Euralarm: Guide updated
Euralarm has published an updated version of the guide to periodic testing of gas containers used in fixed gas extinguishing systems.
The guide to periodic testing of portable gas containers used in fixed fire suppression systems is intended to highlight some critical areas that are often not fully understood, such as Euralarm writes. The guide does not describe the full process involved in testing or physically handling containers.
Ambiguity regarding testing
Currently, he said, there is uncertainty about when fire extinguishing system containers must undergo periodic testing under the Pressure Equipment Directive (PED), the Transportable Pressure Equipment Directive (TPED) and the Agreement concerning the International Carriage of Dangerous Goods by Road (ADR), as specified in the relevant standards. The Euralarm guide contains recommendations for the treatment of containers for fire extinguishing systems, he said.
The Euralarm document addresses the importance of procedures for periodic testing and subsequent refilling of gas containers. The document guides the reader to avoid serious safety problems during hydrostatic testing.
What topics?
Aspects covered in the guide include:
- the humidity control
- the reuse of container valves
- the recertification of containers
A useful checklist is part of the document, Euralarm writes. The checklist includes important steps to ensure that the safety of containers is guaranteed during periodic inspections and during subsequent filling.
Copies of the Guide to Periodic Testing of Transportable Gas Containers Used for Fire Fighting may be obtained from the Euralarm website downloaded be
