CENTURION

Fire extinguishers are designed to put out or control small fires. A small fire, if not checked immediately, will soon spread out of control. In fact, most big fires start out as small ones. It is important, therefore, that you equip your workplace with the proper fire extinguishers as part of your fire protection plan. It’s also the law. – (Industrial Accident Prevention Association)

It is the owner's responsibility to ensure their facility has the right quantity and type of fire extinguishers - in the right locations, properly inspected and maintained.  Insurance claims can be denied for non-compliance with Fire Codes!  Fire Prevention Offices hold owners totally accountable - not Service Providers.

From the Ontario Fire Code:

6.2.4.1. (1) Portable extinguishers shall be provided to protect every building, each hazardous occupancy inside the building and each hazardous process or operation located outside (excluding personal residence)

6.2.1.3. (1) Portable extinguishers shall be located so that they are easily seen and shall be accessible at all times

6.2.1.4. Portable extinguishers shall be located in or adjacent to corridors or aisles that provide access to exits.

6.2.1.5. The location of portable extinguishers shall be prominently indicated by signs or markings in large floor areas and in locations where visual obstructions cannot be avoided.

6.2.4.3. Portable extinguishers having a gross weight of 18 kg or less shall be installed so that the top of the extinguisher is not more than 1.5 m (5 ft.) above the floor.

6.2.6.2. Portable extinguishers that are provided to protect a building shall be suitable for fighting Class A fires and be available for use at all times.

6.2.7.1. (1) Maintenance and testing of portable extinguishers shall be in conformance with NFPA 10, “Portable Fire Extinguishers”.

6.2.7.2. Portable extinguishers shall be inspected monthly.

6.2.1.2. extinguishers shall be kept operable and fully charged.