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California Code of Regulations › Title 19 - Public Safety › Division 1 - State Fire Marshal › Chapter 3 - Fire Extinguishers › Article 6 - Inspection, Maintenance and Recharging › Section 578.6 - Pressurizing Gas

Current through Register 2024 Notice Reg. No. 28, July 12, 2024
Only standard industrial grade nitrogen with a dew point of
					 -60°F (-51°C) or lower (CGA nitrogen specification G10.1, grades D
					 through P) shall be used to pressurize stored pressure dry chemical, dry powder
					 and halogenated agent type fire extinguishers. Compressed air through moisture
					 traps shall not be used for pressurizing even though so stated in the
					 instructions on older fire extinguishers.
EXCEPTION NO. 1: Compressed air may be used from special
					 compressor systems capable of delivering air with a dew point of -60°F
					 (-51.1°C) or lower. The special compressor system shall be equipped with an
					 automatic monitoring and alarm system to ensure that the dew point remains at
					 or below -60°F (-51.1°C) at all times.
EXCEPTION NO. 2: Some fire extinguishers are required to be
					 pressurized with argon. They shall be repressurized only with the type of
					 expellant gas referred to on the fire extinguisher label.
1. New
					 section filed 3-4-92; operative 4-3-92 (Register 92, No. 15).
2.
					 Renumbering of former section
					 578.6 to section
					 578.5 and renumbering and
					 amendment of former section
					 578.7 to section
					 578.6 filed 12-27-2001; operative
					 1-1-2002 pursuant to Government Code section
					 11343.4
					 (Register 2001, No. 52).
3. Amendment of first paragraph filed
					 7-17-2013; operative 10-1-2013 (Register 2013, No. 29).
Note: Authority cited: Section
						13160,
						Health and Safety Code. Reference: Section
						13160,
						Health and Safety Code.
California Code of Regulations › Title 19 - Public Safety › Division 1 - State Fire Marshal › Chapter 3 - Fire Extinguishers › Article 6 - Inspection, Maintenance and Recharging › Section 578.7 - Conversion of Extinguisher Types

Current through Register 2024 Notice Reg. No. 28, July 12, 2024
No extinguisher shall be converted from one type to
					 another, nor shall any extinguisher be converted to use a different type of
					 extinguishing agent.
1. New
					 section filed 3-4-92; operative 4-3-92 (Register 92, No. 15).
2.
					 Renumbering of former section
					 578.7 to section
					 578.6 and renumbering of former
					 section 578.8 to section
					 578.7 filed 12-27-2001; operative
					 1-1-2002 pursuant to Government Code section
					 11343.4
					 (Register 2001, No. 52).
Note: Authority: Section
						13160,
						Health and Safety Code. Reference: Section
						13160,
						Health and Safety Code.
California Code of Regulations › Title 19 - Public Safety › Division 1 - State Fire Marshal › Chapter 3 - Fire Extinguishers › Article 6 - Inspection, Maintenance and Recharging › Section 578.8 - Removal of Moisture

Current through Register 2024 Notice Reg. No. 28, July 12, 2024
For all non-water type of extinguishers any moisture shall
					 be removed before recharging.
1. New
					 section filed 3-4-92; operative 4-3-92 (Register 92, No. 15).
2.
					 Renumbering of former section
					 578.8 to section
					 578.7 and renumbering of former
					 section 578.9 to section
					 578.8 filed 12-27-2001; operative
					 1-1-2002 pursuant to Government Code section
					 11343.4
					 (Register 2001, No. 52).
Note: Authority: Section
						13160,
						Health and Safety Code. Reference: Section
						13160,
						Health and Safety Code.
California Code of Regulations › Title 19 - Public Safety › Division 1 - State Fire Marshal › Chapter 3 - Fire Extinguishers › Article 6 - Inspection, Maintenance and Recharging › Section 578.9 - Carbon Dioxide Recharging

