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NFPA 10 Monthly Fire Extinguisher Inspection

Monthly visual inspection checklist for portable fire extinguishers. Ensures extinguishers are accessible, charged, and ready for use.

NFPA 10 §7.2.1

INSPECTOR

LOCATION / FACILITY

DATE

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Accessibility & Signage

Extinguisher is in its designated location§7.2.1.2(1)

Verify it has not been relocated or removed

Access to the extinguisher is not obstructed§7.2.1.2(2)

No boxes, furniture, or equipment blocking access

Extinguisher signage is visible and not obscured§6.1.3.3

Location sign visible from normal approach direction

Proper mounting height is maintained (max 5 ft for units over 40 lbs; 3.5 ft for others)§6.1.3.8

Condition

Pressure gauge is in the operable (green) range§7.2.1.2(4)

Needle should be in the green zone — not overcharged or undercharged

No visible physical damage, corrosion, or dents on cylinder§7.2.1.2(5)

Nozzle/horn is clear and unobstructed§7.2.1.2(6)

Check for debris, insects, or paint blockage

Operating instructions nameplate is legible and facing outward§7.2.1.2(3)

Tamper Seal & Tag

Tamper seal / safety pin is intact and not broken§7.2.1.2(7)

A broken seal indicates the extinguisher may have been used or tampered with

Inspection tag is attached and current month/year is recorded§7.2.2

Inspector must initial and date the tag at each monthly inspection

Fullness verified by hefting or weighing (for non-gauge types such as CO2)§7.2.1.2(8)

Applies to CO2 and cartridge-operated extinguishers without gauges

Notes & Deficiencies

IMPORTANT

Monthly inspections are required per NFPA 10 §7.2.1 and must be documented. If any deficiency is found, the extinguisher must be subjected to maintenance or replaced immediately. Annual maintenance (internal examination) is a separate, more detailed requirement under §7.3.

Inspector Signature: ________________________Date: ____________

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