Kelham Fire Protection

Firefighting foam extinguishers:
The Facts About Foam in Portable Fire Extinguishers
We are receiving enquiries on almost a daily basis, asking for the current situation regarding the use and end of life disposal of aqueous film forming foam (AFFF) fire extinguishers. So here for clarification are the facts.
Current situation
The ambiguous guidance made in “Compliance Advice for PFOA in Class B Firefighting Foams” prepared by the Environment Agency is the cause for the confusion, implying that all AFFF has to be removed from service by 4th July 2025. This directive is actually aimed at fire-fighting foams containing PFOS, PFOA and PFHxS, all of which are found in fixed firefighting systems, and in some fire brigade foams.
After discussion with several extinguisher manufacturers, they state>
Extinguishers manufactured from 2015/16 have since then been filled with AFFF that exclude these chemicals, therefore compliant extinguisher AFFF can continue to be used after the 4th of July 2025 deadline.
The current concern is the replacement foam (PFAS) which is used in recent extinguisher foam. It is classed as a "forever chemical" which DEFRA and the HSE state that it can be harmful to the environment. It was decided to phase out extinguishers containing AFFF.
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To summarise; Your existing foam extinguishers will be be replaced with fully compliant units as and when the 5 year periodic test is due.

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Training in the use of the fire extinguishers is also a requirement.
There are some companies providing on line training.
That is like learning to play the piano by watching somebody else play!
Kelham FP can provide a taylor made training course to train your staff in the use of your existing fire extinguishers.
We also train your staff in evacuation procedures to incorporate any systems you already have in place.
Don't have a specific evacuation plan? Don't worry, we will provide your company with one. Free of charge if you have a service agreement with us.

We charge £225 plus VAT for a 2.5 hour course for up to 12 persons. This includes all recharges for fire extinguishers and certification.
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