Fire Extinguisher Service Inspection
Steve's Fire Extinguisher Service
Servicing the East Raleigh, Knightdale, Wendell & Zebulon NC areas.
919-608-3302
Our company provides on-site annual service, inspection and maintenance of portable ABC fire extinguishers.
Quotes for fire extinguisher service, exit / emergency lighting service, restaurant fire suppression service, fire alarm system service.
Servicing the East Raleigh, Knightdale, Wendell & Zebulon NC areas.
919-608-3302
Our company provides on-site annual service, inspection and maintenance of portable ABC fire extinguishers.
Quotes for fire extinguisher service, exit / emergency lighting service, restaurant fire suppression service, fire alarm system service.
Annual Fire Extinguisher Inspection
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Fire Extinguisher Inspections
Commercial business locations per the fire code, need to have an annual service inspection on their fire extinguishers. We come to your
business location to provide the annual maintenance and also the recharging of the fire extinguishers if necessary. Also, an inspection tag
is attached to each extinguisher with the date serviced on the inspection tag. The inspection is up to date one year from the date punched
on the tag. We work business locations mainly in Knightdale, Wendell, Zebulon, and East Raleigh. Our companies goal is to provide
quality service at an affordable price.
business location to provide the annual maintenance and also the recharging of the fire extinguishers if necessary. Also, an inspection tag
is attached to each extinguisher with the date serviced on the inspection tag. The inspection is up to date one year from the date punched
on the tag. We work business locations mainly in Knightdale, Wendell, Zebulon, and East Raleigh. Our companies goal is to provide
quality service at an affordable price.
How To Use A Fire Extinguisher
P.A.S.S. stands for Pull Aim Squeeze Sweep. To operate a fire extinguisher properly:
PULL - The first step is to pull the pin that prevents the handle from being squeezed.
AIM - The second step is to aim the spray nozzle or hose at the fire. Aim low at the base of the fire.
SQUEEZE - The third step is to squeeze the handle to spray the contents. Remember a standard fire extinguisher
has less than 30 seconds of spray time.
SWEEP - The final step is to sweep back and forth as you spray the base of the fire.
PULL - The first step is to pull the pin that prevents the handle from being squeezed.
AIM - The second step is to aim the spray nozzle or hose at the fire. Aim low at the base of the fire.
SQUEEZE - The third step is to squeeze the handle to spray the contents. Remember a standard fire extinguisher
has less than 30 seconds of spray time.
SWEEP - The final step is to sweep back and forth as you spray the base of the fire.
Types of Fire Extinguishers
Class A - This type is for combustible materials, like paper, wood, cardboard or cloth.
Class B - This class is for liquids and greases such as gasoline, kerosene, oil or paint
Class C - This type of fire extinguisher is for electrical fires.
Class D - This type of extinguisher is for flammable metals, like sodium, magnesium or titanium.
Class K - This type of fire extinguisher is for commercial kitchens.
Halotron - Clean agent fire extinguisher is good for computer rooms, laboratories, electronic equipment.
Class B - This class is for liquids and greases such as gasoline, kerosene, oil or paint
Class C - This type of fire extinguisher is for electrical fires.
Class D - This type of extinguisher is for flammable metals, like sodium, magnesium or titanium.
Class K - This type of fire extinguisher is for commercial kitchens.
Halotron - Clean agent fire extinguisher is good for computer rooms, laboratories, electronic equipment.
What Kind of Fire Extinguishers You Need For Your Business And Requirements
Three factors must be considered in determining the proper distribution of fire extinguishers:
Floor Area
In office areas, fire extinguishers with a minimum rating of 2A-10BC shall be provided, one unit for every 3000 square feet.
a. In mercantile, service, and production areas, fire extinguishers with a minimum rating of 2A-10BC shall be provided at the rate
of one unit of "A" for every 1500 square feet. (5lb ABC Fire Extinguisher)
b. In storage areas, fire extinguishers with a minimum rating of 4A-40BC ( usually 4A-60BC are available) shall be provided at the rate of
one unit of "A" rating for every 1000 square feet. (10lb ABC Fire Extinguisher)
Travel Distance
OSHA requires that all employees of a business have access to an extinguisher within 75 feet travel-distance in locations such as offices, classrooms, and assembly halls.
All employees of a business should have access to an extinguisher within 50 feet travel-distance in such locations as workshops, storage areas, research operations, garages, warehouses, or service and manufacturing areas.
