Part 16
Portable Fire Extinguishers
General
Each portable extinguisher shall have a tag securely attached to it showing the
maintenance or recharge date, the servicing agency and the signature of the person who
performed the service.
All extinguishers shall be recharged after use or as indicated by an inspection or when
performing maintenance. When recharging is performed, the recommendations of the
manufacturer shall be followed.
Monthly
Portable extinguishers shall be checked monthly.
Yearly
Extinguishers shall be subject to maintenance not more than one year apart or when
specifically indicated by an inspection. Maintenance shall be conducted by a qualified
contractor.
6 Years
Every six years, stored pressure extinguishers that require a 12 year hydrostatic test shall
be emptied and subjected to the applicable maintenance procedures.
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