Annual Inspections

The Importance of Annual Fire Extinguisher Inspections

Annual inspections are critical for ensuring your business remains compliant with fire safety regulations and your equipment stays functional over time. Regular maintenance reduces the risk of failure and ensures your extinguishers are effective when needed most.

 

 

Benefits of Annual Inspections

• Fire Safety Compliance: Annual inspections ensure compliance with NFPA 10 and OSHA standards.

 

• Extend Equipment Lifespan: Routine inspections prolong the life of your extinguishers, reducing the need for replacements.

 

• Risk Reduction: Prevent costly damages, potential injuries, and legal issues by ensuring your fire extinguishers are ready to function in an emergency.

 

 

Our Annual Inspection Process

Our team of certified technicians offers a comprehensive inspection process that covers every aspect of your fire extinguishers’ functionality and compliance.

 

1. Physical Condition Inspection: We check for physical damage, corrosion, or leakage in each extinguisher.

 

1. Pressure Testing: Ensuring each extinguisher is properly charged and ready to be deployed.

 

1. Extinguisher Weight Check: Confirming the extinguisher’s weight is within operational parameters.

 

1. Internal Inspections: We disassemble and inspect parts to ensure functionality (required every 6 years for certain types of extinguishers).

 

1. Tagging & Documentation: After the inspection, all extinguishers are properly tagged, and you receive detailed documentation for your records and audit needs.

 

 

Compliance & Risk Mitigation

Annual fire extinguisher inspections are mandatory for most industrial and commercial facilities to ensure compliance with OSHA and NFPA 10 guidelines. Failing to meet these standards can result in costly fines, legal issues, and increased fire risk.

 

Key Benefits

• ● Meet annual fire extinguisher inspection requirements as outlined by NFPA 10.

 

• ● Avoid fines or penalties for non-compliance.

 

• ● Ensure fire extinguishers are fully operational in the event of an emergency.

 

  

 

Why Choose Our Services

• Certified Technicians: Our experts are certified in fire safety and regularly updated on the latest regulations.

 

• Comprehensive Coverage: From small offices to large industrial facilities, we tailor our services to your unique needs.

 

• Detailed Reporting: We maintain thorough inspection logs and records, making audits and compliance checks stress-free.

 

 

FAQ Section

Q: Why do fire extinguishers need to be inspected annually?

A: Annual fire extinguisher inspections ensure your extinguishers are compliant with NFPA 10 and OSHA regulations. It’s essential to make sure they’re fully operational, properly charged, and ready for use.

 

Q: How often do I need to replace fire extinguishers?

A: While extinguishers can last for many years with proper maintenance, they must undergo internal inspections every 6 years and be hydrostatically tested every 12 years. Our annual inspections will help identify any extinguishers that need replacement.

 

Q: What documentation do I receive after an inspection?

A: After each inspection, we provide detailed documentation including service tags, inspection logs, and any notes on extinguishers that may need service or replacement.