Section 470. Portable fire extinguishers  


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  • Article 6. Fire Protection Equipment

    The Fire Inspector I shall:

    1. Have a basic knowledge of the types of portable fire extinguishers (See NFPA 10, Standard on Portable Fire Extinguishers);

    2. Demonstrate a working knowledge of portable fire extinguishers;

    3. Demonstrate an ability to evaluate the operational readiness of portable fire extinguishers;

    4. Demonstrate a knowledge of the capability of extinguishing agents and the proper method for agent application;

    5. Demonstrate a knowledge of code requirements and regulations relative to the distribution and location of portable fire extinguishers; and

    6. Demonstrate a basic knowledge of portable fire extinguishers maintenance requirements and procedures.

Historical Notes

Derived from VR310-01-2 § 4.29, eff. July 8, 1987; amended, Volume 05, Issue 14, eff. June 1, 1989.

Statutory Authority

§ 9.1-203 of the Code of Virginia.