At ESI: Electrical Safety Inspections, we deliver comprehensive fire safety services to businesses across Portsea. Whether you manage an office, warehouse, retail premises, care home, school, or industrial site, we help you stay compliant, protect staff and customers, and safeguard your property.
With over 20 years of experience, we understand the legal and practical challenges businesses face when it comes to fire safety. Our qualified engineers and fire safety specialists provide expert advice, inspections, testing, and maintenance in line with UK regulations and British Standards.
Book Your Fire Safety Assessment Today – Protect your business and meet your legal obligations. Call us now on 01276 300 351 to schedule your visit.
Fire Safety Compliance and Best Practice
Portsea businesses are legally required under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 to maintain a safe environment and ensure that all fire safety systems and equipment are properly installed, maintained, and tested.
Our services are delivered in compliance with key standards, including:
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BS 5839 – Fire detection and alarm systems
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BS 5306-3 & BS 5306-8 – Fire extinguisher servicing and selection
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BS 5266 – Emergency lighting installation and testing
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BS 9990 – Dry riser testing and maintenance
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BS 9991 & BS 9999 – Fire safety in residential and commercial buildings
Get Expert Fire Protection Advice – Speak to our qualified team about fire safety compliance and protecting your premises – Call today on 01276 300 351.
Our Fire compliance services in Portsea
🔥 Fire Risk Assessments – Identifying hazards, evaluating risks, and providing practical recommendations to meet legal obligations under the Fire Safety Order.
🔥 Fire Alarm Servicing & Maintenance – Testing and maintenance of fire detection systems in line with BS 5839, helping ensure early warning in the event of fire.
🔥 Fire Extinguisher Supply & Servicing – Supplying, commissioning, maintaining, and testing portable extinguishers in accordance with BS 5306-3, ensuring equipment is ready to use when needed.
🔥 Emergency Lighting Testing & Maintenance – Inspection and testing to BS 5266 standards, ensuring emergency lighting works correctly to guide occupants to safety.
🔥 Dry Riser Inspection & Testing – Six-monthly visual inspections and annual pressure testing in compliance with BS 9990, keeping vital fire-fighting infrastructure ready for use.
🔥 Fire Safety Training – Practical staff training on fire prevention, extinguisher use, and evacuation procedures.
🔥 Fire Door Inspections – Checking condition, fit, and compliance of fire doors to ensure they provide effective compartmentation and protection.
Why Choose ESI in Portsea
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Qualified engineers and fire safety specialists serving Portsea
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In-depth knowledge of commercial and industrial fire safety compliance
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Clear, actionable reports and certification
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Flexible scheduling to minimise disruption
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Supporting businesses across Portsea and surrounding areas
Stay Compliant and Safe – Contact us on 01276 300 351 for a free quote on fire alarm servicing, extinguisher maintenance, and risk assessments.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How often should fire alarms be serviced?
A: Fire alarms should be tested regularly, with a minimum of two service visits per year for most systems, as recommended in BS 5839.
Q: What training do my staff need?
A: Under the Fire Safety Order, you are required to provide adequate fire safety training to all staff. We offer practical courses tailored to your premises and risk profile.
Q: Do you provide fire extinguisher servicing?
A: Yes – we supply, commission, and maintain fire extinguishers in line with BS 5306-3, ensuring you have the correct type and coverage for your business.
Fire Safety Services in Portsea
Portsea is a densely populated ward and peninsula forming a core part of Portsmouth city, located on Portsea Island in Hampshire. Bordered by the Solent to the north and surrounded by Portsmouth’s city centre, Southsea, and Hilsea, it is home to around 12,000–15,000 residents. Portsea is lively and diverse, with a mix of residential streets, local businesses, cultural venues, and some pockets of regeneration and urban renewal projects.
Transport links are a standout aspect of Portsea. The area is served by Portsmouth & Southsea and Portsmouth Harbour stations, offering frequent and fast rail connections to London Waterloo, Southampton, Brighton, and coastal services. Numerous bus routes run through the neighbourhood, facilitating easy access across the island and into mainland Hampshire via the M275 and the A27/A2030 corridors. Ferry services and harbour-side promenades also form part of the local transport network, bolstering connectivity.
The local economy is varied and deeply integrated with Portsmouth’s urban core. Retail, hospitality, and entertainment dominate, with a wide range of independent eateries, cafés, pubs, and shops operating alongside chain stores. Notable venues include Portsmouth Guildhall, the Kings Theatre, and the local arts scene, all contributing to sustained foot traffic and local employment. The proximity to the naval dockyard also supports ancillary services like marine engineering, logistics, and maritime suppliers.
Education, community services, and health provision form another layer of employment in Portsea. Primary schools, community centres, and health clinics support local needs while efforts in regeneration and affordable housing bring ongoing development and opportunity to the area. Growth in creative industries and social enterprises highlights Portsea’s evolving character.
At ESI, we work closely with businesses and organisations across Portsea, offering commercial-grade electrical and fire-safety support tailored to urban environments. From restaurants and retail venues to marine-related workshops, cultural venues, and office spaces, our certified engineers conduct professional inspections, emergency-lighting maintenance, fire-alarm servicing, and full compliance audits—helping your operation remain safe, compliant, and ready for business.
