EAL Level 3 Award in the Servicing and Maintenance of Portable Fire Extinguishers

This qualification is for those who wish to gain the understanding and skills involved with the servicing and maintenance of portable fire extinguishers. Typically these individuals are Fire Safety Officer or are working with a service and maintenance company. This qualification covers the servicing and maintenance of portable fire extinguishers for compliance with BS 5306.  

This British Standard gives detailed recommendations for the commissioning, installation, service, and maintenance of fire extinguishers. Although this British Standard is not a mandatory requirement, it is widely adopted by professional service and maintenance companies. This qualification comprises of a single unit which covers the understanding of the relevant legislation, regulations, and codes of practice; combustion, classes of fire and extinguisher media; fire extinguishers and their components; portable fire extinguisher selection and positioning; and the understanding and skills involved with portable fire extinguisher service and maintenance.

This qualification is supported by the British Fire Consortium (BFC). Learners must be at least 18 years old.