This European Standard specifies the minimum requirements for attesting the conformity of portable fire extinguishers to EN 3-7, as well as the requirements for the quality and production control of the fire extinguishers.It specifies the documentation to be provided regarding:-identification of the applicant;-identification of the manufacturer, if not the applicant;-identification of subcontractor(s), if applicable;-identification of the extinguisher;-documents provided with the extinguisher;-CE marking;-quality management system;-extinguishing media toxicological information.It specifies methods for:-type testing;-factory assessment;-controls during production.NOTE 1A test report and a satisfactory audit supporting documentation could form the basis for an applicant to request a certification of his product from an EA accredited certification body. Additional requirements can be made by national regulations and/or quality marks.NOTE 2Where appropriate, component family testing could be applied.