Fire Extinguisher Services

Fire Extinguisher Services

Portable fire extinguishers actually extinguish nearly 95 percent of all reported fires. During a three-decade research by the fire protection industry, almost 30 percent of the portable fire extinguishers in the workplace have deficiencies that could prevent them from operating appropriately. According to N.F.P.A Standard 10, portable fire extinguisher shall be serviced a minimum once per year.
 
Umpqua Valley Fire Services/ A-1 Fire Protection will perform inspections in accordance with the manufacturer's guidelines, N.F.P.A Standard 10, and the local fire prevention authority having Jurisdiction. Annual inspection procedures of fire extinguishers include:
  • Visually inspect fire extinguisher
  • Inspect last hydrostatic test date (12 years) and last 6-year maintenance inspection
  • Inspect pressure gauge
  • Inspect case, valve and discharge hose for damage, clogs or corrosion
  • Inspect handle and lever for functionality
  • Install tamper seal
  • Clean shell and install certification tag
  • All defects will be noted, brought to your attention with a recommendation how to make it compliant and cost estimate for repairs.

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