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Fire Extinguisher

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Fire extinguishers are designed to release a chemical agent that can deplete fires in their incipient stage. Due to their importance, every commercial property is required to have at least one, according to the TCI Building Code.
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Once you are required to have an extinguisher, you must ensure that it is Inspected and Maintained in accordance with the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 10 – Standard for Portable Fire Extinguishers, current edition.

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Bi-Annual (6-Monthly) External Examination

➤ Reference – Turks & Caicos Islands Fire & Rescue Service General Policy

A bi-annual (6 months) external visual examination of all fire extinguishers shall be made to detect obvious physical damage, corrosion, or nozzle blockage to verify that the operating instructions are present. This examination must be performed by certified, trained and approved individuals.

Six-Year Examination

➤ Reference – NFPA 10 – 7.3.6

Every six (6) years, stored-pressure fire extinguishers that require a twelve (12) year hydrostatic test shall be emptied and subjected to the applicable internal and external examination procedures as detailed in the manufactures service manual. This examination must be performed by certified, trained and approved individuals.

Extinguisher Recharging

➤ Reference – NFPA 10 – 7.8

All rechargeable-type fire extinguishers shall be recharged after any use or when the need is indicated by an inspection or servicing. Recharging ensures that the extinguishers is ready to be used in the event of an emergency. This process must be performed by certified, trained and approved individuals.

Hydrostatic Testing

➤ Reference – NFPA 10 – 8.1

Pressure vessels used as fire extinguishers shall be hydrostatically tested in accordance with this chapter. This process must be performed by certified, trained and approved individuals.

All of our technicians are certified, experienced and approved to carry out these services.

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