FE Documentation & Record Keeping Flashcards

What information is required on the inspection tag attached to a fire extinguisher after an annual inspection?

Answer: Inspector's name or initials, date of inspection, and service company identification

NFPA 10 requires that the inspection tag include the inspector's identity, the inspection date, and the service organization's identification.

How long must fire extinguisher service records be retained according to NFPA 10?

Answer: The life of the extinguisher

NFPA 10 requires that maintenance and recharge records be retained for the life of the extinguisher.

Which document must a fire extinguisher service company maintain to demonstrate technician qualifications?

Answer: Training records, certifications, and manufacturer training documentation for each technician

Service companies must maintain records of each technician's training, certifications, and manufacturer-specific training to demonstrate competency.

When a fire extinguisher is condemned and removed from service, what must be done according to NFPA 10?

Answer: Render it completely inoperable before disposal and record its removal

A condemned extinguisher must be made completely inoperable (e.g., cylinder destroyed) before disposal, and its removal must be documented.

What must be recorded when a fire extinguisher is recharged at a 6-year internal maintenance?

Answer: Internal examination findings, parts replaced, and the technician's identity

The 6-year maintenance record must document findings from the internal examination, any parts replaced, and who performed the work.

What is the purpose of the collar or label placed on a cylinder after hydrostatic testing?

Answer: To provide a permanent record of the test date, pressure, and tester identification on the cylinder

The hydrostatic test collar or label permanently records the test date, pressure used, and the identity of the testing facility directly on the cylinder.