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If you have any type of fire suppression system in your home or place of work, taking care of your fire extinguisher is not only highly recommended, it is a legal requirement. Even if your fire suppression system is barely used, recharging, refilling, and generally maintaining it will ensure it is in good condition should an emergency arise. A-1 Fire Protection, an Olive Branch, MS, family-owned business with over 40 years of experience in extinguisher training, fire alarm sales, and more, shares the importance of fire extinguisher recharge and maintenance.

Fire extinguisher recharge and refill should take place every time you use your extinguisher or if an inspection shows the extinguisher has reduced pressure or not enough extinguishing chemical.

fire extinguisher rechargeEven if you’ve only used it a little, you don’t want to risk being caught in a situation where a fire extinguisher is needed but you have an insufficient supply. Inspections will include checking if the extinguisher discharges properly and reading the pressure gauge to make sure it is at an optimal level, which is usually around 100 to 175 psi. Your inspection service professional can show you how to check for these levels.

Regular fire suppression system maintenance in general is also key to ensuring the safety of your home or workplace. Even if you don’t use your fire extinguisher, maintenance inspections can confirm it hasn’t been damaged in any way. Maintenance also involves fire extinguisher recharge and refill. Make sure you’re getting maintenance inspections conducted by certified professionals every year. Each inspection should end with the fire extinguisher label being updated with the date and details of the inspection.

For more information on fire extinguisher recharge, to look into fire alarm systems, or to schedule a maintenance inspection for your home or office, contact A-1 Fire Protection at (662) 895-2177 or visit their website.

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