Description & Overview
FirePause Galvanized Iron Fire Bucket – 9 Litres
The FirePause GI Fire Bucket (9 L) is a fundamental and cost-effective first-response tool required at all industrial and commercial fire fighting stations per NBC 2016 and TAC norms. The conical base design prevents accidental placement on floors (ensuring it is always hung on its rack), while the galvanized iron body provides long-lasting rust resistance.
Key Features
- Material: 26-gauge galvanized iron (GI) – corrosion-resistant, long service life
- Design: Conical base (non-sitting) – ensures bucket is always hung and ready for emergency use
- Capacity: 9 litres – suitable for sand or water filling
- Handle: Sturdy twisted galvanized wire handle
- Finish: Red enamel paint over galvanized body; legible "FIRE" stencilled text
- Compliance: Conforms to IS:2546 specifications
Ideal Applications
- Factory floors, workshops, and production areas
- Construction sites, fuel-storage areas, and outdoor yards
- Electrical installations and transformer areas (sand filling)
- Fire point stations and fire assembly areas
Fill with dry sand for electrical/chemical fire stations; clean water for Class A fire stations. Replace regularly to prevent contamination.
Common Safety Queries
How often should extinguishers be serviced?
For optimal safety, commercial extinguishers should be inspected monthly and professionally serviced annually as per strict fire safety standards.
What is the lifespan of a fire extinguisher?
Most dry chemical extinguishers last between 10-12 years if maintained correctly, but the propellant and cylinder integrity must be checked regularly.