extinguisher is unsafe foruse Potentially the most seriods hd of detective axtinguiaters is the sudden uncontoled release ot presse of ejection of pas Would because due to ay one of tho following gases; ‘a):v Coirosibn, weil and teat or damage to theeads, of ay prose tetining pat, 8) “Concsiow of welds and 2). Extensive general oriostn ot vere piting, 11.10.33 ypical conditions indicating that an extinguisher is wnfifon ise 5 ‘An pitnguistor nay be sansideréd yal fr use citer ipgoas ts -anlikely os oyate-cotrcty or beanie ddamaye-or gortosion.s ikely to become worse and rake te étingolser untae for use. Some of sch conditions being: 4) Bubbling or separation fromthe ital of a * plastic lnig/povider eoaing} jt body onder « plastic “Uininipowder coatings js €).- Comtésiog of te. metal body unilera zine of 4) -@oarosion, weer or demage to any part ofthe ‘operating oF conti: meebahis. 11.10.34 General condition ot affecting function: or sie) “anextingulshet sual reat sf and functional under the following typical cotditions: a)” Staining oF discoloration of lining oF dip tubes} by’ Bxtemal blemishes or slight scratches or ‘dents; ©) Slight isting of parts not subject to pressure; and ), The presence of corrosion products from any nietal lining (Lypically white salts of zinc, or tin and lead). 11.11 All the extinguishers installed in the premises should be: subjected to detailed inspection as per the ‘check Tist (applicable to monthly as inspection) and 12190 2010 after thorough examination and rectification, if found suitable, be re-charged and putin servie. 11,42 The mintéuance, Inspectoi and testing ofall extinguisher in respect of mechanical pars, extinguishing. media and expelling means should be carried out by. properly trained, and competent personnel at frequent interval, bur i Teast once a ‘month, to ensure that these are in tieir proper condition ‘ad have not been accidentally discharged or lost prossure or stifferéd damage, Regular inspection of all. fextingwishers and their components Tike spare -cartridges-and refills kept inv ‘the stores: ‘should also be done ts enyie that Lisp are tn proper eoition and fit for use 1413 The fllonse procadure sl be ellowed for quarterly maintenance: 4), Clean i extertor oft extinguishes, polish ‘he painted postion With wax polish. the brass/ "gun metal pars ith eta polish chromium pitted patts with silver polish and plastic coinponents to be thoroughly washed with soap volutian’and aun did duns aio Sap nats “grease the'thiedds of the cap, Plunger etc, and wpe elon. : 4d). Make sire the the ¢x@ngusher i in peoper ‘condition and is not: accjslemually:dischanged. Tn.ease of signed. presbure extinguisher, presse gage is ia be check for coset, 2) Check allthe componente extinguisher ‘sper the sintensice, chock list given for sigh tye of extinguisher under Annet C. 1)“ Maintennivee shall'be gatzied out by the mavufactuters or his authorised agent or professional firemen, 4,14 Over nnd above the quareryinsjistion all the ‘extinguisher shall be’ subjected 16 & more vrough pectin aleast once in yeas, Advantage should be taken ofthis annal ingpeetion to tain personnel in the operation of extinguishers The'annual inspection should consist the following procedure: 2), Inthe first instance, by rotation if tie ‘extinguisher is dve' for discharge test, afer ‘ensuring thatthe cap and:componeots are fully tightened nozzles and vent holes ate free of any dust or drt, operate the extinguisher for {esting the performance,15 2190 : 2010 )_ Incase the extinguisher is not falling due for discharge test (see 12.3) as per the schedule of records, empty the contents of the extinguisher in clean buckets and remove all the components. In case the extinguisher is operated, after operation clean the extinguisher and remove all components, Ia case it is failing in discharge test, procedure given in this standard is to be followed, ‘¢) Examine the inside surfzce of the eylinder as well as the surface of the containers forthe condition of plating, for any rust Formation, ete. 1) If there are visible rust marks, wash the cylinder thoroughly with clean water, dry it anu fillt with water for 24h and observe the surface again, If there ave still signs of rust formation and plating thickness is not adequate, te surface should be freshly plated ‘or phosphated as the case may be (see also 11.103), ©) The above procedures are for water type gas pressyye, foam and dry powder type fire extinuisher. In case of CO, and clean agent extinguisher if the eylinders are not due for rechirging than check the weight of the contents and the pressue ofthe container with its contents. Ifthe sume isin order as per the monthly checklist, then the contents need not be discharged. If, however, these extinguishers are due for an operational test, then after operational cet, if facitites aze available for pressure testing and recharging, the eylinders can be pressure tested and re- charged at site after checking up the exterior and