Portable Fire Extinguishers: Yearly Inspection Checklist
An annual routine service record for portable fire extinguishers, covering condition, pressure and weight checks, discharge / recharge where due, mounting, signage and identification, with pass / fail / N/A columns and space for defects.
Frequently asked questions
What does the Portable Fire Extinguishers Yearly Inspection Checklist cover?
An annual routine service record for portable fire extinguishers, covering condition, pressure and weight checks, discharge / recharge where due, mounting, signage and identification, with pass / fail / N/A columns and space for defects.
How often must portable fire extinguishers be serviced under AS 1851?
This template is for the yearly routine service. AS 1851-2012 sets the service intervals for each fire safety measure. See our free AS 1851 Service Frequency Matrix for the full monthly, 6-monthly, yearly and longer-term schedule.
Who can carry out this service and complete the record?
Routine service should be carried out by a competent person holding the appropriate fire-protection accreditation or licence for your state or territory. Record the technician's name and accreditation/licence number on the form.
Is this the official AS 1851-2012 document?
No. This is a free, practical record template aligned to the requirements of AS 1851-2012 · Section 10. It is not a copy of the published standard and does not replace it. Australian Standards are copyright to Standards Australia. Always work to the current edition of AS 1851-2012 and your state or territory's requirements.
This is a general template aligned to the requirements of AS 1851-2012 · Section 10. It is provided as a guide only and is not a substitute for the published standard or manufacturer instructions. Always work to the current edition of the relevant standard and your jurisdiction's requirements, and have routine service carried out by a competent, appropriately licensed person.
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