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What is due, and how often, on a typical UK commercial building. Typical frequencies with the standard behind each one. Free, no sign-up.
Weekly
Fire alarmTest a different call point each week.BS 5839-1
Sprinkler systemsCheck valves, pressures and pumps.BS EN 12845
Monthly
Emergency lightingA short functional test of every fitting.BS 5266-1
Water: sentinel outletsHot and cold temperature checks.HSE ACOP L8 and HSG274 Part 2
Fire extinguishersVisual check: in place, sealed, in date.BS 5306-3
Fire doorsCheck closers, seals and signage.Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005
Every 6 months
Fire alarm serviceFull service by a competent person.BS 5839-1
Passenger liftsThorough examination.LOLER 1998
Annually
Emergency lightingFull rated-duration test.BS 5266-1
Gas appliancesService and safety check by a Gas Safe engineer.Gas Safety (Installation and Use) Regs 1998, reg 35
Fire extinguishersBasic service by a competent person.BS 5306-3
Fire risk assessmentReview regularly, sooner if anything changes.Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, art 9
Every 5 years
Fixed wiring (EICR)Periodic inspection, commercial premises. Sooner depending on use.BS 7671 and IET Guidance Note 3
Air conditioning over 12kWTM44 energy inspection.EPB Regulations 2012
Typical frequencies for England, checked 2 October 2026. They are not a substitute for your own risk assessments, insurer requirements, manufacturer guidance or the advice of a competent person. Spotted something out of date? Email joe@docketfm.co.uk.
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