Current through Register 2024 Notice Reg. No. 28, July 12, 2024
The vapor phase of carbon dioxide shall not be less than
					 99.5 percent carbon dioxide. The water content of the liquid phase shall not be
					 more than 0.01 percent by weight [-30°F (-34.4°C) dew point]. Oil
					 content of the carbon dioxide shall not exceed 10 ppm by weight.
NOTE: Carbon Dioxide obtained from dry ice converters will
					 generally be unsatisfactory unless it is properly processed to remove excess
					 water and oil. The preferred source of carbon dioxide for recharging
					 extinguishers is from a low-pressure supply, either directly or via dry
					 cylinders used as an intermediary means.
1. New
					 section filed 3-4-92; operative 4-3-92 (Register 92, No. 15).
2.
					 Renumbering of former section
					 578.9 to section
					 578.8 and renumbering of former
					 section 578.11 to section
					 578.9 filed 12-27-2001; operative
					 1-1-2002 pursuant to Government Code section
					 11343.4
					 (Register 2001, No. 52).
Note: Authority: Section
						13160,
						Health and Safety Code. Reference: Section
						13160,
						Health and Safety Code.
California Code of Regulations › Title 19 - Public Safety › Division 1 - State Fire Marshal › Chapter 3 - Fire Extinguishers › Article 6 - Inspection, Maintenance and Recharging › Section 578.10 - Leak Test

Current through Register 2024 Notice Reg. No. 28, July 12, 2024
(a)
				  After charging, a leak test shall be performed on all stored pressure and
				  self-expelling type fire extinguishers. Leak tests shall be performed by
				  following the manufacture's requirements and may include applying a leak test
				  solution or a solution of soapy water.
(b) Leak testing of halogenated agent
				  extinguishers shall not use water. A halogenated gas leak detector shall be
				  used to determine leakage.
1. New
					 section filed 3-4-92; operative 4-3-92 (Register 92, No. 15).
2.
					 Repealer of former section
					 578.10 and renumbering and
					 amendment of former section
					 578.12 to section
					 578.10 filed 12-27-2001; operative
					 1-1-2002 pursuant to Government Code section
					 11343.4
					 (Register 2001, No. 52).
3. Amendment of subsection (a) filed
					 11-21-2002; operative 1-1-2003 (Register 2002, No. 47).
Note: Authority: Section
						13160,
						Health and Safety Code. Reference: Section
						13160,
						Health and Safety Code.
California Code of Regulations › Title 19 - Public Safety › Division 1 - State Fire Marshal › Chapter 3 - Fire Extinguishers › Article 6 - Inspection, Maintenance and Recharging › Section 578.11 - Recharging Water Types

Current through Register 2024 Notice Reg. No. 28, July 12, 2024
When recharging stored pressure extinguishers, overfilling
					 resulting in improper discharge is to be avoided. The proper amount of liquid
					 agent shall be determined by using one of the following:
(a) exact measurement in gallons, or by
				  weight
(b) use of an anti-overfill
				  tube when provided, or
(c) use of a
				  fill mark on extinguisher shell, when provided.
1. New
					 section filed 3-4-92; operative 4-3-92 (Register 92, No. 15).
2.
					 Renumbering of former section
					 578.11 to section
					 578.9 and renumbering of former
					 section 578.13 to section
					 578.11 filed 12-27-2001; operative
					 1-1-2002 pursuant to Government Code section
					 11343.4
					 (Register 2001, No. 52).
Note: Authority: Section
						13160,
						Health and Safety Code. Reference: Section
						13160,
						Health and Safety Code.
California Code of Regulations › Title 19 - Public Safety › Division 1 - State Fire Marshal › Chapter 3 - Fire Extinguishers › Article 6 - Inspection, Maintenance and Recharging › Section 578.12 - Wet Chemical Agent RE-Use

Current through Register 2024 Notice Reg. No. 28, July 12, 2024
Wet chemical agents shall not be re-used. If a wet chemical
					 extinguisher is partially discharged, all remaining wet chemical shall be
					 discarded.
1. New
					 section filed 3-4-92; operative 4-3-92 (Register 92, No. 15).
2.
					 Renumbering of former section
					 578.12 to section
					 578.10 and new section
					 578.12 filed 12-27-2001; operative
					 1-1-2002 pursuant to Government Code section
					 11343.4
					 (Register 2001, No. 52).
Note: Authority cited: Section
						13160,
						Health and Safety Code. Reference: Section
						13160,
						Health and Safety Code.
California Code of Regulations › Title 19 - Public Safety › Division 1 - State Fire Marshal › Chapter 3 - Fire Extinguishers › Article 6 - Inspection, Maintenance and Recharging › Section 578.13 - Recharging Water Types. [Renumbered]

