We will come to your location and conduct an annual inspection in accordance with the City of Chicago and Suburban fire codes. This is a thorough examination of the fire extinguisher's mechanical parts, fire extinguishing agents and expellent gas. Key elements of a fire extinguisher inspection include:
- Check the gauge pressure.
- Check the condition of the gauge and its compatibility with the extinguisher.
- Check the last hydrotest test date is within code requirements.
- Check the last 6-year maintenance inspection, if applicable.
- Check the valve and shell for damage or corrosion.
- Check the condition of the discharge horn.
- Break the extinguisher seal and remove the locking pin.
- Check the upper and lower handles.
- Replace the locking pin and reseal the extinguisher.
- Check the valve opening for powder or any foreign matter.
- Wipe down the extinguisher.
- Check that the unit is properly located a at required height from the ground.
- Check that the unit is visible and unobstructed.
When the inspection is completed there could be recommendations for corrective action where needed such as recharging and hydrotesting. If an extinguisher passes inspection there is an additional service of $3 per unit for an Illinois State Certification tag. Your extinguishers will then be code compliant for one year and will be tracked in our system for the next annual inspection.
