BS EN 671-3:2009

Foreword
Introduction
1 Scope
2 Normative references
3 Terms and definitions
4 Routine checks by the responsible person
5 Records of hose reels and hose systems
6 Inspection and maintenance
   6.1 Annual inspection and maintenance
   6.2 Periodic inspection and maintenance
       for all hoses
7 Records of inspection and maintenance
8 Fire safety during inspection and maintenance
9 Rectification of defects
10 Maintenance and inspection label

Describes requirements for inspection and maintenance of hose reels and hose systems such that they continue to provide the service for which they were manufactured, supplied or installed i.e. to ensure a first emergency intervention to fight a fire before more powerful means can be implemented.

This European Standard specifies requirements for inspection and maintenance of hose reels and hose systems such that they continue to provide the service for which they were manufactured, supplied or installed i.e. to ensure a first emergency intervention to fight a fire before more powerful means can be implemented.

This European Standard is applicable to hose reel and hose system installations in all types of buildings irrespective of the nature of use of the buildings.