Why Choose A Fire Extinguisher Trolley?

Fire extinguisher trolleys are essential in ever-changing environments such as construction sites and at outdoor events. In these evolving situations, fire safety must be adaptive, and a portable fire extinguisher stand facilitates that.

According to the HSE guidance on fire safety in construction, most construction site fires in the UK are likely to be “high-consequence events”. This means that many people could be at risk from fire and/or smoke in the event of a fire spreading rapidly, demonstrating the importance of responsive fire safety measures in construction settings.

Here, we highlight what a mobile fire extinguisher trolley is, the benefits of using one and applications where they’re most valued.

What is a fire extinguisher trolley?

A fire extinguisher trolley is a wheeled metal stand designed to store and easily transport fire extinguishers and other vital fire safety equipment, such as fire buckets. A fire extinguisher trolley should be robust enough to withstand harsh environments, and easily maneuverable to ensure anyone using it can move essential firefighting equipment to where it needs to be, as quickly as possible.

Where are fire extinguisher trolleys most valued?

Fire extinguisher trolleys are integral to mobile fire safety, which involves ensuring fire safety equipment is readily available and easily transportable in settings that require it. This is especially important for construction sites but also applies to outdoor events, exhibitions and markets, and petrol station forecourts, for example. Essentially, mobile fire safety is vital in any environment that changes layout regularly, or in areas where fixed fire safety equipment, such as wall-mounted fire extinguishers, is not conceivable.

Benefits of a fire extinguisher trolley

The plus points of using a portable fire extinguisher trolley extend far beyond improving the accessibility of firefighting equipment. Additional key benefits include the following:

Compliance with British Standards

BS 5306-8 stipulates that while fire safety equipment must be readily available and accessible, it should also be adequately protected from damage or tampering. Thanks to their robust composition, durable steel frame and large nylon wheels, our wheeled fire extinguisher trolleys provide safeguarding and improved accessibility to fire safety equipment, ensuring compliance.

Compact storage

No matter how small the area, fire extinguishers must be made available and accessible where required. The sleek, condensed design of our Compact Double Trolley means it’ll fit discreetly in most places, saving space while ensuring compliance with British Standards. Up to two 9kg fire extinguishers can sit low in this portable fire extinguisher stand, reducing the centre of gravity and making them easier to handle.

Effortless transportation

Alongside fire extinguishers, many fire extinguisher trolleys can store additional life-saving equipment, ready to be efficiently moved should the situation require it. With the Commander Wheeled Fire Point Stand, your customers can easily transport up to four fire extinguishers and utilise the large backboard to store a range of ancillaries, such as the CommandAlert Site Alarm. As previously touched upon, this is especially useful in the construction industry and other continuously evolving sites, where areas of risk can frequently change.

Vital information display

The importance of fire safety signage and other potentially life-saving information should never be overlooked, and it’s vital that it’s clearly visible so that people know exactly what to do in the case of an emergency. Capable of holding up to four fire extinguishers and with a backboard of 650 x 1200mm, our Fire Point Stand – Wheeled is larger than standard trolleys and provides a versatile solution to fire safety equipment display needs. Designed to be fitted with a range of ancillary equipment, the stand can be used to house alarms, first aid kits, fire and safety signage, notices, fire escape plans and company branding.

For more information on how your customers can thoroughly and compliantly ensure the fire safety of their site or event, discover our guide to fire risk assessments.