A Safety Officer’s Guide to Fire Extinguisher Inspection
Conduct efficient fire extinguisher inspections and ensure fire safety standards are being properly followed.
Published 17 Sept 2025
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What is a Fire Extinguisher Inspection?
A fire extinguisher inspection is a thorough examination conducted to verify the condition, operational effectiveness, and readiness of a fire extinguisher. It typically involves checking the physical condition of the extinguisher, ensuring it is fully charged, verifying pressure levels, inspecting tamper seals, and confirming the presence of a current inspection tag.
An external safety professional or an organization’s own safety officer conducts a monthly fire extinguisher inspection as part of the overall fire safety strategy. This process often includes both fire extinguisher maintenance and testing.
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