Current through Register 2024 Notice Reg. No. 28, July 12, 2024
1. New
					 section filed 3-4-92; operative 4-3-92 (Register 92, No. 15).
2.
					 Renumbering former section
					 578.13 to section
					 578.11 filed 12-27-2001; operative
					 1-1-2002 pursuant to Government Code section
					 11343.4
					 (Register 2001, No. 52).
Note: Authority: Section
						13160,
						Health and Safety Code. Reference: Section
						13160,
						Health and Safety Code.
California Code of Regulations › Title 19 - Public Safety › Division 1 - State Fire Marshal › Chapter 3 - Fire Extinguishers › Article 6 - Inspection, Maintenance and Recharging › Section 580 - Description. [Repealed]

Current through Register 2024 Notice Reg. No. 28, July 12, 2024
1. Repealer
					 filed 3-4-92; operative 4-3-92 (Register 92, No. 15).
California Code of Regulations › Title 19 - Public Safety › Division 1 - State Fire Marshal › Chapter 3 - Fire Extinguishers › Article 6 - Inspection, Maintenance and Recharging › Section 581 - Unlawful Use. [Repealed]

Current through Register 2024 Notice Reg. No. 28, July 12, 2024
1. Repealer
					 filed 3-4-92; operative 4-3-92 (Register 92, No. 15).
California Code of Regulations › Title 19 - Public Safety › Division 1 - State Fire Marshal › Chapter 3 - Fire Extinguishers › Article 6 - Inspection, Maintenance and Recharging › Section 582 - Permissive Use. [Repealed]

Current through Register 2024 Notice Reg. No. 28, July 12, 2024
1. Repealer
					 filed 3-4-92; operative 4-3-92 (Register 92, No. 15).
California Code of Regulations › Title 19 - Public Safety › Division 1 - State Fire Marshal › Chapter 3 - Fire Extinguishers › Article 6 - Inspection, Maintenance and Recharging › Section 584 - Registration Number. [Repealed]

Current through Register 2024 Notice Reg. No. 28, July 12, 2024
1. Repealer
					 filed 3-4-92; operative 4-3-92 (Register 92, No. 15).
California Code of Regulations › Title 19 - Public Safety › Division 1 - State Fire Marshal › Chapter 3 - Fire Extinguishers › Article 6 - Inspection, Maintenance and Recharging › Section 585 - Designation of Type. [Repealed]

Current through Register 2024 Notice Reg. No. 28, July 12, 2024
1. Repealer
					 filed 3-4-92; operative 4-3-92 (Register 92, No. 15).
California Code of Regulations › Title 19 - Public Safety › Division 1 - State Fire Marshal › Chapter 3 - Fire Extinguishers › Article 6 - Inspection, Maintenance and Recharging › Section 586 - Cease Use Order. [Repealed]

Current through Register 2024 Notice Reg. No. 28, July 12, 2024
1. Repealer
					 filed 3-4-92; operative 4-3-92 (Register 92, No. 15).
California Code of Regulations › Title 19 - Public Safety › Division 1 - State Fire Marshal › Chapter 3 - Fire Extinguishers › Article 6 - Inspection, Maintenance and Recharging › Section 587 - Legibility. [Repealed]

Current through Register 2024 Notice Reg. No. 28, July 12, 2024
1. Repealer
					 filed 3-4-92; operative 4-3-92 (Register 92, No. 15).
California Code of Regulations › Title 19 - Public Safety › Division 1 - State Fire Marshal › Chapter 3 - Fire Extinguishers › Article 6 - Inspection, Maintenance and Recharging › Section 591 - False or Misleading Statements. [Repealed]

Current through Register 2024 Notice Reg. No. 28, July 12, 2024
1. Repealer
					 filed 3-4-92; operative 4-3-92 (Register 92, No. 15).
California Code of Regulations › Title 19 - Public Safety › Division 1 - State Fire Marshal › Chapter 3 - Fire Extinguishers › Article 7 - Hydrostatic Testing › Section 591.1 - Hydrostatic Testing, General

