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Fire extinguisher visual inspection and tag update

by MASTER

Perform a monthly visual check of a wall-mounted fire extinguisher to confirm visible condition and update its inspection tag when due or after any service.

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Fire extinguisher visual inspection and tag update

Perform a monthly visual check of a wall-mounted fire extinguisher to confirm visible condition and update its inspection tag when due or after any service.

⏱ 15 min ★ Easy
Target

The wall-mounted extinguisher has not been inspected this month and its inspection tag is blank, dated over 30 days ago, or is unreadable.

Obstacle

The inspection tag may be faded or missing and the pressure gauge can be obscured by dust or paint, making reading and updating the tag difficult. The unit may be mounted above reach, requiring a ladder and care to inspect and update safely.

Expectation

Extinguisher is confirmed in place with a readable gauge and labels, the inspection tag is updated with the date and inspector initials, and a tamper-evident seal is applied if required.

Materials
  • • inspection tag — 1 piece
  • • tamper-evident seal — 1 piece
Tools
  • • permanent marker — 1
  • • flashlight — 1
  • • ladder — 1
  • • work gloves — 1
Steps
  1. 01
    Gather tools and position ladder
    Collect marker, new inspection tag, tamper seal, flashlight, and gloves; place ladder securely under the extinguisher and put on gloves.
    ⏱ 2 min
  2. 02
    Perform visual inspection
    Check that the extinguisher is mounted and bracket is secure, verify the pressure gauge is in the green, inspect body for dents, corrosion, or leakage, ensure nozzle/hose and labels are unobstructed and readable using the flashlight.
    ⏱ 6 min
  3. 03
    Update inspection tag
    Write today's date and your initials on the existing tag or attach a new tag if missing/unreadable, and note the extinguisher serial or location identifier on the tag.
    ⏱ 3 min
  4. 04
    Secure, document, and stow equipment
    Apply a tamper-evident seal if required, take a photo of the updated tag for records, log the inspection in the paper or digital log, then lower and store the ladder and tools.
    ⏱ 4 min