NFPA 10 Fire Extinguisher Inspection Checklist - Printable Guide
Free fire-extinguisher inspection checklist reference. Covers practical monthly visual observations and annual maintenance points; print or save this HTML page as a PDF.
A fire-extinguisher inspection checklist gives an inspector a repeatable record of the location, condition, accessibility, pressure where provided, security indicators, label, and documentation checks to complete. This free HTML guide shows practical monthly visual and annual maintenance points before you print or save it as a PDF.
What this checklist covers
Public OSHA concepts and commonly used fire-extinguisher service practices distinguish routine visual observations from annual maintenance. Local rules, the adopted standard edition, manufacturer instructions, and the Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) can affect the details, so use this checklist as a practical starting point and confirm requirements for the site.
Monthly visual inspection
- Location: the extinguisher is in its designated place and access is unobstructed
- Condition: there is no obvious damage, corrosion, leakage, or clogged hose/nozzle
- Pressure: the gauge is in the operable range, where a gauge is provided
- Security: the pin, tamper seal, and other indicators are intact
- Identification: operating instructions, inspection tag, and labels are legible
- Fullness: non-gauge units are checked using the appropriate weight or heft method
Annual maintenance inspection
- All applicable monthly inspection points
- Weight, hose/nozzle, valve, mounting, and condition checks required for the service
- Verification of the manufacture date and next internal or hydrostatic service date
- Confirmation that the extinguisher type is suitable for the hazard area
- Recording of findings, deficiencies, corrective actions, and service information
What you get on this page
- Monthly visual inspection section with pass/fail prompts
- Annual maintenance section for technician notes and service records
- Space for equipment identification, location, deficiencies, and corrective action
- Printable HTML field guide - use your browser's Print command to save a PDF copy
Why use a checklist?
A documented checklist helps an inspector follow the same sequence at every site and leaves a record of what was checked. It can:
- Ensures you never miss an inspection point
- Creates a paper trail for fire marshals and insurers
- Surfaces deficiencies that need corrective action
- Looks professional to your customers
Download the Checklist
- Practical monthly visual inspection checklist with original wording
- Annual maintenance section for technician notes and service records
- Covers: gauge pressure, seal integrity, physical damage, hose condition, label legibility
- Deficiency codes and corrective actions for non-compliant extinguishers
- Printable HTML page - use Print to save as PDF
- Practical reference to review against the adopted NFPA 10 edition and AHJ requirements
No email required. Use your browser's print dialog to save a PDF copy.
When a printable checklist is not enough
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