How much space is required around a fire hose reel?
Maintain at least 2m clearance around the spindle and 100mm from the handwheel. The design needs to consider how the hose will be unreeled and the height of the reel needs to be within regulated limits (1.4-2.4m). Fire hose reels need to be mounted robustly.
Where should fire hose reels be placed?
Fire hose reels are usually located next to exits of buildings and are sited to enable coverage of the entire floor of a building. They are only suitable for use on Class A fires (paper, wood, rubbish and plastics).
How do you install a fire hose reel?
Attach the hose guide to a suitable location about 330 to 350 mm in the side and 330 to 350 mm down the center of the mounting plate. Lift the reel to the wall mounting plate. Insert hose through the hose guide and place the nozzle into the bracket. Connect the water supply to the shut-off valve.
Can anyone use a fire hose reel?
Along with fire extinguishers hose reels are used as a “first attack” appliance used during the early stages of a fire and can be used by building owners, occupiers, tenants and the fire brigade. All staff and personnel should be trained in the safe and effective use of fire hose reels.
Why should you not run with the fire hose reel?
Do NOT use on electrical fires. Remember water conducts electricity, so using a fire hose reel on it could lead to electrocution! Fire Hose Reels are easy to use, provide a virtually unlimited supply of water, as they are connected to the mains water supply, and should extend for approximately 35 metres.
Can a plumber install a fire hose reel?
Unlike fire extinguishers and fire blankets, a fully qualified plumber must install fire hose reels.
Is a fire hose reels always charged with water?
Because fire hose reels use water to extinguish a fire they are only suitable for Class A fires which are ordinary combustibles such as a paper or wood. Operators should never use a fire hose reel on electrical fires as water conducts electricity and make the fire worse.
Who is permitted to use a fire hose?
When can I use a fire hose reel? Ideal for fighting a fire in its early stages, fire hose reels are most suitable for Class A Fires, commonly caused by normal combustibles like paper, textiles, wood, most plastics and rubber.
What class of fire can you use a fire hose reel on?
Class A fires
Hose Reels are suitable for Class A fires: Paper, Textiles, Wood, Most Plastics and Rubber. Do NOT use on electrical fires, remember water conducts electricity, so using a fire hose reel on it could lead to electrocution!
How long does a fire hose reel last?
Fire Hose reels if maintained and looked after can last up to 10 years before needing replacement. When fire hose reels are tested 6 monthly we are checking for presence of water and to ensure that it has the correct flow rate of 0.33 Litres per second (OR 1 litre in 3 seconds).
Should you install a firehose in your home?
The Importance of Having Your Building’s Standpipe and Fire Hose Inspected. Standpipe systems and fire hoses deliver essential fire protection backup for a building’s sprinkler system. In case of a fire, tenants and occasionally fire fighters will use the fire hose and accessories stored on site to protect the edifice.
What is the fire hose reel?
Fire hose reels are located to provide a reasonably accessible and controlled supply of water to combat a potential fire risk. Hose reels can come in lengths of 30m of 19mm and 25mm hose. Hose Reels are available in fixed, swinging, recessed and concealed versions with automatic or manual valves.
How to install a fire hose reel in Australia?
1 Fire hose reels are not easy to install and it is highly recommend that you use a licensed plumber. 2 Installation must be carried out in accordance with AS2441:2005. 3 Hose reel placement is covered by the Building Code of Australia (BCA). 4 Hose reels should only be connected to a dedicated fire line, not the water mains.
What should the clearance be for a fire reel?
A clearance of not less than 100mm shall be provided around the valve handwheel. e) Wherever the hose reel is mounted, there shall be a minimum radial clearance of 100mm between the reel rim and any obstructions which do not form part of the hose assembly.
Can a reel be used for a Class A fire?
Hose reels are suitable for class A fires, meaning that they cannot be the sole method of fighting fires. Other equipment must be installed in conjunction with hose reels to help counteract the other types of fires and their potential risks. When installing fire hose reels our plumbers consider the following:
What should flow rate be for fire hose reels?
Flow rate should be a minimum of: 19.8 litres per minute for 19mm hoses. 24.6 litres per minute for 25mm hoses. The type of wall the fire hose reel is being mounted to, and which fixings are best suited to mount the hose to that wall (Consideration must be given to the weight of the unit).