other components, or alternately should besentto the manufacture oF otxes competent agency for pressure testing and re-charging 1) Examine the external surface of the fire extinguisher in respect of painting and if there isdamage to the painting, the surtece should be ro-painted us per the requivements of relevant Indian Standard, 2) Checkup the condi not in order ensure to replace with correct label. fh) Examine the eylinder and its components in detail apart from fenctional point of view For any physical damage, erucks, dents, etc. In ese of any doubt, such components if those ‘re pressure parts, should be subjected to hydraulic pressure test. If the damage is, beyond repair, the part should be replaced by ‘a correet component, J) The annual inspection should be combined With the testing requirements as given under 12 for operational test and hydraulic pressure test |) The extinguishers after inspection should be refilled immediately ane the dste of inspection and refilling should be indelibly marked on the extinguishers and recorded in the register of fire extinguishers NA4.1 Water (Stored Pressure)/Powder (Stored Pressure) Extinguisher As this type of extinguisher is pressurized, it can be ‘opined for inspection/maintenance afterdischarge only It should be tested for discharge as per Annex D and raintenance described in 11.141 (a) to (h), camied out a) Check the pressure gauge, discharge the extinguisher and check its performance; b) Check the pressure guuge before and after discharge for its correctness; ©) Open the extinguisher and check the body externally snd internally using an illuminating probe; for corrosion or damage take action as per 11.10; 4) Examine valve assembly, discharge hose, nozzle, steiner, vent holes, siphon tobe and clean; ©) Examine sealing washers, siphon tube and hhoso (if fitted }, and replace, ifnecessary; Check the operating mechanism for free movement and clean, rectify ot replace, if necessary’ 8). Refill the extinguisher with fresh water or powder (stored pressure), screw cap tightly ‘nd pressurise the extinguisher, checking the pressure gauge for corect presture (see also 11.10 ); and h) Replace safety clip’wine seal or equivalent as nally fitted. 12‘ TESTING OF FIRE EXTINGUISHERS 12 The testing of fire extinguishers consists of a byéraulic pressure test and performance test, These {ests shall be carriod out as per the norms an frequency given below, 12.2 Hydraulic Pressure Test 12.2.1 The pressure test of al types extinguisher should be carried out at intervals mentioned against each her at pressure and for the period mentioned ‘agunst them in Annex E, The hyeraulic pressure testing shhoald be carried out such that atleast one-third (1/3) of{he extinguishers installed in& premises ar tested as per Annex E every year If any of the extinguishers ils in tichydraalic pressure testto meet the requirements given jn Annex E, then afior repairs, the extinguisher should be subjected to pressure testing, If it passes the tsk x8 per ‘thorequirements mentioned above, the extinguisher shal te relanied and, if it fails, the extinguisher should be rejected ind condemned as per the procedute and afer record the sane in the register of fire extinguishers and replace with new fire extinguishes. On the bass of life ‘of extinguisher, the extinguishers shall not be usedates, ‘expiry ofits life as given in Annex F, 12.2.2 Pressure Test Procedure and Safety Precuuiions 4) Allyl and internal pts shall removed and the extinguiser emptied, i) Alt aces of extinguishing materi tke dry powder/mectial foam shouldbe removed fron inside the shell bere ifing with wer, ©) In'the cise of externally mounted gas. cattridges/coftainers for higher capacity dry pode exthigulhers; the cartidgelconier rit be-zemaved. and shell opening be suitably plugged: » 6) These. the hydrosale test pup ths attached to the flexible connection to the diychacge nozzle, hoe asseublyor est iting, the cave ray bet ‘¢) The extinguisher should then be placed in a. stable protective test cago,0F behind & - protective shielasrier before apptying the testpressuey Ay “The cap octhe tot fitting, asthecage may be, ist be tightened slowly while the water ‘spply fenains open, When all the ented ait within the, shell has been bled off, and ‘water emerges the cap/test fitting must!be tigbened fully: £). Pressute ts then applied slowly otha the test pressute (as given in Annex B) is reached slowly. within | min, and: maintainied for the Gontion of 2.5 min, Observation are mace stoutdstonion o leakage of the extinguisher body if any. fh) “Aterhydrautc testing, ald traces of water and moisture must-be removed from dry powder and stored pressure extinguishers preferably by use of suitable cylinder dryer taking care that the temperature within the shel does not exceed 65. 