FIRE EXTINGUISHERS-HSE DOCUMENTS
TOOLBOX TALKS
REMEMBER!!!
⦁ Do not store anything in front of fire extinguishers
⦁ Do not hang anything on fire extinguishers like coats
⦁ Visually inspect once per month. Ensure it is: In its designated spot, with no damage, the retainer pin is in place, and the pressure gauge is in the green.
⦁ Swap out old with new yearly at the shop (Annual inspections are completed at [HSE DOCUMENTS]’s Shop by a Licensed Inspector)
INSPECTIONS:
A. Visual Inspections: Check monthly – in place, good condition, not used, seals intact, pressure gauge in green
B. Annual Maintenance: Do they have a tag with month/year?
C. Hydrostatic Testing: 5 years wet chemical, 12 years dry chemical, Retire non-chargeable extinguishers after 12 years
FIND A PROBLEM?
Return to [HSE DOCUMENTS]’s shop. A licensed inspector will be called to conduct a full maintenance inspection.
⦁ Operating instructions are not legible
⦁ Safety seals are broken or missing
⦁ Fullness can’t be confirmed (as determined by weighing or lifting)
⦁ Evidence of physical damage, corrosion, leakage, or a clogged nozzle
⦁ Pressure gauge readings are not in the operable
⦁ Evidence of use
HOW TO USE: PASS
⦁ Fire extinguishers only contain enough material to last about 10-20 seconds.
⦁ Aim at the base of the fire before you spray, and ensure you are at an appropriate distance. Too far may be ineffective and too close may cause flames to jump back at you.
⦁ After use, remove from service, and never replace a pin after removed. Pressure can slowly release
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