How Often Should Your Fire Extinguishers Be Inspected?

When was the last time you checked your fire extinguishers?

For many business owners, it’s something that gets overlooked — until there’s an emergency. But fire extinguishers are only reliable if they’re inspected and maintained regularly. Here’s what you need to know to keep your business compliant, protected, and ready.

🧯 Monthly Visual Inspections

A quick visual check every month can go a long way toward keeping your extinguishers in working condition.

During a monthly inspection, you or your designated safety contact should:

• Make sure the extinguisher is in its proper location and easy to access
• Check that the pressure gauge is in the green zone
• Look for damage, rust, or missing pins and seals
• Ensure the inspection tag is attached and up to date

If you notice anything off, don’t ignore it — it could mean your extinguisher won’t perform when you need it most.

🔧 Annual Professional Inspections

Once a year, extinguishers should be inspected by a qualified fire safety professional — not just tagged.

At Icon Fire & Safety, our annual inspections include:

✅ Checking internal pressure and seals
✅ Cleaning and refurbishing the unit on-site
✅ Replacing expired or damaged extinguishers immediately
✅ Ensuring all labels and tags are current for compliance

A new tag alone doesn’t guarantee safety. Our team goes beyond the surface to make sure your equipment is fully functional and code-compliant.

🔁 When to Schedule Additional Service

You should also schedule an inspection or replacement if:

• The extinguisher has been discharged, even partially
• It’s been dropped or damaged
• The gauge shows low pressure
• It’s been six years or more since the last internal maintenance

A small issue today can lead to a serious hazard tomorrow — don’t wait until an emergency to find out your extinguisher doesn’t work.

✅ Stay Protected Year-Round

Regular fire extinguisher inspections aren’t just about compliance — they’re about protecting lives, property, and peace of mind.

At Icon Fire & Safety , we help Middle Tennessee businesses stay inspection-ready all year long with thorough, on-site service and no-hassle compliance management.

📞 Ready to schedule your inspection?
Contact us today and make sure your extinguishers are ready when you need them most.