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How often must portable fire extinguishers be inspected?

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  1. Monthly visual inspection
  2. Only once a year
  3. Only after use

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  1. 29 CFR 1910.157 Portable fire extinguishers www.ecfr.gov/current/title-29/subtitle-B/chapter-XVII/part-1910/subpart-L/section-1910.157 Checked 2026-10-10.

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