Fire Equipment Monthly Inspection
NFPA 10 + NFPA 25 monthly inspection — required for life-safety code compliance and fire marshal inspections.
What's inside this template
Portable Fire Extinguishers (NFPA 10)
- Extinguishers in designated locations; signage visible
- Pressure gauge in green zone
- Pull pin and tamper seal intact
- No corrosion, dents, or damaged hose/nozzle
- Annual external maintenance tag within 12 months
- Hydrostatic test current (every 5 yr for ABC, 12 yr for CO₂)
Sprinkler System (NFPA 25)
- Control valves locked open and in correct position
- No closed valves not authorized by impairment program
- No leaks visible on system piping
- Sprinkler heads have ≥18" clearance below them
- No spare heads with bent frames or damaged escutcheons
Fire Pump (if applicable)
- Pump room is clean, accessible, and 40°F+
- Pressure gauges show normal system pressure
- Weekly churn test logs current
- Diesel pump has fuel ≥50% of tank
Egress
- Emergency exits unblocked and signage illuminated
- Exit pathway free of stored material
- Emergency lighting tested this month
Common use cases
Frequently asked questions
What's the difference between this and the annual NFPA 25 inspection?
This is the monthly visual inspection (NFPA 10 §7.2 + NFPA 25 §5.2). Annual maintenance and 5/12-year hydrostatic tests must be performed by a certified inspector.
Who can perform this monthly inspection?
NFPA 10 allows the owner or designee to perform monthly visual inspection — no certification required. Annual maintenance must be performed by a person trained per NFPA 10.
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