123 Discharge Test All extinguishers installed ina premise imespective of being use ina live fire condition shall be subjected to ‘an operational test as per the frequency of testing given 18 2190 : 2010 in Annex D, Tho operational test should be carried out in such « frequency; keeping in view the freqneney {given in Annex D for type of the extinguisher, in annually cyclic manner so that all. the extinguishers installed in a promise are subjected to discharge test. fmore than {0 percent of the extinguishers, subjected to discharge test fil during the testing, then all the extinguishers installed in the premises shail be subjected 0 the discharge test. 12,4 Gas Cartridge Tivease of ga eartidaes if deo is loss of more than 10 per cant of orginal vas, diese should be sont for recharging and replaced with feah chung. At he ime (oF recharging the cartidg, the carsidge should be tested for hydrostatic test according tothe provisions 9f 18°4947 and should be re-used only subject to passing of requirement. 13 MAINTENANCE OF RECORDS. ‘Thieveeoids of maintenance; inspection and testing of all fire extinguishers including ts operational history shal be natin in epister3spor the formant given im ABNER Go Ls 1GREJECTED EXTINGUISHERS. ‘The rected fre extinguishes should be'cur centrally aAvoss the bpd and made nusablé before dispose 50 aso prohibit thairsabscquent use, The dite of ejection ‘ind the mode dips shobd be recoded in tho registor ‘of fire extinguisher (aee Annex O%: 18 RECHARGING 15. General 15.1. All réchargeable-typé fire extinguishers shall te Fecherged after any use ‘or ds indicated by an inspection’ or’ when perforwiing ‘maintenance. Extinguishers whieh are'out of serviee for rhaintenance ‘of recharging should be replaced by. extinguisher(s) having the same class and at least equal rating. Inno case, extinguishers of other fueility should be withdrawn for this purpose, 15.1.2, When performing ‘or recharging, the recommendations of the manufacturer shall be followed, 15,1 ‘The umount of recharge agent shall be verified by weighing. The recharged gross mass shall be the same es the gross mass that is marked on the label, For those fite extinguishers that do it ive the gross mass ‘marked on the label, a peymanent label that indicates the gross mass shall be alfixed t6 the cylinder. The label containing the gross weight shall be a durable ‘material of a pressure-sensltive, self-destruct type.182190: 2010 15.14 Conversion of Fre Extinguisher Types [No fire extinguisher shal be converted from one type to another, or shall any fire extinguisher be converted (0 use a different type of extinguishing agent. ize extinguishers shall not be used for any. other purpose than that of afr extinguishes 15:15 Leak Test After recharging, a teak test shall be performed on stored-pressure and self-expelling types of fire extinguishers. 15.2 Frequeney 15.24 Pump Tank (Bvery 12 months) Pap nk water nd pump tank calcu chloride bed ashes pen ore exnguisr sal be echarged ‘ih no chemicals oF wate, as pliable 1522 Weng Agent ‘The agent in stored-pressure weting agent fre extinguishers shall 6 replaced unm, Only the ‘gen speifed on te area shal be wed for recharging, The se of Water or other agents ie prone. 9 18.23 AFF land FORE The premixed agent in liquid charge-type AFFP (equous iron foam) and FP foming fiucr-protsin foam) fre extinguishers shal be replaced Fens once every year. The agent in oid charge-ype AFF fre extngushers Sl be pac ae rey 5 yea 18.2 Procedures 183.1 Recharge Agents ‘Only those agents specified on the nameplate or agents proven to have equal chemical composition, physical ‘characteristics, and fire extinguishing capabilities shall. be used, Agents listed specifically for use with that fire extinguisher shall be considered to meet these requirements. 18.3. Mixing of Dry Chemicals ‘Moltipurpose BC ot ABC dry chemicals shall not be mixed with alkaline-based dry chemicals, 18.33 Topping OF ‘Tho remainitig dry chemical in @ discharged fire ‘extinguisher shall be permitted to be re-used, provided that itis thoroughly checked for the proper type, ‘contamination, and condition. Dry elemical found to bbe of the wrong type, oF contaminated, shall not be re- used, 15.3 Dry Chemical Agent Re-use Fire extinguishers removed after 5 years for maintenance or hydrostatic testing shall be emptied. ‘The dry chemical agent shell be permitted to be re used, provided a closed recovery system is used and the agent is stored in a sealed container to prevent contamination, Prior to re-use, the dry chemical shall be thoroughly checked for the proper type, contamination, and condition, Where doubtexists with respect to the type, contamination, or condition ofthe «ey chemical, the dry chemical shall be discarded, 15.355 Dry Powder Pails or drums containing dry powder agents for scoop ‘or shovel application for use on metal fires shall be kept full and covered atall times. The dry powder shall, be replaced if found damp, 15.346 Removal of Moisture For all non-water types of fire extinguishers, any ‘moisture shall be removed before recharging, 15.3.7 Halogenated Agent Halogenated agent fire extinguishers shall be charged only with the proper type and weight of agent as specified on the nameplate. 