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Fire extinguishers are your primary line of defense during a sudden fire outbreak, but they are only effective if properly maintained. For commercial property owners and workplace managers in Kenya, routine inspections are essential for both safety and legal compliance.

• Monthly Visual Checks: Conduct an internal check every 30 days. Verify that the pressure gauge needle is in the green zone, the safety pin is intact, and there is no physical rust or damage.

• Annual Professional Servicing: A certified fire safety technician must inspect, service, and tag all fire extinguishers once a year.

• Hydrostatic Pressure Testing: Depending on the extinguisher type (CO₂, Dry Powder, or Water), cylinders require deep hydrostatic pressure testing every 5 to 10 years.