🔥 Fire Extinguisher Installation Guide for Shops (<200 m²) – Portugal
Learn how to install fire extinguishers in stores smaller than 200 m² in Portugal. Complete guide with types, location, signage and maintenance.
Why install fire extinguishers in stores?
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Mandatory in Portugal for stores with an area of less than 200 m².
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Ensures initial response to fires.
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Protects people and equipment.
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Complies with SCIE legislation and NP 4413 standards.
Recommended Types of Fire Extinguishers
| Extinguisher | Capacity | Recommended use |
|---|---|---|
| 🔴 ABC | 6 kg | Class A, B and C fires (solid, liquid and gaseous materials) |
| • CO₂ | 2 kg | Electrical hazards (electrical panels, cash registers, electronic equipment) |
Ideal Location
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ABC fire extinguisher : near the main entrance/exit.
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CO₂ fire extinguisher : near electrical equipment
Tips:
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Maximum distance: 15 m
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Never behind doors or furniture.
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Visible and unobstructed locations
Height and Fixing
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Fire extinguisher handle: ~4 feet from the ground
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Attach to the wall or a stable support.
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It must allow for quick and safe removal.
Fire Extinguisher Signage
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Fire extinguisher sign : 2.10 m from the ground
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Fire extinguisher sign : 1.50 m from the ground
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ISO 7010 standards
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Visible, legible, and unobstructed signs
Maintenance and Inspections
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🔧 Mandatory annual inspection
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🏷️ Visible maintenance label
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Refill or replace after use.
Training and Best Practices
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Employees should know:
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Location of fire extinguishers
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Type of fire extinguisher and associated risk
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Training in first response to fire
Final Summary
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2 portable fire extinguishers : ABC 6 kg + CO₂ 2 kg
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Height of the fire extinguisher: 4 feet
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Signage: fire extinguisher 2.10 m | agent 1.50 m
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Maximum distance: 15 m
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Mandatory annual maintenance
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