How to Fire Extinguisher Inspection

A fire extinguisher is only useful if it works when you need it—and many homeowners discover their extinguisher is discharged, expired, or inaccessible when a small kitchen fire erupts. This annual safety check involves verifying the pressure gauge shows the unit is charged, checking for physical damage, confirming the safety pin and tamper seal are intact, ensuring the extinguisher is accessible, and reviewing the PASS technique (Pull, Aim, Squeeze, Sweep). Most home fires start small and can be stopped in the first two minutes with a working extinguisher.