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Britannia Fireworld extinguishers can be visually inspected easily by any FM staff following the manufacturer's simple visual inspection instructions. The annual visual check is then simply recorded on the back of the extinguisher (using a permanent marker) and in the company's fire log book.

Step 1 - Annual visual inspection

Visually inspect the extinguisher, checking for any signs of tampering or damage and ensure that the tamper seal is still in place. Using a clean cloth remove any dust and dirt that may have built up on the extinguisher's body.

Step 2 - Check the manufacturing date

Check the manufacturing date of the extinguisher, this is located on the bottom of the extinguisher. This process also ensures that the extinguisher is turned on its head which also stops the extinguishing agent from settling.

Step 3 - Check the pressure gauges

Visually check that the gauge needles in both pressure gauges are in the green. Hold a magnet underneath the front gauge (located directly under the safety pin) and move it from side to side so that the needle follows it. Release the magnet and ensure that the needle returns to the green area of the pressure gauge.

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