Fire Protection Compliance Calendar Software (1910 Subpart L)
OSHA's Fire Protection standards (29 CFR 1910 Subpart L) cover portable fire extinguishers, fixed fire suppression systems, fire detection and alarm systems, fire prevention plans, and emergency action plans. With monthly, quarterly, semi-annual, annual, and multi-year inspection cycles running simultaneously across dozens or hundreds of extinguishers and fire systems, keeping track of every deadline requires a systematic approach.
Our Fire Protection Compliance Calendar Software and mobile app ensures every inspection, test, maintenance check, training requirement, and plan review is scheduled, assigned, and documented. Use our fire extinguisher barcode inspection software for efficient monthly inspections.
Fire Extinguisher Inspection Schedule (1910.157)
Portable fire extinguishers have a layered inspection schedule with multiple overlapping deadlines. Track them all with our fire extinguisher barcode inspection software and inspection software:
Monthly Visual Inspection
Verify extinguisher is in designated place, visible, accessible, charged, undamaged, with intact safety seal and legible instructions.
Annual Maintenance
Comprehensive examination of mechanical parts, extinguishing agent condition, and expelling means. Must be performed by trained personnel.
6-Year Internal Examination
Stored-pressure dry chemical extinguishers must be emptied, internally examined, recharged, and the maintenance recorded every 6 years.
Hydrostatic Testing (5-12 Years)
Pressure vessels tested at intervals based on type: 5 years for CO2/wet chemical, 6 years for stored-pressure water, 12 years for dry chemical/halon.
Key Fire Protection Compliance Deadlines
Fire Extinguisher Visual Inspection
Visually inspect all portable fire extinguishers monthly per 1910.157(e). Document inspection date and inspector initials.
Fire Extinguisher Maintenance
Annual maintenance examination of mechanical parts, agent, and expelling means per 1910.157(e)(3). Record on tag attached to extinguisher.
Fire Extinguisher Training
Train employees on general principles of fire extinguisher use and incipient fire fighting hazards at initial employment and annually per 1910.157(g).
Sprinkler System Inspections
Inspect automatic sprinkler systems per 1910.159 including valve inspections, alarm tests, main drain tests, and visual checks of sprinkler heads.
Fixed Suppression System Inspections
Inspect and test fixed fire suppression systems per 1910.160-163 including dry chemical, gaseous agent, water spray, and foam systems.
Fire Detection & Alarm Testing
Test fire detection systems per 1910.164 and employee alarm systems per 1910.165. Includes sensitivity testing, signal testing, and backup power checks.
Standpipe & Hose System Testing
Test standpipe and hose systems per 1910.158 including pressure tests, flow tests, and hose and coupling inspections.
Emergency Action Plan Review
Review and update emergency action plan per 1910.38 including evacuation routes, alarm procedures, and employee responsibilities.
Fire Prevention Plan Review
Review fire prevention plan per 1910.39 covering fire hazards, flammable material handling and storage, ignition source controls, and housekeeping procedures.
Hydrostatic Testing
Hydrostatically test fire extinguisher pressure vessels at intervals specified by type per 1910.157(f). Remove from service until tested and approved.
Subpart L Standards Overview
1910.157 - Portable Extinguishers
Selection, distribution, inspection, maintenance, testing, and employee training
1910.158 - Standpipe & Hose
Coverage, installation, inspection, testing, and maintenance of standpipe systems
1910.159 - Sprinkler Systems
Design, installation, maintenance, and testing of automatic sprinkler systems
1910.160-163 - Fixed Systems
General, dry chemical, gaseous agent, and water spray/foam suppression systems
1910.164 - Fire Detection
Installation, maintenance, and testing of fire detection systems
1910.165 - Employee Alarms
Installation, maintenance, and testing of employee alarm systems
1910.38 - Emergency Action Plan
Evacuation procedures, alarm systems, employee training, and plan reviews
1910.39 - Fire Prevention Plan
Fire hazard identification, flammable material controls, and housekeeping
1910.156 - Fire Brigades
Organization, training, PPE, and operations for workplace fire brigades
Software Features for Fire Protection Compliance
Extinguisher Inspection Scheduling
Schedule monthly, annual, 6-year, and hydrostatic inspections for every extinguisher with our barcode inspection software.
Suppression System Tracking
Track quarterly, semi-annual, and annual inspection schedules for sprinkler, dry chemical, gaseous, and foam systems.
Detection & Alarm Testing
Schedule and document fire detection system sensitivity tests and employee alarm system tests.
Training Management
Track annual fire extinguisher training, emergency action plan training, and fire brigade training requirements.
Plan Review Scheduling
Schedule annual reviews of emergency action plans and fire prevention plans with revision tracking.
Equipment Inventory
Maintain inventory of all fire protection equipment by type, location, installation date, and next service date.
Barcode Inspections
Scan extinguisher barcodes to quickly complete inspections in the field with automatic data capture.
Mobile App
Complete fire extinguisher inspections and suppression system checks from the field with our mobile app.
