Inspection & maintenance
RFSIC Classes 1, 2 and 3: checking the right contractor scope
Before appointing a fire contractor, check the registered entity, class and installation type. The classes define work scope, not a ranking of service quality.
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Legal information
This guide helps with initial planning; it is not legal advice or an engineering assessment of your premises. Confirm the requirements against the use, approved plans, licence conditions, written directions and current official documents.
Quick answers
Is Class 3 a higher grade than Class 1?
No. The numbers identify different scopes of work. Match the registration to the equipment and task rather than treating the number as a quality ranking.
Match registration to the installation
Class 1 covers specified detection and warning apparatus. Class 2 covers extinguishing-medium pipework and other specified electrical apparatus. Class 3 covers maintenance, repair and inspection of portable equipment.
This is an overview, not a substitute for FSD's installation-by-installation table. Manual alarms, detection systems and installations combining functions should be checked individually against the relevant class requirements.
Verify the contracting entity
Ask for the contracting company's legal name, registration number and scope, then verify these through FSD's official information. A shared brand or business relationship does not transfer registration between entities.
Also establish which company will appear on the quotation, carry out the work and issue the relevant documents. Identify any additional professional appointments so future maintenance and record queries have a clear owner.
Compare quotations on a defined scope
A single site may have sprinklers, detectors, emergency lights and extinguishers. Compare quotes against the same inventory and identify which inspections, tests, parts and documents each price includes.
If another qualification or certificate is presented, ask how it relates to this particular appointment. Registration, completed-work evidence and licensing approval answer different questions and should be checked separately.
Practical checklist
- Check the contractor's legal name
- Verify the registration number and class
- Match each installation to the required scope
- Clarify testing, repairs and document charges
- Keep the quote and responsible contact
Discuss the fire services your premises need
Tell us the premises use and equipment requiring attention. Our quotation will identify the contracting entity and proposed scope.
- Review survey and service needs by installation
- Identify the contracting entity and responsibilities
- Quote inspection, maintenance or installation work
Official sources
The official documents below provide the full requirements and any updates.
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