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Depending upon what fire code is used and where the extinguisher is located, it should be checked monthly. In fact, a fire inspector can ask to see the records of the monthly tests, which are normally attached on a tag on each extinguisher.
Modern codes are beginning to require automatic electronic monitoring of fire extinguishers.
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∙ 11y ago
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∙ 13y agoUsually once a year by a professional but someone should at least pick it up, read the gauge if it has one, and shake the powder up (if its the dry chem type).
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