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Work with the best fire extinguisher service company in Oakland, California.
A fire extinguisher contractor with experience, skill & knowledge; that cares about your safety; while helping you comply with fire codes in Oakland, California.
For additional assurance, a fire extinguisher service company should know current NFPA Standards and can be NAFED Certified
Fire extinguishers are labeled by class of fire being the specific fire hazard it can suppress or extinguish fire.
The specific fire hazards present on your property should be identified to determine the class of fire extinguisher, size in pounds, proper installation locations and how many units you may need at your property in Oakland.
Fire extinguishers are made for specific use and should be matched to the class of fire it was designed to fight, there are units such as Class ABC, Class D, Class K, Halon and many other types of fire extinguishers.
Portable, wheeled and fixed unit fire extinguishers are an invaluable tool if they are readily available and properly functioning in the event of fire emergencies. More about the benefits of fire extinguishers in Oakland, California
Fire extinguishers require routine maintenance. This service should be performed by qualified personnel, to ensure the fire extinguisher readiness at all times in the event of a fire emergency.
Fire extinguisher service should be performed by actively licensed fire extinguisher service companies or contractors to meet or exceed fire code compliance in Oakland, California.
Fire extinguishers should be serviced according to manufacturer specifications, Federal and State Codes, OSHA, NFPA 10 Standard for Portable Fire Extinguishers or Fire Codes in Oakland, California.
An actively licensed fire extinguisher service company should be aware of the scheduled services required and therefore able to follow the maintenance schedule created by manufacturer specifications, governing standards and fire codes in Oakland, California.
One of the best ways to learn about fire extinguishers and how to use them is through a live burn training class taught by a certified technician in Oakland, California.
Instructional videos may aid first time users in how to use a fire extinguisher.
The acronym P.A.S.S. was created to help remember what to do in case of fire; Pull, Aim, Squeeze and Sweep.
Training Tips:
OSHA elaws - access to DOL law and regulation
elaws - employment laws assistance for workers and small businesses
1910.160(a)(1) This section applies to all fixed fire extinguisher systems installed to meet a particular OSHA standard except for automatic sprinkler systems which are covered by 1910.159
1910.160(a)(2) This section also applies to fixed systems not installed to meet a particular OSHA standard, but which, by means of their operation, may expose employees to possible injury, death or adverse health consequences caused by the extinguishing agent. Such systems are only subject to the requirements of paragraphs (b)(4) through (b)(7) and (c) of this section
1910.160(a)(3) Systems otherwise covered in paragraph (a)(2) of this section which are installed in areas with no employee exposure are exempted from the requirements of this section.
1910.160(b)(1) Fixed extinguishing system components and agents shall be designed and approved for use on the specific fire hazards they are expected to control or extinguish.
more info… elaws - OSHA Fire Safety Advisor
Increase building occupants awareness of fire safety and specific fire hazards that may be present on the property.
Does your building have a fire prevention program
Do building occupants practice fire drills
Does the building offer fire safety information or classes