Portable Fire Extinguisher
Portable Fire Extinguishers include all classifications of extinguishers and wheeled units.
- EXINGUISHER CLASSIFICATIONS
- REQUIRED MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE
- Common Materials such a Paper, Wood or most other combustibles.
- Flammable Liquids such as Gasoline, Paint Remover or Grease.
- Electrical Fires
- Combustible Metals usually found in industry
- Combustible Cooking
Hydrostatic Testing
Required once every 12 years, the extinguisher is discharged and pressurized with water to check the integrity of the cylinder.
6 years Maintenance
Every 6 years, all portable fire extinguishers shall be discharged, cleaned and recharged.
Annual Inspection
Required once a year and recorded on a tag attached to the extinguisher.