Location
Fire extinguishers shall be located along normal paths of exit travel and readily accessible. Usually in hallways, laundry rooms, meeting rooms, kitchens, mechanical/electrical rooms, and near exit doors. Fire extinguishers should be mounted on brackets or in wall cabinets with their carrying handles placed 3-1/2 to 5 feet above the floor. Larger fire extinguishers (over 40 lbs. gross weight), should be no more than 3-1/2 feet above the floor. Contact the Fire Department prior to occupancy for approval of number, location, and type of fire extinguishers to be installed.
Service
Each year a portable fire extinguisher is required to receive an "annual maintenance." The NFPA 10 Sec. 3.3.18 describes an
annual maintenance as " A thorough examination of the fire extinguisher. It is intended to give maximum assurance that a fire extinguisher
will operate effectively and safely. It includes a thorough examination for physical damage or condition to prevent its operation and any
necessary repair or replacement ..." NFPA 10 Sec. 6.22 states the procedures for a "periodic inspection of fire extinguishers shall include a
check of at least the following items: (a) Located in a designated place (b) No obstructions to access or visibility (c) Operating instructions
on nameplate legible and facing outward (d) Safety seals and tamper indicators not broken or missing (e) Fullness determined by
weighing or hefting (f) Examined for physical damage, corrosion, leakage, or clogged nozzle (g) Pressure gauge reading or indicator in the
operable range or position.
In addition to supplying the approved fire extinguishers and having them placed in the proper location, your business should train your
employees in the safe operation of the fire extinguishers. Also, an annual inspection of the fire extinguishers is required and must be documented. Your business is responsible for the maintenance and testing of all portable fire extinguishers in the workplace.
Fire Extinguisher Calculator
Use this calculator to find out how many ABC Fire Extinguishers you need to protect the square footage in a building.
- The floor area of the protected space.
- The maximum travel distance to a fire extinguisher.
- The location of fire extinguishers in relationship to normal paths of exit travel.
Floor Area
In office areas, fire extinguishers with a minimum rating of 2A-10BC shall be provided, one unit for every 3000 square feet.
a. In mercantile, service, and production areas, fire extinguishers with a minimum rating of 2A-10BC shall be provided at the rate
of one unit of "A" for every 1500 square feet. (5lb ABC Fire Extinguisher)
b. In storage areas, fire extinguishers with a minimum rating of 4A-40BC ( usually 4A-60BC are available) shall be provided at the rate of
one unit of "A" rating for every 1000 square feet. (10lb ABC Fire Extinguisher)
Travel Distance
OSHA requires that all employees of a business have access to an extinguisher within 75 feet travel-distance in locations such as offices, classrooms, and assembly halls.
All employees of a business should have access to an extinguisher within 50 feet travel-distance in such locations as workshops, storage areas, research operations, garages, warehouses, or service and manufacturing areas.
Location
Fire extinguishers shall be located along normal paths of exit travel and readily accessible. Usually in hallways, laundry rooms, meeting rooms, kitchens, mechanical/electrical rooms, and near exit doors. Fire extinguishers should be mounted on brackets or in wall cabinets with their carrying handles placed 3-1/2 to 5 feet above the floor. Larger fire extinguishers (over 40 lbs. gross weight), should be no more than 3-1/2 feet above the floor. Contact the Fire Department prior to occupancy for approval of number, location, and type of fire extinguishers to be installed.
Service
Each year a portable fire extinguisher is required to receive an "annual maintenance." The NFPA 10 Sec. 3.3.18 describes an
annual maintenance as " A thorough examination of the fire extinguisher. It is intended to give maximum assurance that a fire extinguisher
will operate effectively and safely. It includes a thorough examination for physical damage or condition to prevent its operation and any
necessary repair or replacement ..." NFPA 10 Sec. 6.22 states the procedures for a "periodic inspection of fire extinguishers shall include a
check of at least the following items: (a) Located in a designated place (b) No obstructions to access or visibility (c) Operating instructions
on nameplate legible and facing outward (d) Safety seals and tamper indicators not broken or missing (e) Fullness determined by
weighing or hefting (f) Examined for physical damage, corrosion, leakage, or clogged nozzle (g) Pressure gauge reading or indicator in the
operable range or position.
In addition to supplying the approved fire extinguishers and having them placed in the proper location, your business should train your
employees in the safe operation of the fire extinguishers. Also, an annual inspection of the fire extinguishers is required and must be documented. Your business is responsible for the maintenance and testing of all portable fire extinguishers in the workplace.
Fire Extinguisher Calculator
Use this calculator to find out how many ABC Fire Extinguishers you need to protect the square footage in a building.