Important Fire Extinguisher Facts in Malaysia
Fire Extinguisher in Commercial Premises
1. Each floor requires minimum 2 units
2. Minimum fire rating of 26A (6kg or 9kg)
3. Single occupancy building (upper floor) 13A (4kg)
4. Risk assessments to determine additional units:
- likelihood of above average fire load
- anticipated intense fire
- presence of highly combustible liquid
- multi level storage
Fire Extinguisher Specifications & Installation
1. Lifespan of 10 years only
2. Only red color is accepted
3. Recommended fire extinguishers are ABC (6kg/9kg) and CO2 (2kg)
4. Must not be dented, rusty or have corrosion
5. One unit near entrance/exit, at front/back of premise
6. Must hang at least 1 meter from floor or proper stand
7. Install together with visible fire extinguisher signage
Registration, Service & Maintenance
1. All fire extinguishers must register through BOMBA EFEIS system
2. Service & maintenance must be performed annually
3. Fire extinguisher must deliver to designated BOMBA stations for inspection upon online registration
4. BOMBA will attach BOMBA EFEIS Certificate on cylinder upon successful inspection
5. Standby units must be provided when contractor collects for servicing
6. Internal content must be discharged, internal parts must be thoroughly clean and replaced necessarily before leakage test