Fire Extinguisher Inspection Records
What It Proves
Portable fire extinguishers have been inspected monthly and serviced annually per requirements.
What to Verify
Monthly visual inspection tags, annual service date, hydrostatic test date if applicable, correct type for hazard.
What to Check On-Site
Check tags on nearest 3 extinguishers. Match inspection dates to records. Verify type matches zone requirements (CO2 in electrical rooms, ABC in corridors).
Used By Approvals
Legal Basis
Every establishment shall be provided with such means of exit including at least one alternative staircase connecting with every floor at the time of fire and requisite number of fire fighting equipments in every floor as may be prescribed by rules.
Building360 interpretation — not legal advice: Requires all establishments to have fire exits (including at least one alternative staircase per floor) and fire fighting equipment on every floor. This is one of the legal bases for the Fire Licence requirement.
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