Do you know what you need to do to replace a fire extinguisher at Ohio State? It depends on where you are.
Fire extinguishers must either be serviced or replaced when:
- It has been used.
- The pressure gauge display shows a lack of pressure.
- The hose or nozzle of the hose has been damaged, ripped, cracked, or is currently blocked with debris.
- The locking pin on the handle has been removed, is missing, or is no longer sealed.
- The handle of the fire extinguisher has become wobbly, broken, or loose.
- The inspection sticker (sometimes also called a “hang tag”) with the record of maintenance and checkups is missing.
- It has expired.
For most Ohio State buildings, contact Service2Facilities (S2F) to request a replacement.
Ohio State Wexner Medical Center or outpatient care locations can email safetyandemergencypreparedness@osumc.edu with the request.
Regional campus or extension office locations should notify the department responsible for building maintenance for their location.