INSPECTION & TEST PROCEDURE NO. OS-FP-PDW-001-IT REV.

02 DATE: 16-06-01
EQUIPMENT TYPE WHEELED DRY CHEMICAL EXTINGUISHER
INTERVAL 1 MONTHLY
PRECAUTIONS
Note: Tick boxes to indicate completion.

1. Obtain an approved Work Permit before commencing activities. 

PREPARATION/ISOLATION

2. Check that the equipment tags are as detailed on work order sheet/work permit.  

INSPECTION ACTIVITY

3. Check the extinguisher is installed in its designated location.

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4. Check the extinguisher is clearly visible and that access to it is not obstructed.
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5. Check the operating instructions on the extinguisher nameplate are legible and facing outwards. 
6. Check the extinguisher safety seals and/or tamper indicators are not broken or missing. 
7. Check hose and nozzle of the extinguisher are not damaged or obstructed. 
8. Check the extinguisher for physical damage, corrosion, leakage or clogging of the nozzle. 
9. Check the condition of the wheels, tyres and carriage of the unit.
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10. Check the nitrogen cylinder pressure gauge reading is within the ‘operable’ range.
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11. Check the fullness of the extinguisher by checking the weight as stated on the nameplate.
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12. Sign off Work Permit.
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Note: If an extinguisher fails any part of this inspection it should be removed from service
immediately and replaced with spare one of the same specification.
REPAIR WORK

13. Is repair work or corrective action required?

YES  NO 
14. Has a Work Order been raised?
YES  NO 

REFERENCE INFORMATION
Dry Chemical Extinguisher Service and Maintenance Instructions
Doc. No. 5-93102-902806-A-012