15.3.8 Halogenated Agent Re-use ‘The removal of Halon 1211 from fire extinguishers shall be done only using a listed halon closed recovery system, The removal of agent from other halogenated agent firo extinguishers shall be done only using closed seeovesy system, The fire extinguisher shall be examined intemally for contamination or corrosion, ‘of both, The halogenated agent retained in the system recovery cylinder shell be re-used only, if no evidence of internal contamination is observed in the fire extinguisher oylinder. Halogenated agent removed from fre extinguishers that exhibit evidence of intemal contamination or corrosion shall be processed in the fire extinguisher manufacturer's instructions 15.39 Carbon Dioxide ‘The vispour phase of earbon dioxide shall be not less than 99.5 percent earbon dioxide. The water content ‘of the liquid phase shall be not more than 0.01 peroent bby weight [-30°F (-34.4°C) dew point]. Oil conte ‘of the carbon dioxide shall not exceed 10 ppm by ‘weight, 153.10 Water Types ‘When stored-pressute fire extinguishers are recharged, Covertilling wll result in improper discharge, The proper ‘amount of liquid agent shall be determined by using ‘one ofthe following:® » 9 ¢) ‘Bxaet measurement by weight, Exact meagurement in volumes ‘An anti-overfill tube, if provided; and A fill matk on fio ext provided. 15.3:11 Wer Chemical Agent Re-use \guisher shell, if ‘These agents are not to bo re-used. Ifa wet chemical she is partially discharged, all temaining wet al sball be discarded. Wet chemical agent shall be discaided and replaced at the hydrostatic test interval. 15:4 Precautionary Pressurization Measures 15.4.1 Pressure Gauges Replacemient: pressine gauges shall have the proper indicated charging (service) pressure, shall be tnarked for use with the agent inthe fire extinguisher, and shall ‘be compatible with the fire extinguisher valve body material 15:42 Stored-Pressure-Type Fire Extinguishers Aechargesie sticd-presure-po fr extinguishor Shill'be présrurized-only to the charging rosie Specified ow the fire ‘extinguisher nameplate, The manufactorer's peessvfizing. edapter shall. be contested to the velve dsiembly before the fire extinguisher is pressurized A regulated source of presse, set ao highet than 25 pst (172 KPa) above fhe operating (service) pressure, shall be ted 10 pitssuize firs extinguinhos, The gauge usod to set {he apulated oure of presse sal be aoe a Toast annually 45.42,1 An unregulated source of pressure, sich as 2 nitrogen eyinder wiht prestie regulator, shall never be usd becuse the fie extingulser ot be cverpressuried and possibly uptire 15.4,2.2 A fire extinguisher shall never be left connected fo the regulator of w high-pressure source for an extended period of time. A’ defective regulator could cause the container to rupture due 10 excess pressure. 18.2190: 2010 1843 Pressurizing Gas ‘Only standard industial-grade nitrogen with a dow point of - 60°F (-51°C) or lover’shall be used to pressurize stored-pressure dry chemical and hulogenated-type lire extinguishers. Compressed air through moisture traps shall not be used for pressurizing even though’so staled in the instructions ‘on older fire extinguishers, 154.3:1 Compressed air shall be permitted to be used from special compressor systems capable of delivering air with a dew point of -60°P (-51.1°C) of ower. The special compressor system shall be equipped with an autoniatic nonitering and alarm system to ensue that {the der point remains at or below ~60"F (-51.1°C) at all ies, 15.4.3,2 Class Dand halocu:ton treextinguishers shall be re-prossurized only with the type of expellant gas referred toon the fire extinguisher label. 155 Recharge Record Keeping ach fe exngier sl ave ato abel seely attached that indates the mth snd yor recharging ‘was petfortied and thet identifies the person performitig the service.-A: ‘Verification -of Service’ {maintenance or rechsegig) collar shall il be ‘altiched to the extinguisher: 15.51 Liquefied’ ‘gas, lialdgenated agent, and carbon diode etngalshets that have Bon echrged wit vlge temoval shall not be tésued to heve’& “Verification of Service” collar installed following, risharge. ‘ : 15.64 Catridye and oyindetopetated extinguishers sta not be required tohve a “Verteationof Service! collajstaled. 16 SPARE REFILLS cis iméstnt that erin of 10 percent (of the number of various types of extingufihers bo charge) replacéinentchagés/efils should alway be avaible io stock to that discharged extinguisher can bo re- charged and bronght into use promptly,182190 : 2010 ISNo. 940: 1989 641 : 1988 2171 1999 2546: 1974 2878 : 2004 4308 : 2008 4862 Pe 1)! 1986. 