Portable Fire Extinguishers Maintenance Checklist

Portable fire extinguishers are often the first and fastest response to an emergency. Whether it’s a small electrical fire or a spill ignition, an extinguisher can stop a minor incident from becoming a major loss – but only if it’s maintained and ready for use.

Over time, extinguishers can lose pressure, seals may weaken, or the extinguishing agent may clump. In a fire situation, even a small defect could mean the extinguisher fails when it’s needed most. Regular inspections help ensure every unit is accessible, charged, and operational – providing reliable protection for staff, assets, and property.

Our Portable Fire Extinguishers Maintenance Checklist simplifies that process. It breaks down all inspection requirements clearly and helps you stay compliant with local fire safety standards.

What’s Inside the Checklist

Your downloadable checklist includes:

• Monthly Inspections: Checking accessibility, pressure gauges, seals, hoses, and inspection tags.
• Annual Tasks: Full technician inspection, mechanical testing, and verification of agent condition.
• 6-Year and 12-Year Maintenance: Internal examinations, recharging, and hydrostatic testing intervals by extinguisher type.
• After Use Procedures: Steps to replace, recharge, and re-certify extinguishers post-discharge.
• Maintenance Log: A built-in section for documenting inspections, servicing, and compliance tracking.

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Regular maintenance doesn’t just ensure code compliance – it safeguards lives and property by keeping your extinguishers ready to perform at a moment’s notice.

Download the checklist below to make extinguisher upkeep simpler, faster, and fully compliant.