Frequently Asked Questions
Extinguishing
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Where can I obtain further information?
The Pressure Systems Safety Regulations - obtainable from the Stationery Office. Telephone Orders: 0870 600 5522. Fax: 0870 6005533. E-mail: book.orders@theso.co.uk
Approved Code of Practice for the Pressure Systems Safety Regulations prepared by HSE and entitled "Safety of Pressure Systems" ISBN 0-7176-1767X-L122. Obtainable from the Stationery Office.
The Department of Trade and Industry booklet entitled "Pressure Equipment - Guidance Notes on the UK Regulations" Reference URN 99/1147. Telephone: 0870 1502 500. Fax: 0870 1502 100. E-mail: dtipubs@echristian.co.uk
The European Commission "Guide to the implementation of Directives based upon New Approach and Global Approach" - obtainable from EOTC Info-services: http://ec.europa.eu/contact/index_en.htm or downloadable from their website: http://ec.europa.eu/geninfo/whatsnew.htm
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Will the CE mark replace other third party certification marks on portable fire extinguishers?
It is important to note that the CE Mark is not a quality mark. In relation to the Pressure Equipment Regulations it only signifies that the product meets essential safety requirements in relation to its pressurisation. The recognised quality marks e.g. the BAFE mark, BSI kitemark and the LPCB mark should continue to be recognised as the appropriate quality marks.
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What is meant by "placed on the market"?
This normally means that the completed product has passed through the "factory gate" and has effectively been introduced into the commercial supply chain.