4947 2006 (6234: 2003 71673: 2004 Title Funotional requirements for twin CO, fire extinguishers (trolley ‘mouunted) (first revision) Specification for portable fire extinguisher, mechanical foam type (frst revision) Specification for higher capacity dry powder fire extinguisher (trolley mounted) (first revision) Specification for portable fire ‘extinguishers — Halon 1211 type Specification for dry powder fire extinguishers for metal fires Specification for fie extinguisher 50 litre capacity wheel mounted ‘water type (ges cartridge) ‘Specification fr 50 lite capacity fire extinguisher, mechanieal foam type Specification for portable fire ‘extinguisher dry powder type (stored pressure) Day chemical powder fighting A, B, CC class fires — Specification Fiteextinguisher—135litre capacity ‘chemical foam type — Specification Portable fire extinguisher mechanical foam type (stored pressure) — ‘Specification Portable fire extinguisher — Performance and construction ANNEX A (Clauses 2, 7.2 and 10.10) LIST OF REFERRED INDIAN STANDARDS Tile IS No, Portable fireestinguisher, watertype 8149; 1994 (gas cartridge) — Specification Fourth revision) Code of practice for fire safety of 10204: 2001 buildings (general): General principles of fire grading and classification (frst revision) 10658 : 1999 Specification for portable five ‘extinguishers, dry powder (cartridge type) (owrth revision) 11108 ; 1984 Specification for galvanized mild steal fire buckets (rst revision) 11833 : 1986 Fire extinguisher, earbon dioxige type (portable and trolley mounted) 133851992 = Specitication (third eevision) Dry chemical powder for fighting B mim fer Speen 1386: 1992 (second revision) Specification for portable fire 1984971998 extingwishers for air craft: Part | Heloa 1211 type (frst revision) ato Gas cartridges for use in fire exingten —Spesetonrd aps 201 Portable fire extinguishers, water 15397 2003 type (stored pressure) — Specification (ira revision) Fite fighting equipment —Glossery 13683 : 2005 of terms (frst revision) ANNEX B (Clause 5.3) RECOMMENDATIONS FOR INSTALLATION OF FIRE EXTINGUISHERS Bel Occupancies classified according to IS 1641 ore ssiven together with nature of fire hazard and type of fire risk along with typical cxamples, The BR lassfications, groupings, et, given in this Annex are only for general guidance for installa extinguishers, and not for other purpos no firet 182190: 2010 Group F Group G a — Re B3 Mercantile buildings Tdustrial buildings SH MH sit MH LH ME LH MH LH Chass B Chass: A Class A Class A Class A. Class A Class B Class B Class B Cac B Class of Type of Occxpancy Nature af Class of Typical Feanples Occupancy Occupancy Fire Group A Residential buildings LH Class A Lodging or rooming, one or evo family bouse, pavate dwelings, comitories, apartmerk houses, Hats, upto 4 sar hotels, ete LH Class Swallktchens having LPG concscion, electrical brates, te MH Clase A. Maltisloreyed buildings, mutévsk buildings, five tarhotes, te Group B ‘Educational bulldings LA ‘Class A Tutorials, vocational. 7 exlleges, com MH Clas A Sebools colleges ete Group C ~ Institutional buildings MH Class A Hospitals, sanatria, towes'for aged, oaphanage jails ete em MEST, sly hla nth rmiscums,estauranis. places of worship, club rooms, dace bal, ee, aving. seating capacity : of over 1 00 persons pe MA. Class A Theatres, assembly hall, exhibitions halls, ruse eszuranis, places, of worship, club rooms, dance halls, ete, haying seating capacity ‘ess than 1,000 persons: ‘Theatres, assembly. halls, exhibition halls, ruioums, resaurans, placed oF worship, chub fooms, dance’ halls, ele, bat having ‘eomimodation for-raare than 300 persons, bul less than 1000" persons, with ao. permanent seating arrageinent, ‘Theates, assez!) halls, exhibition halls ‘useums, retain, places of worship club ‘fooms, dance halls, cl but having, feeommedation, es than’ 300 and those. not coversd uncer Del 19 D3 Offices, banks, record tooms, archives, libri, ata processing centes, te Laboratories, reseaith establishment, test houses, eo ‘Computer installations. Shops, somes, ack, departmental store, “ncergfound shopping cers, etc: Small industrial units CCoirygnied. carton manufacturing, nit, paper cane units, packing case matufacuring units, cotton wéste manufacturing units Large numbor yas, saw mils, godowns and ‘warehouses sling combustible materials, cold storages, eight depois, ee Demensration chemical plants, small chemical processing plans pilot pants et: ‘Workshops, painting shops, large ktches, indusuial ‘canteens, generator rooms, heat treamment shops, ead robber manufacturing unl petrol bunks, tubes an laps nis, et Peitoleum processing units, chemicel plants, industil aol plans, ‘fluent weatment plans ee152190: 2010 Class of Type of Occupancy Nature of Class of ‘Typical Beamples Occupancy Occupancy Fire MH ClassC. S HA Class Feniliser plants, petrochemical plants, LPC boating plans, ot HH Class D All processes involving use of combustible highly flammable material, reactive metals and alloys including thee storage RRR) emote liquid stores, storage in drums end ? extinguishers or ABC $ kg/6 kg LHL Occupancy One 9 litre foam extinguisher, fire extinguisher, for every 200 m? mechanical or BC or ABC, ‘with minimum of 4 extinguishers 5 kp/6 kg fire extinguisher, for per compartmentiflocr, The every 200 m? of floor area or part extinguisher should be so located thereof with minimum of two 4s to be available within 15 extinguishers per compartment or radius floor. The extinguishers should be 41§ 2190 : 2010 ‘0 loeatedsas to be available within should be available within xradius {sim radius, of 15 m, “MIF. Occupancy. Two 9:litce foam extinguisher, HH Oecupancy’ Dry powder extinguisher (stored mechanical type, oF 56 kg dry preseute) of 10 kg or 6.5 kg CO; powder extinguisher (or one of cextinguishen, or 5 ke clean agent ‘each Iype) for-every. 