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Monthly Inspections

Fire extinguishers shall be inspected when initially placed in service and thereafter at approximately 30-day intervals. It is a “quick check” that a fire extinguisher is available and will operate. It is intended to give reasonable assurance that the fire extinguisher is fully charged and operable and should include a check of at least the following:

(1) Location in designated place
(2) No obstruction to access or visibility
(3) Operating instructions on nameplate legible and facing outward
(4) Safety seals and tamper indicators not broken or missing
(5) Fullness determined by weighing or “hefting”
(6) Examination for obvious physical damage, corrosion, leakage, or clogged nozzle
(7) Pressure gauge reading or indicator in the operable range or position
(8) Condition of tires, wheels, carriage, hose, and nozzle checked (for wheeled units)
(9) HMIS label in place

Most locations conduct their own monthly inspection. However, we do offer this service. Also, we can come in and instruct your personnel to do the inspection and complete the tag. The annual tag that we use has a place for recording the monthly inspection.

Choosing a Fire Extinguisher

Do you know which extinguisher will best meet your requirements?  If not, give us a call.
Fire Safety — Types Of Fire Extinguishers In Keswick, VA

Using a Fire Extinguisher

You are not required to fight a fire. Ever. If you have the slightest doubt about your control of the situation DO NOT FIGHT THE FIRE. Use a mental checklist to make a Fight-or-Flight Decision.

Attempt to use an extinguisher only if ALL of the following apply: 

(1)  The building is being evacuated (fire alarm is pulled) 
2)  The fire department is being called (dial 911). 
3)  The fire is small, contained and not spreading beyond its starting point. 
4)  The exit is clear, there is no imminent peril and you can fight the fire with your back to the exit. 
5)  You can stay low and avoid smoke. 
6)  The proper extinguisher is immediately at hand. 
You have read the instructions and know how to use the extinguisher. 
IF ANY OF THESE CONDITIONS HAVE NOT BEEN MET, DON'T FIGHT THE FIRE YOURSELF. CALL FOR HELP, PULL THE FIRE ALARM AND LEAVE THE AREA!
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It's easy to remember how to use a fire extinguisher if you can remember the acronym PASS,which stands for: Pull, Aim, Squeeze, and Sweep. 
C02 Extinguisher — Pull The Pin Instruction On How To use Fire Extinguisher In Keswick, VA
Pull the pin or other locking device!
Aim the discharge nozzle or horn at the base of the fire!
Chemical Extinguisher — Stay Back Instruction On How To use Fire Extinguisher In Keswick, VA
Always stay back 6-8 feet from the fire.
Powder Extinguisher — Squeeze Handle Instruction On How To use Fire Extinguisher In Keswick, VA
Squeeze the top lever and the bottom handle together to dischagre the extinguishing agent on the fire!
Foam Extinguisher — Sweep Side to Side Instruction On How To use Fire Extinguisher In Keswick, VA
Sweep the nozzle or horn back and forth across the base of the fire!