Who inspects and services fire extinguishers?

The state Fire Marshal is responsible for inspecting and servicing fire extinguishers as part of ensuring compliance with fire safety regulations and standards. This role includes overseeing the maintenance and functionality of fire safety equipment in various facilities, ensuring that they meet the required safety codes. The state Fire Marshal has the authority to enforce laws related to fire prevention and safety, and by inspecting fire extinguishers, they help ensure that all users have access to properly functioning equipment in case of a fire emergency.

While firefighters are trained in the use of fire extinguishers and may conduct checks of those located within fire stations or in specific scenarios, they are not typically responsible for the routine inspections and servicing of extinguishers in public or private facilities. Local county health departments generally focus on health regulations, and fire extinguishers are outside their purview. Manufacturers may provide guidelines for maintenance and safety but are not usually engaged in the physical inspection and servicing process performed by trained professionals or authorities designated for this purpose.