200 m? area cextingblsher for every 100 ni of with mininium of four floor area or part thereof, subject ier 'per Compaitaient toa minimum of two extinguishers, isher should be avallable of same type per room or ‘within 15 ny rads, 9° compartinents Extinguishers i should be available within a radius HHL Oncupiiey “Provision sper MH, and in addition to one 50 lie mechanical foatn yowentngdisherOx25%gDC 8.2.4 Class D fire extinguisher for every 100°m# ‘oF pat thereof one: 135 lite foun, mechanical extinguisher for every’ 300 nf oor are pitt thereof, of 103 12) kg dry powder extinguisher ‘with special dry powder for metal fires for every 100 mt? of floor area i (of pact thereof with minimum of HH. Occupancy B23 Clas . swo. extinguishers per i f coniparimpentlcoom. Extingoishers LH Oceupatidy "One 2/3: kg dry. powder.of elean shovild be avatlable within a radius agent extinguipher fot every of 10m. 20 m# of floor aregor part thereof extinguisher avalible within 15 m radius : {Ti econ te eins a ape wont, “Gye ere eto than ape Atph cpu xg unine Notas MH ‘Oskopiiney “One 1OKY dy powderentigusher ny be atonal ane aut eens tat {cloned presune)'b; 63 krearban POP aly pe city. be wed siete gushes brS kasleah.~ Binenet port @Ogeln awning vine mer ‘epee nn O48, The talons sil 8 epee eel ine Oly. “4.01 npleotaen S563, 6 ken 9g dy powder ‘agent for/|00 m? of floor area oF pire thereof: with mininiym of one linguist of th sme type for Singers seen 3 e108 2 oe ‘very conipatmionts extinguisher” satnguaho ANNEX C i ¢ (Clause 1113.) _MAINTENANCK CHECK LIST FOR FIRE! ustNGUISiNERS ; (FOR ROUTINE CHECK AND QUARTERLY MAINTENANCE) Nors!—‘burig gpteoniaitnns of exten seme fon seven: Comoded ga exrtridge fal nto ted ne Th ne Te siesta " 6) Examiné the gas cartridge for mass. If there. (C-L FIRE EXTINGUISHER, WATER TYPE.GAS is loss of shore than 10 percent of original CARTRIDGE (oe 18 $40, 1813888 and TS 15683) mass, the cairidge should, be: sent for ce ‘carping after being replace by charge ) Open teextingusher, se the vatorisveland—°.. gne-Horre-chegiag, procedure iven in E24 throw away the winter chars. Sfoald be allowed. 1) Beaminethe extinguisher bodyintemallyand ——_d)_ Examine noe, staies vent hole internal externally for corrosion and damaged ddscharge tube and sealing washer replace ‘conditions with illuminating probe. Damaged them if not in good condition, Otherwise clean and corfoded extinguishers should be therm thoroughly.18.2190: 2010 ©) Check the operating mechanism for free ‘movement and piercing mechanism if working properiy, Refill the fire extinguisher with clean water, C-2 FIRE EXTINGUISHER, WATER STORED PRESSURE TYPE (see 1S 6234 and IS 15683) 8) Examine and verify that the pressure gauge ‘or any other prossure indicating device fited inis indicating te internal pressure correcty, if he extinguisher shows loss of pressure of ‘more than {0 percent, refer to the ‘manufacturer's instructions for appropriate action, b)_ xamine the extinguisher body externally for conosion or damage (see 11.10) ©) Weigh the extinguisher (with or without the operating mechanism according to the ‘manofwetuser's instructions) or use suitable alternate means to check that it contains the correct mass of liquid, Check the mass against the mass recorded when it was first put into 4) Examine the nozzle and hose and clean, if necessary. ©) Examine the hove for wear and replace, ifnot in good condition. £) Where the extinguishers are designed to have the operation mechanism removed, check the ‘operating mechanism and discharge control (where fitted) for free movement, clean, rectify or replace, if necessary. 