Current through Register 2024 Notice Reg. No. 28, July 12, 2024
Hydrostatic testing shall be performed by persons licensed
					 by the State Fire Marshal in pressure testing procedures and safeguards, and
					 having available suitable testing equipment, facilities and appropriate
					 servicing manual(s).
1. New
					 section filed 3-4-92; operative 4-3-92 (Register 92, No. 15).
Note: Authority: Section
						13160,
						Health and Safety Code. Reference: Section
						13160,
						Health and Safety Code.
California Code of Regulations › Title 19 - Public Safety › Division 1 - State Fire Marshal › Chapter 3 - Fire Extinguishers › Article 7 - Hydrostatic Testing › Section 591.2 - Corrosion

Current through Register 2024 Notice Reg. No. 28, July 12, 2024
If, at any time, an extinguisher shows evidence of
					 corrosion or mechanical damage, it shall be hydrostatically tested, subject to
					 the provisions of Section
					 591.6.
EXCEPTION No. 1: Pump tanks do not require a hydrostatic
					 test.
EXCEPTION No. 2: Extinguishers having nonrefillable
					 disposable containers shall be removed from service in accordance with Section
					 574.5.
1. New
					 section filed 3-4-92; operative 4-3-92 (Register 92, No. 15).
Note: Authority: Section
						13160,
						Health and Safety Code. Reference: Section
						13160,
						Health and Safety Code.
California Code of Regulations › Title 19 - Public Safety › Division 1 - State Fire Marshal › Chapter 3 - Fire Extinguishers › Article 7 - Hydrostatic Testing › Section 591.3 - Written Certification

Current through Register 2024 Notice Reg. No. 28, July 12, 2024
Written approval from the D.O.T. to operate the equipment
					 must be obtained by a licensed portable fire extinguisher concern before
					 performing D.O.T. required hydrostatic tests of cylinders. This written
					 approval shall be available to the State Fire Marshal or authorized
					 representative for inspection.
1. New
					 section filed 3-4-92; operative 4-3-92 (Register 92, No. 15).
2.
					 Amendment filed 12-27-2001; operative 1-1-2002 pursuant to Government Code
					 section
					 11343.4
					 (Register 2001, No. 52).
Note: Authority: Section
						13160,
						Health and Safety Code. Reference: Sections
						13160
						and
						13177,
						Health and Safety Code.
California Code of Regulations › Title 19 - Public Safety › Division 1 - State Fire Marshal › Chapter 3 - Fire Extinguishers › Article 7 - Hydrostatic Testing › Section 591.4 - Restricted Service

Current through Register 2024 Notice Reg. No. 28, July 12, 2024
Any portable fire extinguisher requiring a hydrostatic test
					 shall not be serviced until such extinguisher has been subjected to and passed
					 the required hydrostatic test.
1. New
					 section filed 3-4-92; operative 4-3-92 (Register 92, No. 15).
Note: Authority: Section
						13160,
						Health and Safety Code. Reference: Sections
						13160
						and
						13177,
						Health and Safety Code.
California Code of Regulations › Title 19 - Public Safety › Division 1 - State Fire Marshal › Chapter 3 - Fire Extinguishers › Article 7 - Hydrostatic Testing › Section 591.5 - Replacement Extinguishers

Current through Register 2024 Notice Reg. No. 28, July 12, 2024
Portable fire extinguishers shall not be removed from the
					 premises for hydrostatic testing or any other purpose, without first replacing
					 the extinguisher with a unit rated for the hazard being protected. The
					 customer's original unit shall be returned within 60 calendar days.
1. New
					 section filed 3-4-92; operative 4-3-92 (Register 92, No. 15).
2.
					 Amendment filed 2-28-2007; operative 3-30-2007 (Register 2007, No. 9).
Note: Authority cited: Section
						13160,
						Health and Safety Code. Reference: Sections
						13160,
						13162
						and
						13177,
						Health and Safety Code.
California Code of Regulations › Title 19 - Public Safety › Division 1 - State Fire Marshal › Chapter 3 - Fire Extinguishers › Article 7 - Hydrostatic Testing › Section 591.6 - Examination of Cylinder Condition

