Run a restaurant, food truck, or any other commercial kitchen that uses hot cooking oil? A fire blanket is a must-have for emergencies.
Annual fire blanket testing ensures your safety equipment performs at its best. Jim’s Fire Safety provides commercial and domestic fire protection services across New Zealand.
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How Often Do Fire Blankets Need to be Inspected?
According to NZS 4503:2005—Hand-Operated Fire-Fighting Equipment (HOFFE), fire blanket inspection is mandatory on an annual basis. However, testing requirements can depend on site conditions, so contact us if you’re not sure when your next inspection is due.
Fire blanket testing should be carried out by a ‘competent person’ or someone with the proper training and experience in fire blanket maintenance. Many businesses conduct routine inspections for obvious damage, while leaving in-depth, annual fire blanket inspections for a professional technician.
Why Do I Need a Fire Blanket Inspection?
Fire blanket inspections are necessary for the safety of your employees. Imagine trying to use a blanket and wasting valuable minutes removing it from the packaging, or wrapping it around someone, only to discover a hole. Prevent a tragedy by maintaining your fire protection equipment with Jim’s Fire Safety.
What Happens in a Professional Fire Blanket Inspection?
Fire blanket inspection requirements depend on a building’s environment and purpose. At Jim’s Fire Safety, we typically:
- Assess the blanket for any signs of damage that could risk its ability to extinguish flames.
- Inspect the fire blanket container to ensure it’s securely mounted at the correct height on the wall and that it’s easily accessible.
- Examine the pull tabs to confirm the fire blanket can be deployed rapidly in an emergency.
- Check that any labelling on the fire blanket is legible and includes relevant safety information.
- Complete a detailed report on the blanket’s condition.
We securely store all fire blanket test records in our online data management system. Reports are available anytime, and we’ll notify you when your building’s safety equipment is due for its next test.
Fire Blanket Inspection Checklist
While it’s best to leave annual fire blanket testing to the experts, your team can perform monthly checks to ensure your equipment will work in a fire emergency. Your employees can:
- Check that the fire blanket case hasn’t become loose, damaged, or dislodged from its wall mounting.
- Confirm there are no obstructions, equipment, or storage items blocking access to the fire blanket.
- Review the inspection tag to check that the next service isn’t overdue.
Ensure Fire Safety with Jim’s Fire Safety
Fire blankets are often the first line of defence when dealing with cooking oil fires, so regular inspection and maintenance are essential.
Jim’s Fire Safety can help ensure your fire blankets perform well in a emergency with our comprehensive testing and maintenance services. With dozens of mobile technicians across New Zealand, we offer fire blanket, fire hose reel, and fire extinguisher testing nationwide.
Ensure fire safety and compliance with NZ legislation. Get a FREE quote online or call 0800 454 654.