Maintaining commercial fire extinguishers throughout your property is a crucial fire protection measure.
All businesses are required to have many fire protection products in their buildings. Commercial fire extinguishers are one of them. Besides having this type of fire prevention method, the employer must ensure that their commercial fire extinguisher functions at all times. It can also be challenging to determine when you need to recharge or replace your commercial fire extinguishers. This article explains why you need them and how to recognize if they should be recharged or replaced.
The Significance of Having Commercial Fire Extinguishers
Maintaining commercial fire extinguishers throughout your property is a crucial fire protection measure. These types of fire prevention methods should always be included in your fire safety plan. Moreover, most fire inspections have regulations regarding commercial fire extinguishers, so you need these items to pass your inspection. Most importantly, these extinguishers will protect your building and the people inside in the event of a fire.
Signs You Must Recharge Your Fire Extinguishers
Generally, you should replace your commercial fire extinguishers if you notice something wrong with them. For example, you should replace the parts in your extinguishers if the current components are damaged or missing. The primary sign your commercial fire extinguishers require service is when you have used them; they must be recharged. You must always recharge it if you have used it in your building to be ready for the “next time.”
Signs You Need to Replace Your Extinguishers
There are distinct signs that it is time to replace your commercial fire extinguishers. These signs include:
- The hose is clogged or cracked
- There is a broken pin
- The expiration date has passed
- The fire extinguisher is losing pressure
- Also, there is a broken handle
- There is damage to the shell
- You’ve kept the extinguisher for 12+ years
The Risks of Not Completing Fire Extinguisher Inspections
Local regulations likely need you to examine your commercial fire extinguishers periodically. If a fire protection service company doesn’t complete an inspection, you may not be complying with local regulations. Most importantly, you will be unable to exhaust the fire if your extinguisher doesn’t operate. Therefore, fire extinguisher inspections are imperative.
Commercial and Residential Fire Prevention from Judd Fire Protection
If you want to ensure your home and business are safe throughout the year, trust Judd Fire Protection, LLC. We have over two decades of experience designing, installing, inspecting, and repairing residential and commercial fire protection systems. We serve clients throughout Maryland, Washington, D.C., Virginia, and West Virginia. If you are interested in finding out more about our services and protecting your home and business, call Judd Fire Protection at 410-871-3480. Follow us on Facebook, X, and Pinterest.