Current through Register 2024 Notice Reg. No. 28, July 12, 2024
When an extinguisher cylinder or shell has one or more
					 conditions listed in this section, it shall be destroyed by the owner or at the
					 owner's direction:
(a) When there
				  exists repairs by soldering, welding, brazing, or use of patching compounds.
NOTE: For welding or brazing on mild steel shells, consult
					 the manufacturer of the extinguisher.
(b) When the cylinder or shell threads are
				  damaged.
(c) When there exists
				  corrosion that has caused pitting, including under removable nameplate band
				  assemblies.
(d) When the
				  extinguisher has been exposed to excessive heat or flame from a fire.
(e) When a calcium chloride type of
				  extinguishing agent was used in a stainless steel extinguisher.
(f) When the shell is of copper or brass
				  construction joined by soft solder or rivets.
(g) All inverting-type
				  extinguishers.
1. New
					 section filed 3-4-92; operative 4-3-92 (Register 92, No. 15).
2.
					 Amendment of subsection (d) filed 7-17-2013; operative 10-1-2013 (Register
					 2013, No. 29).
Note: Authority cited: Section
						13160,
						Health and Safety Code. Reference: Section
						13160,
						Health and Safety Code.
California Code of Regulations › Title 19 - Public Safety › Division 1 - State Fire Marshal › Chapter 3 - Fire Extinguishers › Article 7 - Hydrostatic Testing › Section 591.7 - Aluminum Shell/Cylinder

Current through Register 2024 Notice Reg. No. 28, July 12, 2024
Extinguishers having aluminum cylinders or shells suspected
					 of being exposed to temperatures in excess of 350°F (177°C) shall be
					 removed from service.
1. New
					 section filed 3-4-92; operative 4-3-92 (Register 92, No. 15).
Note: Authority: Section
						13160,
						Health and Safety Code. Reference: Section
						13160,
						Health and Safety Code.
California Code of Regulations › Title 19 - Public Safety › Division 1 - State Fire Marshal › Chapter 3 - Fire Extinguishers › Article 7 - Hydrostatic Testing › Section 592 - Frequency

Current through Register 2024 Notice Reg. No. 28, July 12, 2024
At intervals not exceeding those specified in Table 5,
					 extinguishers shall be hydrostatically tested.
EXCEPTION No. 1: Nonrefillable factory-sealed disposable
					 containers do not require hydrostatic testing. (See Section
					 592.4.)
EXCEPTION No. 2: Extinguishers utilizing a cylinder that
					 has been manufactured to D.O.T. specifications shall be hydrostatically tested,
					 or replaced, according to the requirements of D.O.T.
EXCEPTION No. 3: For extinguishers not covered in
					 Exceptions No. 1 and 2 the first retest may be conducted within 12 months of
					 the specified test intervals.
1. New
					 section filed 3-4-92; operative 4-3-92 (Register 92, No. 15).
2.
					 Amendment of EXCEPTION 2 filed 12-27-2001; operative 1-1-2002 pursuant to
					 Government Code section
					 11343.4
					 (Register 2001, No. 52).
Note: Authority: Section
						13160,
						Health and Safety Code. Reference: Section
						13160,
						Health and Safety Code.
California Code of Regulations › Title 19 - Public Safety › Division 1 - State Fire Marshal › Chapter 3 - Fire Extinguishers › Article 7 - Hydrostatic Testing › Section 592.1 - Compressed Gas Cylinders and Cartridges

Current through Register 2024 Notice Reg. No. 28, July 12, 2024
Nitrogen cylinders or cartridges used for inert gas storage
					 used as an expellant for wheeled extinguishers shall be hydrostatically tested
					 every five years.
EXCEPTION: Cylinders (except those charged with carbon
					 dioxide) complying with Section
					 180.209(b), Title
					 49, Code of Federal Regulations, shall be hydrostatically tested every 10
					 years.
1. New
					 section filed 3-4-92; operative 4-3-92 (Register 92, No. 15).
2.
					 Amendment of EXCEPTION filed 7-17-2013; operative 10-1-2013 (Register 2013, No.
					 29).
Note: Authority cited: Section
						13160,
						Health and Safety Code. Reference: Section
						13160,
						Health and Safety Code.
California Code of Regulations › Title 19 - Public Safety › Division 1 - State Fire Marshal › Chapter 3 - Fire Extinguishers › Article 7 - Hydrostatic Testing › Section 592.2 - Hose Assemblies