8) Replace safety clip/wire seal or equivalent orice as originally ited. bh). Relillehe fire extinguisher with clean water, [NOTE — Ae his ipo of exingult Is pressurised i an be opened foc inspection only alr diccare of the exinguinter. I should be subcted to disharge/ peformance ts every two Yours C-3 FIRE EXTINGUISHER, FOAM TYPE MECHANICAL (see IS 10204, 1S 13386 and TS 15683) 8) Open the extinguisher, check the liquid lever, oat liquid in separate clean receptacie to see i there is uny sediment at the bottom of the cylinder, Rejoct the charge ifthere is sufficient sludge formation. b) Bxamine the extinguisher externelly and inferaally for any corrosion or damage. Damaged and ccrroded extinguisher should be romoved from service, Corroded gas cartridge should also be replaced ©) Examine the gas cartridge of mass. If there is loss of more than 10 percentof original mass, replace it with fully charged one. ®) Examine the foam generating nozzle, strainer, vent holes, internal discharge tube ceiling washer, etc. Replace them, f notin good condition. Otherwise clean them thoroughly, ©) Check the operating mechanism for free ‘movement and piercing mechanism forproper working, {) Clean the hose assembly and check it for any dusVsediment at either shank ends. C-4 FIRE EXTINGUISHER, FOAM TYPE MECHANICAL STORED PRESSURE (see IS 15397 and IS 15683) Examine and verify thatthe pressure gauge or any other pressure indicating device flted in is indicating the tomnal prossure correctly, ifthe extinguisher shows a Joss of pressure of more than 10 percent, refer to the ‘manufacturer's instrvetions for appropriate action. ‘Open the extinguisher, check the Squid lever. Pour Tiguid in separate clean veceptacle to seeifthereisany sediment atthe bottom: of the eylinder. Reject the ‘charge, if there is sufficient shudge formation. 4) Bxamioe the entinguishor body extornaly For conosion oF damage (see 11.10) b) Bxamine the foam generating nozzle, struner, vent holes, interna discharge tube ceiling washer, ete. Replace them, if aot in good condition. Otherwise clean them thoroughly ©) Weigh he extinguisher (with or widhoat the operating mechanism according to the manufacturer's instructions) or use suitable altomate means to cheok that it contains the comect mass of liquid, Check the mass against the mass recorded when it was fist put nto Examine the nozzle and hose and clan, i necessary ©) Examine th hose for wear and replace, in good condition. 1) Whe the extinguishers ae designed te have the operation mecbanism removed, check the ‘operting mechanism and discherge contol (here Fitted) for free movement, clean, rectify or replace, i necessary. 8) Replace safety cliphvire seal or equivalent device as originally fited. 1) Reil the ire extinguisher with compound. ot-5 FIRE EXTINGUISHER, DRY POWDER ‘TYPE GAS CARTRIDGE (see 1S 2171, 18 10658, 18 11833 and IS 15683) Al dry powder extinguishers should be inspected and maintained in accordance with the following. Tie dry ‘powder extinguisher should be gpeyed in a dry room. and for'« minimum possible time to ayoid effect to atmospheric mojsture Gn powder, 8). Day powder extinguisher, where dischargs conto is ited onthe nozzle, should be operated before opening the extinguisho to onsue thet. there is po presse inthe extinguisher 10) Weigh the extinguisher to.check the ecrrect ‘mags of powder filled in it which should be rharked on the body’ of extinguisher and ‘eo0td bok whe if was first put into service, ©) Open-the ‘extinguisher und: temove gas cattidge and see that sealing: ise js intact. ‘Weigh anid compare its mass with full mess coftariidge natkéd ont Incase, loss mass dsmore than 10 percent, it shouldbe replaced by lew cartridge. 6 @L Check the: operating, mechanism, diseiaige »,eotirlforfro movernent it posing, xalnibe _ngede, hose, sett holes, piescing meckanism ‘of cap cartridge oldes, grease and wipe clean. 4) Removethe anes (fan) td cleanpor Hotes, 1}. Empty the ty poivder ta dey eéntaner and cexaie for aking ihn si foreign ate, 1 ith ele rpg wich nee dry powder chat. 2) kami thet Sxtinguisher body itemally for any damage orcoirosion and repli conroded ‘of damaged extinghishe: fhy “‘Clgan the extinguishe? using diy aie, 3s’ Retuen dieoviing! chard tothe extinguisher land it the certridge and other fittings. 2K) ln cage of higher eapcity dy: powder fire ‘Xtinguisher as per IS 10658, remove the ‘easbon dioxide cylinder and cheek the weigit marked on the‘eylindet 1 énsure tat the size conforms to. that. stipulated, in. the specficatin. On weighing, ibe lows of mass 4 more than 10 pefcent it should be stat for recharging. Also'exaniine the wheal carriage and gischagge hose assembly’ wlth’ control onze for fre flow atd tos it with dry att: ‘m)‘In'sas of dry powidet extinguisher for metal fire ws per 18 11833, in addition to () above, ‘examine the applicator pipe end the discharge shower head for freedom froth clogging and ‘lean it with dry at. Sample of the dry powder ” 18 2190 : 2010 for metal fice way be tested op a sina fire of ‘magnesives turning oF chips o ensure thatthe powder is stable for metalic ire risks 4) The safety valves and pressure gauges fitted on higher capacity extinguishers shoutd bo ealibcated once in 3 yeas and corded inthe register C-6FIREEXTINGUISHER, CARBON DIOXIDE ‘TYPE (Geo 18 2878, 18 8149 and IS 18683) 8) Bxamine eitinguisher body. externally, Damaged or corroded extinguisher shoud be replaced. 