What steps should you take if an extinguisher discharges or is damaged during use?

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What steps should you take if an extinguisher discharges or is damaged during use?

When an extinguisher has discharged or been damaged, it is no longer ready for safe use. The proper steps are to remove it from service immediately, put a maintenance tag on it, and arrange recharge or replacement by a qualified technician. Then verify the area is safe and free of hazards before proceeding. After use, a rechargeable unit must be inspected and recharged; a damaged cylinder or hose should be retired and replaced. Ignoring the discharge, refilling without inspection, or replacing only if there’s a leak can leave you with an extinguisher that won’t work when you actually need it.

When an extinguisher has discharged or been damaged, it is no longer ready for safe use. The proper steps are to remove it from service immediately, put a maintenance tag on it, and arrange recharge or replacement by a qualified technician. Then verify the area is safe and free of hazards before proceeding. After use, a rechargeable unit must be inspected and recharged; a damaged cylinder or hose should be retired and replaced. Ignoring the discharge, refilling without inspection, or replacing only if there’s a leak can leave you with an extinguisher that won’t work when you actually need it.

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