Categories for Fire Extinguishers

Top 5 Fire Safety Tips For Your Workplace

February 20, 2023 8:56 pm Published by Leave your thoughts

Fires are a serious threat for all types of businesses. But there are steps you can take to reduce the risk and mitigate damage from a fire.  • Keep Your Workspace Clean  Keeping your workspace clean and organized is the number one fire safety tip for any business. Not only does a messy workspace add fuel to a fire, but it also makes your employees’ lives more difficult when they need to escape the building in an emergency. Keep your workspaces clean and free of clutter by removing all unnecessary items from desks, filing cabinets and other areas. Make sure... View Article

How Often Should You Test Your Fire Extinguisher?

November 1, 2022 12:00 am Published by Leave your thoughts

There are many things in life we never hope we have to count on, but when we do, we sure are glad they are there — and they work. From the brakes on our vehicles to battery radios and fire extinguishers, these are potentially life-saving everyday things we never think about, but we should. And the same reason we should get regular fire extinguisher inspection services is the same reason we should get our brakes checked and test our batteries.  The Importance of Fire Extinguisher Inspection Services The picture isn’t difficult to imagine. That small trash can fire, or smoking... View Article

Fire Extinguisher Recharging and Upkeep

March 3, 2022 10:34 pm Published by Leave your thoughts

Your home’s safety is of utmost importance, and one of the best ways to keep your home safe is to be prepared for any possible emergency. Fires are a sadly common event and can be caused by an assortment of accidents. Some of the most common causes of home fires include cooking-related accidents such as grease fires, electrical shorts, chemical fires, appliances, and space heaters during the colder parts of the year. Having fire extinguishers around your home can help you control small fires before they become larger and a far more dangerous issue. Fire extinguishers should be kept in... View Article

What To Do with Expired Extinguishers

February 28, 2022 12:00 am Published by Leave your thoughts

You are probably well aware of the importance of fire extinguishers, and hopefully, you maintain them properly. However, at the end of an extinguisher’s lifespan, what do you do? Here is what you need to know about recharging fire extinguishers and handling expired fire extinguishers. How Long Do Portable Fire Extinguishers Last? As a general rule, and as long as the equipment is well taken care of, a portable fire extinguisher can last somewhere between 10 and 12 years. At this point, your fire extinguisher needs to undergo hydrostatic testing to determine the shell’s integrity. If it passes, your equipment... View Article

How Often Should Fire Extinguishers Be Inspected?

January 30, 2022 12:00 am Published by Leave your thoughts

Fire extinguishers are designed to help save lives. Unfortunately, like many things, they sit inside the house or office, and you forget about them. While you hope the need never arises to use your fire extinguishers, you want to be sufficiently prepared. This means having your fire extinguisher inspected on a regular basis—something many people don’t even realize needs to be done. Visual Fire Extinguisher Inspection Ideally, as a homeowner or business owner, you should perform a thorough visual inspection of all fire extinguishers on the property. In doing so, you will ensure the fire extinguisher is where you need... View Article