Fire extinguisher maintenance and servicing for supported living buildings

Fire Extinguisher Servicing & Maintenance for Supported Living Premises

Reliable maintenance for care and residential environments

Supported living homes fire safety equipment maintenance

Protecting Communal Areas, Residential Units and Care Spaces

Unlike commercial premises, supported living settings must account for residents who may have mobility challenges, cognitive impairments or health conditions that limit rapid evacuation. Portable fire extinguishers form part of a wider fire safety strategy, providing early-stage fire suppression while supporting safe evacuation procedures for all occupants.

Safe I.S. delivers structured fire extinguisher servicing tailored for supported living environments. Equipment placement, accessibility, and suitability for identified risks are assessed to ensure extinguishers are fully operational and compliant.

Supported living facilities combine private apartments, shared living spaces, communal kitchens, lounges, offices, laundry rooms and staff facilities under one roof. Electrical appliances, mobility aids, medical equipment, and domestic chemicals introduce a varied fire risk profile that requires careful management.

Why You Can Trust Safe I.S. As Your Fire Safety Partner

Managing fire safety in supported living facilities involves coordinating maintenance across residential and communal spaces while ensuring compliance and resident safety. Fire extinguishers must be professionally maintained, clearly documented, and ready for immediate use.

1

Supporting Regulatory Duties

Our documentation helps managers, care supervisors, and responsible persons demonstrate compliance with the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005.

2

Minimal Disruption to Residents and Staff

We understand that care environments operate around daily routines and resident needs. Service visits are scheduled to minimise disruption to care provision and communal activities.

3

Nationwide Coverage

Safe I.S. supports single-site homes and multi-location supported living networks across the UK, delivering consistent service standards and professional guidance at every location.

4

Friendly, Third-Party Certified Engineers

All servicing is carried out under our BAFE SP101 accreditation, independently verifying engineer competence, quality systems, and process integrity.

5

Clear Reporting and Guidance

Following each visit, detailed records of maintenance actions, extinguisher condition, and any recommended remedial work are provided, enabling managers to make informed decisions.

6

Maintenance in Line with British Standards

Extinguishers are serviced in accordance with BS 5306, confirming that units remain operational, correctly sited, and appropriate for their designated risks.

Contact us today to discuss your requirements and receive a free no-obligation quotation.

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BAFE SP101 Accreditation: Recognised Assurance for Care Environments

Safe I.S. holds BAFE SP101 third-party accreditation for the servicing and maintenance of portable fire extinguishers in supported living and residential care facilities. This certification confirms our servicing framework, engineer training, and quality management systems are independently assessed and regularly audited.

BAFE SP101 Accredited Fire Extinguisher Servicing for Supported Living

BAFE is the UK’s independent registration body for third-party certificated fire protection companies. Its national register identifies organisations meeting recognised standards of technical competence and service delivery. For supported living operators, appointing a BAFE-registered provider demonstrates due diligence and ensures confidence in the integrity and professionalism of fire extinguisher maintenance.

Fire Extinguisher Servicing in Supported Living Homes FAQs

Fire extinguishers in supported living environments need annual maintenance and servicing. We've answered the most common questions about what a service at your premises will involve.

1. How often should extinguishers in supported living homes be serviced?

All portable fire extinguishers require annual servicing by a competent person in accordance with BS 5306-3. Regular servicing ensures units remain suitable, operational, and compliant with legislation.

2. What is included during a service visit?

Engineers inspect pressure levels, activation mechanisms, discharge components, hoses, valves, tamper seals, mounting security, and signage. Minor consumables are replaced to maintain compliance.

3. Will servicing disrupt residents or staff?

No, our visits are low impact. Engineers require only brief access to each extinguisher and scheduling can be coordinated to avoid interference with resident routines or care activities.

4. Which extinguisher types are serviced?

We maintain portable extinguishers from 1kg to 20kg, including CO₂, water, water mist, foam, powder, and wet chemical units. Fire blankets are also serviced where installed.

5. Is fire extinguisher maintenance legally required in supported living homes?

Yes, under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, fire safety equipment must be kept in efficient working order and good repair. Documented annual servicing by a competent provider is essential for compliance.

Contact us today to discuss your compliance needs

With SAFE I.S. Ltd., securing the right fire and safety solution for your property is simple.

Whether you need friendly advice or require a quotation, our supportive and professional team is ready to assist.

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From our community.

A range of reviews & testimonials from our customer base.

Very pleased with SAFE IS services, we are using them to take care of the fire safety in our office and came to do the fire extinguishers servicing. I highly recommend, very responsive team and punctual. We will be continuing using their services in the future.

Peggy Playe - November 2025

The quote and customer service from Jacob was friendly, helpful and built trust from the start. The assessor Jack was polite, knowledgeable and thorough. He was also discreet around the care home residents. The report was a reflection of the assessment. excellent fire risk assessment service.

Deborah Langton - November 2025

The feedback i received from our staff members who attended the training was very positive. The course was thorough, well run and entertaining which is definitely a positive.

Warren Rose - October 2025

We had Safe I.S. do a Fire Assessment of our village hall. Very comprehensive report produced with no major problem but lots of helpful advice on things we could to improve. A very professional service.

Phil Cross - October 2025

Once again excellent service from the team at Safe I S. We have been using them for several years now and recently had five individual Fire Risk Assessments carried out for our business. All in done in a professional timely manner. Final reports delivered promptly immediately after payment had cleared. Highly recommended.

Kevin Ball - July 2025

Very good company which we used for servicing of our fire extinguishers. Very knowledgeable and hassle free. Came to refresh some of our fire marshals at a time that suited us. Highly recommend.

Chris Anderson - July 2025

Great Team. Quick response, promising, best service.

Soni Limbu - July 2025

Great company, communication is brilliant and speedy response to any queries. All very professional and patient. I have no hesitation in highly recommending them.

Sheri Birch - June 2025

Trust worthy training company that delivers at a competitive price! Great instructor who is very patient and informative!

Wesley Sinclair - June 2025

Very efficient and fast service.

Kerry Nelson - June 2025

I had an excellent experience with Safe IS thanks to Ashleigh, who went above and beyond to provide outstanding service. He was incredibly professional, attentive, and made the entire process seamless from start to finish. It's not every day you come across someone so dedicated and genuinely helpful—Ashleigh is a true credit to the team!

Atefor Elvira Nana - June 2025

We recently had the pleasure of working with Safe I.S. Ltd for Fire Warden training at East Croydon Medical Centre, and we couldn’t be more satisfied with the experience. The training was well-structured, informative, and highly engaging. The trainer demonstrated excellent knowledge and delivered the session with clarity, making complex fire safety procedures easy to understand for all attendees. The practical elements were particularly useful, ensuring our team feels confident and well-prepared to respond in the event of an emergency. Feedback from staff was overwhelmingly positive, with many appreciating the hands-on approach. It was clear that the session was tailored...

Bruna Batista - June 2025

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