SANS 1475
Fire Extinguishers
At Alfa Fire, we specialise in supplying, installing, and maintaining portable and wheeled fire extinguishers in full compliance with SANS 1475-1:2010 – the South African National Standard governing the manufacture, servicing, and maintenance of rechargeable extinguishers. Our certified technicians ensure your firefighting equipment is always operational, compliant, and ready to protect lives and property.
Our Comprehensive Fire Safety Services
Supply, installation, servicing, and certification of fire extinguishers, hose reels, hydrants, and related safety equipment. Annual servicing and maintenance audits in line with SANS 1475 and SANS 10400 requirements. Issuance of SANS 1475 Certificates of Service after inspection or servicing. Fire evacuation plan development and SANS-compliant safety signage installation. Accredited fire safety and first aid training for your staff. Advanced suppression solutions, including fireball suppression devices. Ongoing technical support, rapid repairs, and 24/7 emergency response. Portable Fire Extinguishers – Technical Standards Our extinguishers are built to last and perform in critical moments: Cylinders coated with heavy epoxy for corrosion resistance. Easy-to-read pressure gauges for readiness checks. Correct mounting heights for accessibility (e.g., ≥4kg units at ±1m from floor). Placement distances in line with SANS 1475: Class A – 30m, Class B – 10m, Class C – 30m, Class F – 10m.
Servicing &
Compliance
Annual servicing by SAQCC 1475-certified technicians.
Includes pressure testing, recharging, and part replacement if required.
Each extinguisher tagged, logged, and issued with a Certificate of Service for insurance and regulatory proof.
Additional Fire Protection Equipment
Fire Hose Reels – Stainless steel or fixed designs, installed to deliver an immediate firefighting water supply. Custom lengths and pressure ratings to suit site requirements.
Fire Hydrants – Outdoor hydrants integrated into your site water supply, regularly inspected for accessibility and performance.
Fire Safety Signs – SANS-compliant, photoluminescent signage marking extinguishers, exits, hose reels, hydrants, and alarms. Highly visible even during power failures or in smoke-filled environments.
Quality & Compliance
Assurance
All work carried out by registered, competent technicians with valid SANS 1475 registration cards.
Strict quality management procedures with traceable documentation.
Continuous monitoring of your fire safety equipment for ongoing compliance and readiness.
Protect your workplace with Alfa Fire’s SANS 1475-certified fire safety solutions. From supplying extinguishers to training your team, we ensure your site stays compliant, protected, and prepared for any fire emergency.
Our Maintenance
Process
Inspection – Visual and pressure checks, seals and gauge assessment.
Disassembly – Full dismantling for cleaning and detailed inspection.
Hydrostatic Testing – Pressure testing cylinders to confirm integrity.
Refilling & Reassembly – Recharge with the correct agent, replace seals.
Certification – Tagging, logging, and issuing a SANS 1475 Certificate of Service.
Safety & Preparedness Support
First Aid & Evacuation Plans – Custom emergency plans with marked escape routes, assembly points, and role assignments. Includes first aid kits stocked to Regulation 3/7 requirements and accredited first aid training.
Spill Kits – Chemical, oil, and liquid spill response kits with replenishment service and staff training.
Fire Safety Training – Hands-on extinguisher use training, fire prevention best practices, and specialist courses for fire wardens and emergency teams.
Fire Ball Suppression Devices – Compact, automatic fire suppression spheres ideal for electrical cabinets, server rooms, and machinery enclosures.