AS 1851 maintenance record chart attached to industrial equipment with diagnostic tools and red cables
Fire Equipment Testing ยท Sydney ยท Canberra ยท Lithgow

Fire Equipment Testing & Servicing

Fire extinguisher, fire blanket and fire hose reel servicing to AS 1851 โ€” plus coordinated Annual Fire Safety Statement (AFSS) assessment with our FPAS-accredited Fire Safety Assessor.

Serving Sydney ยท Canberra ยท Lithgow
Certificate II
Qualified technicians
AS 1851
Routine servicing
AFSS
Accredited assessment available
Annual Fire Safety Statements

โœ… Quick Compliance Summary: Portable Fire Equipment Servicing

What is it?

Scheduled inspection and servicing of first-attack fire protection equipment across commercial, industrial and retail premises.

Standard

AS 1851-2012 (Routine service of fire protection systems and equipment)

Equipment Covered

  • Portable fire extinguishers (Dry Chemical ABE, COโ‚‚, Water, Foam and Wet Chemical), fire blankets and fire hose reels.

Testing Frequency

  • Every 6 Months: Routine service including condition checks, pressure indication where applicable, seals and tamper indicators, accessibility, signage, hose condition and maintenance tag updates.
  • Every 5 Years: Applicable extinguisher cylinders undergo pressure testing and internal examination, with recharging or overhaul carried out as required.
FIRE SAFETY COMPLIANCE

Fire Equipment Servicing + AFSS Coordination

Liberty provides routine fire equipment servicing to AS 1851 and coordinates Annual Fire Safety Statement assessment for applicable NSW buildings.

We complete the applicable fire-equipment servicing and compliance reporting, then coordinate the AFSS assessment with Nicholas Zayat, our FPAS-accredited Fire Safety Assessor.

This gives building owners, strata managers and property managers one point of contact from routine servicing through to accredited assessment.

We service schools, offices, warehouses, and industrial facilities across Sydney and regional NSW. Our fire equipment testing integrates seamlessly with our electrical test and tag and RCD testing services.

AS 1851 Servicing

Routine inspection, testing and servicing of applicable fire equipment.

AFSS Assessment

Applicable essential fire safety measures assessed by our FPAS-accredited Fire Safety Assessor within his accredited scope.

Coordinated Compliance

Servicing records, defects and assessment coordinated through Liberty rather than separately organising multiple providers.

Fire equipment maintenance and testing
AS 1851
Certified Service
Cert II
Qualified Techs

Need an Annual Fire Safety Statement?

For applicable NSW buildings, Liberty coordinates the AFSS process with Nicholas Zayat, our FPAS-accredited Fire Safety Assessor.

Annual Fire Safety Statements
COMPREHENSIVE SERVICES

Fire Extinguisher Testing & Fire Equipment Services

Complete fire equipment maintenance and fire extinguisher servicing for workplace compliance across Sydney, Canberra and Lithgow.

Fire Extinguisher Testing & Servicing

Testing, servicing, and replacement of all fire extinguisher types for workplace compliance.

  • Visual inspection and physical checks
  • Pressure testing and discharge testing
  • Recharge, refill, and replacement services
  • Level 1 or Level 2 servicing, tagged with the next service date

Fire Blanket Inspection & Replacement

Inspection and replacement of fire blankets to ensure workplace safety compliance.

  • Physical condition assessment
  • Mounting and accessibility checks
  • Damage or contamination detection
  • Replacement with compliant blankets

Fire Hose Reel Inspection & Tagging

Inspection and testing of fire hose reels for compliance and safety.

  • Hose condition and integrity checks
  • Water flow and pressure testing
  • Nozzle and valve operation
  • Compliance tagging and documentation

Fire Door Inspections

Fire door functionality checks including closure and seal integrity (available on request).

  • Self-closing mechanism testing
  • Seal and gap assessment
  • Hardware and latch inspection
  • Available as add-on service
SERVICE INTERVALS

How Often Fire Equipment Needs Servicing

Fire equipment servicing runs on fixed cycles. Miss one and your records show a gap an auditor will pick up.

