SNI Certification for Fire Extinguisher

SNI Certification for Fire Extinguisher – A fire extinguisher is an important component in fire prevention and suppression. 

In addition to how to use a fire extinguisher, there are other things that are important to understand, which is the fire extinguisher regulations.

The latest fire extinguisher regulations are important to know, especially for interested parties such as fire extinguisher owners or business owners that want to equip their business with the fire extinguishers. 

This rule is important to ensure that fire extinguishers are used properly and within the already set standard. In Indonesia the standard that regulates the fire extinguisher is the SNI that stands for Standar Nasional Indonesia (Indonesian National Standard.

So, what is the SNI certification for fire extinguisher in Indonesia? Check out the complete rules regarding fire extinguishers in the following article!

SNI Certification for Fire Extinguisher

In the workplace or household alike, fire extinguishers play an important role as the frontline in putting out fires at the beginning of a fire. Its ability to minimize losses due to fire is unquestionable.

However, in order for a fire extinguisher to function optimally, it is necessary to guarantee its ability through testing and assessment.

In Indonesia, the standard used for fire extinguisher testing is the Indonesian National Standard (SNI).

The following is a description of three SNIs that regulate the technical specifications of fire extinguishers based on the type of fire extinguisher:

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1.  SNI 04-37:2013: SNI Certification for Powder Fire Extinguisher

• Type and Class of Fire: SNI 04-37:2013 classifies fire extinguisher powder based on the type and class of fire it can extinguish, such as A (solid materials), B (liquid fuels and gasses), and C (electrical installations).
• Tube Capacity: The size of fire extinguisher powder varies, ranging from 1 kg to 10 kg.
• Extinguishing Material: SNI 04-37: 2013 specifies the extinguishing agent used in fire extinguisher powder, which is a dry powder made from phosphate salts, ammonium sulfate, and other materials.
• Working Pressure: The working pressure of fire extinguisher powder is set to ensure optimal extinguishing performance and user safety.
• Performance Test: SNI 04-37:2013 describes test methods to ensure fire extinguisher powder meets performance requirements, such as extinguishing ability, pressure resistance, and corrosion resistance.

2.  SNI 04-38:2013: SNI Certification for Foam Fire Extinguisher

• Type and Class of Fire: SNI 04-38:2013 classifies types of fire extinguisher foam based on the type and class of fire it can extinguish, such as A (solid materials) and B (liquid and gas fuels).
• Tube Capacity: The capacity of fire extinguisher foam canisters varies, ranging from 1 kg to 10 kg.
• Extinguishing Material: SNI 04-38: 2013 specifies the extinguishing agents used in fire extinguisher foam, namely water solutions and foaming agents.
• Working Pressure: The working pressure of the fire extinguisher foam is set to ensure optimal extinguishing performance and user safety.
• Performance Test SNI 04-38:2013 outlines test methods to ensure fire extinguisher foam meets performance requirements, such as extinguishing ability, pressure resistance, and corrosion resistance.

3. SNI 04-39:2013: SNI Certification for CO2 Fire Extinguisher

• Types and Class: SNI 04-39:2013 classifies CO2 fire extinguishers based on the type and class of fire they can extinguish, such as B (liquid and gas fuels) and C (electrical installations).
• Tube Capacity: The CO2 fire extinguisher tube capacity varies, ranging from 1 kg to 10 kg.
• Extinguishing Material: SNI 04-39: 2013 specifies the extinguishing agent used in CO2 fire extinguishers, namely high-pressure carbon dioxide (CO2) gas.
• Working Pressure.The working pressure of the CO2 fire extinguisher is set to ensure optimal extinguishing performance and user safety.
• Performance Test: SNI 04-39:2013 describes test methods to ensure CO2 fire extinguishers meet performance requirements, such as extinguishing ability, pressure resistance, and corrosion resistance.

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So there you have it! The SNI certification for fire extinguishers in Indonesia!