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Monthly Fire Extinguisher Inspection

A monthly inspection of all fire extinguishers to verify charge levels, pin and seal integrity, physical condition, and placement accessibility, ensuring each unit is fully operational and ready for immediate deployment in the event of a fire emergency across all designated facility areas.
Truro City Council
03/26/2026

Monthly Fire Extinguisher Inspection

This procedure outlines the monthly inspection steps for fire extinguishers, including checks for location, accessibility, signage, seals, pressure gauge condition, and operating instructions. It helps ensure extinguishers remain visible, compliant, and ready for use in an emergency.

    Location, acessibility and signage

    Is the fire extinguisher in the right location with the correct signage and without restricted access

    • Pass
    • Flag
    • Fail

    Seals & Safety Pins

    Tamper seals intact, safety pins present, no signs of discharge or tampering

    • Pass
    • Flag
    • Fail

    Pressure Gauge Check

    Is the needle in green zone for stored pressure extinguishers

    • Pass
    • Flag
    • Fail

    Operating Instructions

    Are the labels legible and undamaged

    • Pass
    • Flag
    • Fail
Source: Truro City Council (Community Member)

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