Fire Extinguisher Service
Fire Extinguisher Service in West Sacramento, California
Portable, wheeled or fixed unit fire extinguishers require service, maintenance, tests, inspections, annual service, (6) six year teardowns, refills and recharging that should be completed by factory authorized, manufacturer certified fire extinguisher companies that are actively licensed in the State of California and City of West Sacramento. Certified fire extinguisher companies have proven a level of knowledge, skill and experience for additional assurances.
The additional certifications aid in determining levels of knowledge, experience and professional courtesy when deciding which fire extinguisher company you'll choose to work with in West Sacramento, California.
The fire extinguisher company should use only manufacturer recommended replacement parts when performing recharge, service & repairs on portable, wheeled or fixed unit fire extinguishers in West Sacramento, California.
-
Fire Extinguisher Service in West Sacramento, California
-
Fire Extinguisher Service Plan in West Sacramento, California
The following is an excerpt from the Amerex to aid in understanding the service and maintenance of installed fire extinguishers.
Fire Extinguisher Inspection
Fire Extinguisher Service in West Sacramento, California
Inspections should be performed monthly or more frequently if circumstances dictate. The extinguisher should be checked to see that it is not damaged, the discharge outlet is not blocked, that it is fully charged, the seal is not broken and that the operating instructions are clearly visible.
Fire Extinguisher Annual Maintenance
Fire Extinguisher Service in West Sacramento, California
Annual Maintenance is a more complete inspection of the extinguisher and should be done professionally. It will reveal the need for hydrotesting which must be done on Water Mist, Water, Wet Chemical, Foam and Carbon Dioxide every FIVE YEARS and Dry Chemical, Dry Powder, Halotron I and Halon 1211 extinguishers every TWELVE YEARS. Most local authorities require special tags be attached to the extinguisher to verify this service.
Fire Extinguisher (6) Six Year Service
Fire Extinguisher Service in West Sacramento, California
Six Year Maintenance – Every six years extinguishers requiring a 12 year hydrotest shall be emptied and subject to thorough examination of mechanical parts, extinguishing agent and expelling means. When applicable maintenance procedures are done during periodic recharging or hydrotesting, the six year requirement will begin from that date.
Fire Extinguisher Recharge
Fire Extinguisher Service in West Sacramento, California
Recharge should be done professionally immediately after any use by your local Amerex Distributor who has the trained personnel, extinguishing agents and equipment to do it properly. This extinguisher must be recharged with the extinguishing agent specified on the nameplate. Substitutions could cause damage or injury and will void the warranty.
USFA | FEMA
Fire Extinguisher Training
Fire Extinguisher Service in West Sacramento, California
The use of a fire extinguisher in the hands of a trained adult can be a life and property saving tool. (USFA / FEMA)
However, a majority of adults have not had fire extinguisher training and may not know how and when to use them. Fire extinguisher use requires a sound decision making process and training on their proper use and maintenance.
All are required to safely control a fire with an extinguisher. For this reason, USFA recommends that only those trained in the proper use and maintenance of fire extinguishers consider using them when appropriate. Contact your local fire department for information on training in your area.
Fire Extinguisher Service
Fire Extinguisher Service in West Sacramento, California
Fire extinguishers should be serviced according to manufacturer specifications, Federal, OSHA, State, NFPA 10 Standard for Portable Fire Extinguishers or municipal fire code in West Sacramento, California.
By shopping qualified, licensed, factory authorized, certified fire extinguisher companies in West Sacramento, California you may obtain estimates that will detail the costs to install, service, repair, test, inspect, maintain, annual tags & certifications, (6) six year inspections, refill, recharge or replacement of portable, wheeled or fixed unit fire extinguishers.
