fire extinguisher inspection log

Regular fire extinguisher inspections are a critical life safety requirement. This comprehensive log template ensures you document all NFPA 10 required inspection points and maintain proper compliance records. Monthly inspections catch issues early, ensuring fire extinguishers are ready when needed and helping you avoid violations during fire marshal inspections. ## Inspection Requirements **Frequency:** Monthly visual inspection (NFPA 10). Annual maintenance by certified technician. Hydrostatic testing per schedule (typically 5-12 years depending on type). **Governing Standards:** NFPA 10 Standard for Portable Fire Extinguishers. OSHA 1910.157 for workplace requirements. State fire codes may have additional requirements. **Qualified Inspector:** Designated trained employee for monthly visual checks. Certified fire equipment technician for annual maintenance and hydrostatic testing. ## What Gets Checked **Monthly Visual:** Pressure gauge in green zone, pin and tamper seal intact, no visible damage, accessible and unobstructed **Annual Maintenance:** Internal examination, hose and nozzle inspection, weight verification, replacement of worn parts, recharge if needed **Mechanical Parts:** Operating lever functional, valve assembly, discharge mechanism, mounting bracket secure **Physical Condition:** No corrosion, dents, or damage to cylinder, labels legible, inspection tag present **Hydrostatic Testing:** Pressure vessel integrity for older units per manufacturer schedule ## Documentation & Records **Acceptance:** Digital and paper records acceptable. Inspection tag on extinguisher must show last inspection date. **Retention:** Monthly inspection records: 1-3 years. Annual maintenance records: Life of extinguisher. Hydrostatic test records: Permanent. **Required Information:** Location/ID, date, inspector signature, findings, pressure reading, corrective actions, service performed. ## What Happens if It Fails? **Immediate Action:** If gauge not in green zone, pin/seal missing, or visible damage: replace immediately with functioning extinguisher at that location. Tag failed unit for service. **Corrective Actions:** Low pressure: recharge by certified technician. Physical damage: remove from service, evaluate for repair or replacement. Missing components: service or replace. **Re-Inspection:** After service, certified technician returns unit to service with new inspection tag and seal. Verify pressure gauge in green and all components present. **Critical Defects:** Cylinder damage, valve damage, or failed hydrostatic test requires permanent removal from service. Cannot be repaired—must be destroyed to prevent reuse.