60 minutes that could save people, property and business
 
1. Before a service, all Nu-Swift engineers...
undergo extensive ongoing training at a total annual cost to the company of £250,000.
have an ongoing assessment in line with the BAFE Technicians Scheme.
are FETA approved.
2. On arrival our personnel will...
ensure their vehicle is parked safely.
identify themselves with their company I.D. card.
acquaint themselves with your health and safety policy.
3. On your premises, Nu-Swift personnel will...
locate all fire extinguishers
acquaint themselves with all other escape routes
identify any additional and high risk areas
4. At the start of the service, our engineers will...
work in an unobtrusive manner
keep the area clean and tidy
service in accordance with current British Standards

5. During the visual inspection, our engineers will...
clearly identify the model and type.
ensure the extinguishers are safe to service.
check the extinguishers have no external damage.
6. During the internal inspection, all Nu-Swift engineers will check the extinguishers for...
signs of corrosion.
lining and thread wear.
correct the mass/level.
7. During the operational inspection, our engineers will check the extinguishers...
hose and head assembly.
striker mechanism and safety devises.
pressure charge or gauge.
8. During the final inspection, our engineers will...
reassemble the extinguisher to ensure it is safe, reliable and efficient in a fire.
re-seal and complete the maintenance label.
re-position the extinguisher.
check the extinguisher's conformity to current British Standards.


Included in your inspection visit, you will have assistance to help you with a Fire Risk Assessment of your premises in accordance with the Fire Precautions (Workplace) Regulations (as amended 1999).
 
We also offer a FREE staff training talk on the use of your extinguishers, please ask your Nu-Swift Representative or Engineer for further details.

BAFE
9. All Nu-Swift engineers will then make a report to...
highlight the condition of the fire equipment on the premises.
locate the position of all the fire extinguishers.
highlight any associated risks from the inspection.
10. Our engineers will then...
explain the report in plain simple terms.
give clear, concise advice.
carry out any necessary staff training, which will cover:
-extinguisher location and operation
-type and suitability of the extinguishers on the premises
-explain escape procedures.
11. On leaving the premises, all Nu-Swift engineers will...
remove all discarded materials.
advise the customer that they are leaving the premises.
leave a contact number for future reference.
 
Nu-Swift International Ltd
Tel : 01422 372852 Fax : 01422 314311
Email : customer.service@nuswift.co.uk
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