Fire Extinguisher Service
Fire extinguishers provide the initial line of defense against early stage fires. Our professionally performed fire extinguisher service will bring your facility up to the highest standard of local, state, and national fire codes. Our Fire extinguisher inspections help ensure the proper functionality of extinguishers in the event of a fire safety emergency. When conducting the fire extinguisher certification process, our licensed technicians uphold our reputation among the best fire extinguisher companies in Colorado.
The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) requires a licensed fire protection company to maintain and conduct annual fire extinguisher inspections. A monthly fire extinguisher check can be performed by us or any qualified member within your institution. To help your organization stay current on monthly inspections, our certified technicians will gladly teach your safety professionals how to conduct monthly inspections.
Fire Extinguisher Inspection Process
Verify that the fire extinguisher is the correct type for the existing location and surrounding fire hazards
Determine whether the extinguisher is mounted in the correct location
Make sure the extinguisher is not blocked or obstructed
Determine if the fire extinguisher is mounted correctly on the correct mounting device
Analyze the extinguisher’s label and replace it if it isn’t legible
Read the gauge on the fire extinguisher to check for sufficient pressure
Clean the extinguisher and check for sizable dents and damages
Check the extinguisher’s labels, collar, and date to determine if Recharging or Hydro-Static Testing must be applied
Remove the hose and verify the threads are not stripped
Check and remove any hose blockages
Verify the valve is clean, intact, and free of excess powder and debris
Make sure the extinguisher’s head is not broken and the moving parts are fully functional
Break the tamper seal on the fire extinguisher and make sure the pull pin releases
Insert the pull pin and reseal the extinguisher
For dry chemical and powder extinguishers turn over the extinguisher and make sure the extinguisher’s contents are free flowing
Weigh the extinguisher to verify the correct amount of fire extinguishing agent
Tag the extinguisher with the corresponding information pertaining to the current inspection
Log the fire extinguisher’s information, and the service details on an annual inspection report
