How often should fire extinguishers be maintained?

Fire extinguishers should be maintained once per year. This annual maintenance is crucial to ensure that the extinguishers are in proper working condition and ready to be used in an emergency. During this maintenance check, a qualified professional typically examines the extinguisher for any signs of damage, ensures that it is properly charged and that the pressure gauge is in the green zone, and checks for any other issues that could affect its performance.

Regular annual inspections help comply with fire safety regulations and standards, which often require that extinguishers be serviced at least once a year. This is not only for the operability of the extinguisher but also to document any maintenance performed, ensuring safety for occupants in case of a fire incident.