Hydrostatic testing is required by NFPA 10 to ensure fire extinguishers are working properly. Fire extinguishers must be hydrostatically tested every 12 years for those dated 1/1/1999 or after, and every 5 years for extinguishers dated before 1/1/1999. Proper maintenance through periodic testing helps ensure fire extinguishers are reliable when needed in an emergency.
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Hydrostatic Test Interval Fire Extinguisher based on NFPA 10
Hydrostatic testing is required by NFPA 10 to ensure fire extinguishers are working properly. Fire extinguishers must be hydrostatically tested every 12 years for those dated 1/1/1999 or after, and every 5 years for extinguishers dated before 1/1/1999. Proper maintenance through periodic testing helps ensure fire extinguishers are reliable when needed in an emergency.
Hydrostatic testing is required by NFPA 10 to ensure fire extinguishers are working properly. Fire extinguishers must be hydrostatically tested every 12 years for those dated 1/1/1999 or after, and every 5 years for extinguishers dated before 1/1/1999. Proper maintenance through periodic testing helps ensure fire extinguishers are reliable when needed in an emergency.