Fire Protection

Fire protection testing and fire testing services at Voltec Maintenance

If a fire occurs right now, do you know if your fire equipment is fully operational? Has your company had fire extinguisher testing or other fire protection testing done recently?

Voltec Maintenance Pty Ltd is a local Townsville business specialising in fire protection testing and offers a variety of fire testing services. Part of our commitment to this is our capability to provide a full range of fire testing services here in Townsville. We offer fire extinguisher testing, fire equipment testing, and fire protection testing, as well as a wide range of maintenance services all in line with the current Australian workplace safety standards.

Does your company need to update their fire extinguisher testing log or evacuation plan? Contact us today for a no-obligation quote on all our fire testing services.

Importance of Fire Equipment Testing

Fire equipment testing and inspection ensures that you and your employees can be prepared for a fire emergency and respond quickly. This will aid in reducing property damage, avoiding injuries, and most importantly, saving lives.

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Importance of fire equipment testing and fire protection testing

A Fire extinguisher is the first line of defence and protects you and your business if a fire was to occur. Ensuring this essential piece of equipment will function correctly when it is needed, as well as remaining up to date can sometimes be tricky. This is due to frequent legislation and compliancy rule changes. As experts in fire protection testing, we remain abreast of all the current laws and regulations of the Australian workplace safety standards and ensure your property and business remain compliant with all fire equipment testing requirements.

Voltec maintenance offer quality fire testing services including an evacuation plan. Contact us for more information.

Reliable fire testing services in the Townsville and Cairns area

Voltec Maintenance offer service & maintenance of

Fire Extinguishers
Fire Blanket
Fire Hoses
Fire Evacuation Diagram
Fire Evacuation Plan
Fire Doors
Paths of Travel – Fire Doors

As a general guide one fire extinguisher is required for every 15 meters of floor space you have. This becomes more complex depending on the environment of your site. Fire blanket testing is extremely important, as they are perfect for Class F fires (which involve cooking fats and oils) as well as clothing fires. This means that fire blankets need to be immediately accessible and safe for use in an emergency. However, our Fire Technicians will be able to accurately install, maintain and service in accordance with your requirements. Read more about our fire protection testing and services below or contact us for more information.

Did you know that in addition to fire equipment testing, we are specialised in electrical safety and test & tag services. Learn more about our Electrical Test and Tag Testing, RCD Testing, or Emergency Light Testing.

Australian workplace safety standards – do you have an evacuation diagram and an evacuation plan?

The Australian workplace safety standards are set to ensure that workers and businesses are protected. The fire safety standards are informed by current legislation from the Australian government and can change periodically to ensure the safest working conditions for all throughout Australia. Having an evacuation diagram and an evacuation plan is evidence of your effort to protect your employees and provide a safe working environment. Meeting these fire safety standards means your business should not be liable if the worst were to happen.

Different classes of fire extinguishers and fire extinguisher testing

Understanding the Classes of Fire Extinguishers

Class A:

For basic fires.
Class B:

Used on flammable and combustible liquids.
Class C:

Required for businesses where flammable gases are in use.
Class D:

For controlling fires started by combustible metals.
Class E:

Extinguishes electrical fires.
Class F:

Used in kitchens where grease fires are the greatest risk.

Water

Only suitable for class A fires.

Foam

Suitable for fighting class A and B fires.

Powder

Designed to combat class A, B, and C fires

CO²

Used for combating class B and electrical fires (Class E)

Wet Chemical

Designed for combating fires that involve class F fires

CO²

Used for combating class B and electrical fires (Class E)

There are several different types of fire extinguishers that are all used for different types of fires – it is important to understand their uses, and the danger of using the wrong equipment. Using Voltec Maintenance for your fire extinguisher testing and other fire testing services (like an evacuation diagram) will ensure that your business is protected adequately should a fire occur.

The Voltec Maintenance Fire Protection Testing process

Does your company need fire protection testing? Contact us for a free quote.

Did you know that in addition to fire equipment testing, we are specialised in electrical safety and test & tag services.
Learn more about our Electrical Test and Tag Testing, RCD Testing, or Emergency Light Testing.

Firstly, we need to identify how many fire assets your site contains. This can be done in one of two ways, such as: one of our fire technicians can visit the site or you can send us a picture of your evacuation diagram.

We will then quote your fire servicing requirements and possible replacement or installation if needed.

Once accepted, we will be in touch. We will arrange a time and date for our Fire Technician to visit the site to ensure everything is compliant in accordance to Fire Safety Standard Guidelines.

Our technician will attend the site, complete testing, and accurately record data pertaining to all your fire assets

Lastly, we will compile the data and give you copies of your Fire Safety Metrics, Fire Safety Certificate of Compliance and recommend any changes if required. Following this, we will send you a Calendar reminder for one month in advance of your next testing. This ensures peace of mind and ease of booking the next round of fire protection testing.

Common fire misconceptions

A lot of business owners sit back and believe that their office or workshop is safe enough. Even if you have the gear, if it’s not being maintained, a great risk is still present. According to Firesafety.com.au, 95% of Fires in the workplace are extinguishable. Having extinguishers in the workplace and making your team aware of them is crucial in protecting your businesses future. Hence, ensuring that your workplace has routine fire extinguisher testing and fire equipment testing is essential for the safety of you and your employees.

Another alarming statistic states that only 13% of people are aware of what type of extinguisher to use given the type of fire. This can lead to potentially fatal risks regarding electrical based fires. Hence, the importance of getting professionals to correctly set up and maintain fire protection testing for your fire safety needs.

Fire testing intervals in Queensland

Fire Asset	Interval Testing Required at	Interval Required Replacement at
Fire Extinguisher	6 Monthly	5 Yearly
Fire Blanket	6 Monthly	If Used
Fire Hose	6 Monthly	If Damaged
Fire Hydrant	6 Monthly	If Damaged
Fire Door	12 Monthly	If Damaged
Path of Travel	12 Monthly	If Obstructed

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