6 Months
Visual & pressure check

Visual inspection of each extinguisher, pressure or charge verification, accessibility check and re-tagging.

12 Months
Full annual inspection

Detailed inspection of all components, including hoses, nozzles, valves, seals and mounting.

5 Years
Pressure test or replace

Hydrostatic pressure testing of the extinguisher body, or replacement where the unit doesn't pass.

Intervals vary by equipment type and site risk profile โ€” we'll confirm yours at the first inspection.

OUR PROCESS

How Fire Equipment Testing Works

From first contact to your final report โ€” here's how fire equipment servicing works at Liberty Test & Tag.

1

Visual Inspection

Visual examination of each piece of fire equipment, checking for:

  • โ€ข physical damage, corrosion, and missing parts
  • โ€ข correct mounting and accessibility
  • โ€ข label integrity and signage compliance
Physical condition Location accessibility Label integrity
2

Pressure & Function Testing

Pressure or charge verification (gauge or weight), hose and nozzle condition checks, and safety feature inspection. Fire hose reels undergo flow and pressure testing.

Pressure/charge check Hose/nozzle condition Flow test (hose reels)
3

Compliance Tagging

Each extinguisher receives a compliant service tag showing Level 1 or Level 2 service, month, and year.

Digital results include pass/fail status, weight, size, fire rating (e.g., 2A:10B:E), and service life period.

All extinguishers are tagged, documented, and traceable for compliance, insurance, and WHS records.

Compliance tag Level 1 / 2 service Test results summary
4

Detailed Reporting

You receive a comprehensive digital report covering all equipment tested, pass/fail results, recommendations, and future service schedules โ€” ready for audits, insurance, and WHS documentation.

Digital PDF report Equipment register Service recommendations

Certificate II Qualified Service

All fire equipment testing is performed by Certificate II qualified technicians.

FIRE COMPLIANCE REPORTING

How Your Fire Compliance Report Is Built

Every item is recorded individually and documented in a digital report, prepared during the same visit as your electrical testing.

1

Every Item Recorded

Fire extinguishers, fire blankets and fire hose reels are each logged as individual assets โ€” not counted in bulk โ€” so nothing on your site goes untracked.

2

Item Detail Captured

Each record captures the detail that matters at audit time:

  • Fire rating (e.g. 2A:10B:E)
  • Pressure test date
  • Level 1 or Level 2 service
  • Pass/fail result and month and year of service
3

Audit-Ready Report

Results are compiled into a digital report covering all equipment tested, with recommendations and future service schedules โ€” ready for audits, insurance and WHS records.

ONE COORDINATED COMPLIANCE PROVIDER

Electrical, Fire & AFSS Coordination

Liberty can coordinate electrical testing, routine fire equipment servicing and AFSS assessment through one point of contact.

For buildings requiring an Annual Fire Safety Statement, we can complete the applicable servicing within our scope and coordinate the accredited assessment with Nicholas Zayat, our FPAS-accredited Fire Safety Assessor.

  • Electrical test & tag and RCD testing
  • AS 1851 fire equipment servicing
  • Emergency & exit light testing
  • AFSS assessment coordination
  • Digital compliance reporting
  • One point of contact for scheduling and records
WHY LIBERTY

Fire Equipment Servicing Sydney, Canberra & Lithgow

Certificate II Qualified
Independent
Fire + Electrical
AFSS Coordination
Digital Reporting
Sydney ยท Canberra ยท Lithgow

One visit can cover both electrical test & tag and fire equipment servicing โ€” estimate test & tag costs or read what AS 1851 means for you.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Fire Equipment Testing FAQs

Common questions about fire equipment testing and maintenance services.

Still Have Questions?

Contact us with questions about fire equipment testing, compliance requirements, or service scheduling.

BOOK YOUR SERVICE

Need Fire Equipment Servicing or an AFSS?

Contact Liberty for routine fire equipment servicing, combined electrical and fire compliance services, or coordinated AFSS assessment.