TS 13345

TS 13345 is a service standard focused on how competent services should be organised for fire extinguishing systems and related equipment. It covers systems that include fire extinguishing tanks, water tanks, fire cabinets, pipes, fire hoses, valves, control panels, fire detectors, fire alarm devices, extinguishing guns and sprinklers. In practical terms, the standard addresses the organisational capability of service providers that support these fire protection assets rather than the design of the equipment itself.

What the competent-service requirements are about

The scope points to rules on business operation, structural features, technical equipment, employees and certification. In other words, the focus is the service organisation’s readiness to deliver proper maintenance, inspection, repair and related support for fire extinguishing systems. In general technical context, fire protection systems depend on coordinated performance across mechanical, hydraulic and electronic components, so qualified staff and suitable service infrastructure are essential for consistent operation.

Why the system is treated as a whole

Fire extinguishing installations are not single-purpose devices; they combine detection, alarm and suppression functions in one safety chain. Components such as control panels, detectors and alarm devices work alongside tanks, valves, hoses and sprinklers to support the overall response to a fire event. TS 13345 provides a common framework for the authorised services that work on these systems, helping service activities stay organised and technically disciplined.

• Storage elements such as fire extinguishing tanks and water tanks
• Distribution and access elements such as fire cabinets, pipes and hoses
• Operating components such as valves, control panels and sprinklers
• Detection and warning components such as fire detectors and fire alarm devices
• Rules for business operation, technical equipment, personnel and certification