Our Fire Hose Reel Testing Procedures

Fire Hose Reels Direct are member of a group of companies that specialise in testing, maintenance
and installation of fire safety equipment. We are experts in this field with an excellent reputation for
high quality service and value. We have the know how, the training and the equipment to thoroughly
test fire hose reels efficiently and with minimum disruption. As a building manager you can be
confident that you have met both your legal and moral obligations for maintaining this vital safety
equipment to the highest standards.
Our fire hose reel testing procedures are customised to meet the requirements of your individual
installation and in line with the building’s fire risk assessment. As a general guide our hose reel
testing includes the following:
 Full inspection of hose, valves, re-wind, nozzles – The integrity of the drum gland nuts and
internal operating valve is checked.
 Hose checks – hose reels are fully unwound and the condition of the hose and
valves/nozzles checked.
 Pressure test –  The equipment is filled with water presurised  and inspected for any leaks to
test the integrity of the reel and hose. Maximum working pressure usually 12 bar so test
pressure is typically 18 bar.
 Flow test – The flow rate of the water delivered by the hose is tested with a flow meter to
ensure that it delivers water at the required rate.
 Maintenance – Client is advised if any repairs or maintenance is required. Our experienced
engineers carry an extensive range of spare parts so wherever possible we can carry this
work out immediately at a very competitive rate.
 Service labels – Details of these tests are recorded on service labels and attached to the
equipment as required.
 Certificate of inspection – If required a certificate of inspection is completed and supplied to
prove the fire hose reel has been tested by a competent person in line with BS-EN-671/3.
 Tidy & clean – At the end of the service, the hose reel is cleaned and rewound. Part of our
service is to aim to leave the site cleaner and tidier than when we arrived!