1) Weigh the extinguisher, compare mass against (he mass marked on it for fully, charged extingisher 1 dul bs set for retiling if the lass more than 10 percent of mas, Clean al polish exterally. ©) Exainine hose host anid assembly and clan, Tn caie of teélley mounted extinguisher, acne the wheel eariage or fio movement. C27 FIRE EXTINGUISHER, CLEAN AGENTGAS ‘TYPE (see 18 15683) : 2) «Examine extinguisherbody externally. ‘Damaged or corroded exnglae ‘should be replaced: tb) ‘Cheek thie presture. gaugeito:dee that v0 extinguishes “is*,ptessured. correctly. [Extinguisher showing los in pressure should oy sbe sent te un laehurel fOr pessursaton, ©) Weigh te extinguisher to:check is contents ‘of the extinguishing media and compare it With. iass recorded onthe eylinde. In éa8e fof loss of ore thu 10percent, the extinguisher should be sent for secharging. C-8 FIRE EXTINGUISHER, DR¥ POWDER TYPE STORED PRESSURE {see IS 13849 and 18 15683) All dry powder extinguishers should be inspected and maintained in asesrdence with te folowing, The dry povider extinguisher should be opened in a dry rom and for & minimum possible time to avoid effect almosoherie moisture on powder. 8)” Exéimine sind verify that the pressure gauge ot ‘any other pressure hdicaing device fitted in is ‘indicating the informal pressure comecty ifthe ‘extinguisher shows a loss of piessure of more than 10 percent, refer to the manufscturer’s {instructions for appropriate action b). Examine’ extinguisher body externally. ‘Damaged or corroded extinguisher should be replaced18.2190 : 2010 ANNEX D (Clauses 11.4.1 and 12.3) REFILLING SCHEDULE FOR FIRE EXTINGUISHERS AND SCHEDULE FOR OPERATIONAL TEST ON FARE EXTINGUISHERS D-1 EXTINGUISHERS TO BE REFILLED/ OPERATED FOR PERFORANCE TEST IN ANNUALLY CYCLIC MANNER D-l.1 Once in Two Years 18). Portable fire extinguisher, water type stored pressure b) Portuble fire extinguisher, mechanical foam type stored pressure. ©) 135 litté fire engine, foam type D-1.2 Once in Three Years BC and ABC powder extinguisher confirming to 18 4308 and 1S 14609 respectively. D-1.3 Once in Five Years a) Portable fire extinguisher, water type 9 litte (gasdivtidge), '). Portable fire extinguisher, mechanical foam type 9 litre (cartridge type). ©) Portable fire extinguisher, water type 50 litre (gus cartridge). ) Portuble fie extinguisher, mechanical foam type $0 litre (cartridge type. ©) Fire extinguisher, carbon di (portable and trolley mounted). £) Hiighes capacity dry powder fre extinguisher (rolley mounted. 8). Dry powder fire extinguisher for metal fires. 'b) Cloan agent fire extinguishers ide type ores 1 noonosve envionmoet ts dovimbleto have te change {est cured oa tbl he Fequesey mentioned 2As per te reticton on ees of halo in amespher, it teed not benecestry toretilipsate Hoa 1211 type porabie Tre extoguithr with {a ay spud plod. Howes, ms regan the reseure of njectios gus, tai ry Ny shoal be ‘checked up forthe adequate pregeoe the reso eRe Ineatng gauge andthe contents by weighing We fire centnguisie. ANNEX E [Clauses 12.2.1 and 12.2.2 (g)] ‘SCHEDULE FOR HYDRAULIC PRESSURE TESTING OF FIRE EXTINGUISHERS [Eat Bvery extinguisher installed in premises shall bo hydraulically possure tested as perthe schedule given below, There shall not be any leakage or visible distortion, Extinguisher which fails inthis requirement shall be replaced E-2 The carbon dioxide type and clean agent tye fre ‘extinguishers shal be pressure tested every ime when the cylinders are sont for recharging (after periodic discharge test or otherwise ) to the pressure specified inthe relevant Indian Standard specifications. St ‘Type of Extinguisher Test Test Pressure No. Interval Pressure Maintained for Year —_kgéon? sin i) Water type (gas cartridge) (15 940) 3 35 25 ii) Water type (stored pressure) (IS 6234) 3 35 25 Lil) Water ype (gas cartridge) (1S 13385) 3 35 25 iv) Mechanical foam type (gas cartridge) 1S 10204) 3 35 25 ¥y) Mechanical foam type (stored pressure) (IS 15397) 3 35 28 vi) Mochanical foam type (gas cartridge) (1S 13386) 3 35 2s vii) Mechanical foam type (gas cartridge) 135 lite (1S 14951), 3 35 23182190: 2010 St ‘Type of Extinguisher Test Test ‘Pressure No. Inerial Pressure Maintained for Year kg/m’ min : vill) Diy powder (stored pressure ) (1S 13849) 3 35 25 ix) Carbon dioxide 1S 2878 5 280 a5 x) Clean agent (IS 15683) 3 35. 25. xi) « Dry powder (gas cartridge ) (18 2171, IS 10658 ands 11833). 3 33 25 [NOTE — Bape’ sole hail etd ih op. ANNEX F i (Clauses 12.2.1) peat ap * LIFE OF FIRE EXTINGUISHERS “ ‘SHR. Type of Extinguisher etm, % 2 Year y ‘Water type 10 Foam type 10 Powder ie 10 ‘Carbon dioxide 8 © Clean agent A 210 1 feo extnglstes sa 8 considered rom dt of nico axes 215 ase of for jn tral presnre tetng xtngisher nal eee needy foe the Ue Un lin abo,Bureau of Indian Standards BIS is a statutory institution established under the Bureau of Indian Standards Act, 1986 to promote hhermonious development of the activities of standardization, marking and quality certification of goods and attending to connected matters in the country. Copyright BIS has the copyright ofall its publications. No part of these publications may be reproduced in any form without the prior permission in writing of BIS. 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