What are the two types of handles specified for fire beaters?

The standard specifies handles made of either bamboo (Clause 3.1.1) or mild steel tube (Clause 3.1.2).

What is the total specified length of a fire beater?

The overall length must be 2000 ± 50 mm as per Table 1.

What material is the beater head made from?

The beater head is made from rubberized canvas belting, conforming to specific requirements laid out in Clause 3.2.

How should a fire beater be marked?

It should be marked with the manufacturer's name or trade-mark and the BIS Certification Mark (Clause 7.1).

IS 8096

: 1992

Specification for fire beaters

CurrentSpecializedSpecificationFire Safety · Fire Fighting

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This standard specifies the material, dimensional, constructional, and performance requirements for fire beaters. It covers beaters with both bamboo and mild steel tube handles, which are used for extinguishing small fires in grass, heath, and undergrowth.

Specification for fire beaters

Quick Reference Values

Overall length2000 ± 50 mm

Beater head length450 ± 10 mm

Beater head width350 ± 10 mm

Beater head thickness6 mm (min)

Bamboo handle diameter25 mm to 30 mm

MS tube handle outer diameter25.4 mm

Practical Notes

Fire beaters are a basic, manual tool primarily effective for smothering small, low-intensity surface fires in vegetation.

The joint between the handle and the beater head is a critical point; ensure it is robust and securely fastened as per the standard.

This tool is not intended for use on structural fires, liquid fires, or in situations with electrical hazards.