Easy to install and offering subtle safety, our selection of Transport Brackets are specifically crafted for the protection of fire extinguishers on board your vehicle or marine vessel, ensuring units are nestled within storage compartments safely. Each bracket features screw holes for easy installation and adjustable straps to comfortably sit extinguishers within. So whether you need to hold a small 1kg extinguisher or require a larger space for a 5kg extinguisher, we have a bracket to suit all your needs.
Should I Install Transport Brackets for my Vehicle?
Transport brackets keep your fire extinguisher from rolling or moving freely within storage compartments. Suited for all types of vehicles, these items help minimise damage to your fire safety units and keep you equipped with fire protection when on the move.#
It is recommended to keep Powder extinguishers on board HGVs, and also essential for Large Goods Vehicles (LGVs) and trucks transporting hazardous materials or infectious substances to have a car fire extinguisher on board to mitigate the risks of fires. This varies greatly on the tonnage of these vehicles, with smaller units being recommended for smaller vehicles, and bigger units being recommended for larger vehicles.
While there's no legal requirement for keeping a fire extinguisher inside cars, if risk assessments show there is a fire risk, then an employer must equip company cars with an extinguisher to reduce the risk of injuries. It's important to note that under The Health and Safety (First-Aid) Regulations 1981, it's required for company cars to have first aid kits on board should employees experience an injury or accident.
According to The Local Government (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 1976, private hire vehicles and taxis must be equipped with a fire extinguisher on board, that is also regularly maintained and properly fitted. And by installing a transport bracket, you can ensure the quality and condition of extinguishers within these types of vehicles, reducing the cost of replacement or maintenance.
