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Member
of National Fire Protection Association
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Services / Extinguishers:
Bear Fire Protection sells and
services all types and sizes of fire extinguishers. We also offer a wide range
of fire extinguisher cabinets. Our experienced technicians will ensure that
your business has the proper extinguisher for the right type of hazard. Below
is a list of items that are checked during the annual inspection:
ANNUAL HAND PORTABLE FIRE
EXTINGUISHER INSPECTIONS
Per Standard NFPA 10
Guidelines
Annual service & inspection
of portable fire extinguishers shall include the following procedures according
to NFPA 10 standards and codes:
- Visual inspection
of pressure gauge for proper pressure.
- Visual and
physical inspection of cylinder for dents, corrosion, missing parts and
manufacturer's date.
- Determine from
manufacturer's date if 6 year maintenance* or 12 year hydrostatic test* is
required per NFPA 10.
- Remove and
inspect hose or nozzle for wear and tear and verify it is clear of obstructions.
- Check weight of
extinguisher for proper weight according to manufacturer's specifications
on name plate.
- Remove existing
safety seal, check pull pin operation, and install new safety seal.
- Invert cylinder
and fluff chemical by patting cylinder.
- Verify proper
type and size of extinguisher for location mounted and type of hazard.
- Inspect bracket,
installation and proper signage.
- Install new
certification tag with month, year, type of service performed, type of
extinguisher and who performed service.
- To include pull
pins, tamper seals, service collars, o-rings, and any miscellaneous
service stickers.
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NOTE* In addition to the annual inspections, dry
chemical fire extinguishers are required for two types of major service
during their term of service:
1.
Six Year Service - extinguisher is
broken down, all internal parts are serviced and then the fire extinguisher is
recharged.
2.Hydrostatic Test - this service is
required at twelve years. The extinguisher is filled with water and taken to
maximum pressure to verify that the cylinder is not compromised.
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