Uploaded June 2026 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago
Curious about portable fire extinguisher inspection requirements?
Join Brian O’Connor, P.E., Senior Technical Services Engineer at NFPA, as he explains the fire extinguisher inspection requirements found in the 2026 edition of NFPA 10, Standard for Portable Fire Extinguishers.
In this video, you'll learn about:
• Who is qualified to perform fire extinguisher inspections
• Required inspection frequencies
• Key inspection procedures and what inspectors should look for
• Documentation and recordkeeping requirements
Whether you're a facility manager, fire protection professional, building owner, or extinguisher technician, this video provides practical guidance to help you understand and comply with NFPA 10 inspection requirements.
Important Notice:
Any opinion expressed in this video is the opinion of the author and does not necessarily represent the official position of NFPA or its Technical Committees. In addition, this piece is neither intended nor should it be relied upon to provide professional consultation or services.
Curious about portable fire extinguisher inspection requirements?
Join Brian O’Connor, P.E., Senior Technical Services Engineer at NFPA, as he explains the fire extinguisher inspection requirements found in the 2026 edition of NFPA 10, Standard for Portable Fire Extinguishers.
In this video, you'll learn about:
• Who is qualified to perform fire extinguisher inspections
• Required inspection frequencies
• Key inspection procedures and what inspectors should look for
• Documentation and recordkeeping requirements
Whether you're a facility manager, fire protection professional, building owner, or extinguisher technician, this video provides practical guidance to help you understand and comply with NFPA 10 inspection requirements.
Important Notice:
Any opinion expressed in this video is the opinion of the author and does not necessarily represent the official position of NFPA or its Technical Committees. In addition, this piece is neither intended nor should it be relied upon to provide professional consultation or services.