Current through Register 2024 Notice Reg. No. 28, July 12, 2024
(a) A
				  hydrostatic test shall be performed on extinguisher hose assemblies which are
				  equipped with a shutoff nozzle at the end of the hose and high-pressure and
				  low-pressure accessory hoses used on wheeled extinguishers. The test interval
				  shall be the same as specified for the extinguisher on which the hose is
				  installed.
(b) Test pressure for
				  hose assemblies shall be as follows:
(1)
				  Carbon Dioxide - 1,250 psi;
(2) Dry
				  Chemical - 300 psi or at service pressure, whichever is higher.
(3) Accessory hose used on wheeled
				  extinguishers shall be tested in accordance with the manufacturer's service
				  manual.
California Code of Regulations › Title 19 - Public Safety › Division 1 - State Fire Marshal › Chapter 3 - Fire Extinguishers › Article 7 - Hydrostatic Testing › Section 592.3 - Vehicles

Current through Register 2024 Notice Reg. No. 28, July 12, 2024
Extinguishers installed on vehicles shall be
					 hydrostatically tested every five years.
1. New
					 section filed 3-4-92; operative 4-3-92 (Register 92, No. 15).
Note: Authority: Section
						13160,
						Health and Safety Code. Reference: Section
						13160,
						Health and Safety Code.
California Code of Regulations › Title 19 - Public Safety › Division 1 - State Fire Marshal › Chapter 3 - Fire Extinguishers › Article 7 - Hydrostatic Testing › Section 592.4 - Nonrefillable Factory-Sealed Disposable Containers

Current through Register 2024 Notice Reg. No. 28, July 12, 2024
Nonrefillable factory-sealed disposable containers shall
					 not be reused and shall be disposed of pursuant to the requirements of Section
					 574.5.
1. New
					 section filed 3-4-92; operative 4-3-92 (Register 92, No. 15).
Note: Authority: Section
						13160,
						Health and Safety Code. Reference: Section
						13160,
						Health and Safety Code.
California Code of Regulations › Title 19 - Public Safety › Division 1 - State Fire Marshal › Chapter 3 - Fire Extinguishers › Article 7 - Hydrostatic Testing › Section 592.5 - Obsolete Fire Extinguishers. [Repealed]

Current through Register 2024 Notice Reg. No. 28, July 12, 2024
1. New
					 section filed 3-4-92; operative 4-3-92 (Register 92, No. 15).
2.
					 Repealer filed 12-27-2001; operative 1-1-2002 pursuant to Government Code
					 section
					 11343.4
					 (Register 2001, No. 52).
Note: Authority: Section
						13160,
						Health and Safety Code. Reference: Sections
						13160
						and
						13177,
						Health and Safety Code.
California Code of Regulations › Title 19 - Public Safety › Division 1 - State Fire Marshal › Chapter 3 - Fire Extinguishers › Article 7 - Hydrostatic Testing › Section 592.6 - Copper, Brass, or Fiberglass Shells. [Repealed]

Current through Register 2024 Notice Reg. No. 28, July 12, 2024
1. New
					 section filed 3-4-92; operative 4-3-92 (Register 92, No. 15).
2.
					 Repealer filed 12-27-2001; operative 1-1-2002 pursuant to Government Code
					 section
					 11343.4
					 (Register 2001, No. 52).
Note: Authority: Section
						13160,
						Health and Safety Code. Reference: Section
						13160,
						Health and Safety Code.
California Code of Regulations › Title 19 - Public Safety › Division 1 - State Fire Marshal › Chapter 3 - Fire Extinguishers › Article 7 - Hydrostatic Testing › Table 5 - Hydrostatic Test Interval for Extinguishers

Current through Register 2024 Notice Reg. No. 28, July 12, 2024
Extinguisher type
Test Interval (Years)
Stored Pressure Water and/or Antifreeze/Loaded
							 Stream
5
AFFF (Aqueous Film Forming Foam)
5
FFFP (Film Forming Fluoroprotein
							 Foam)
5
Wet Chemical
5
Dry Chemical with Stainless Steel
							 Shells
5
Carbon Dioxide
5
Dry Chemical, Stored Pressure with Mild Steel Shells,
							 Brazed Brass Shells, or Aluminum Shells
12
Dry Chemical, Cartridge and Cylinder-Operated, with
							 Mild Steel Shells
12
Halogenated Agents
12
Dry Powder, stored pressure, cartridge- or
							 cylinder-operated with mild steel shells
12
1. Amendment
					 filed 12-27-2001; operative 1-1-2002 pursuant to Government Code section
					 11343.4
					 (Register 2001, No. 52). For prior history, see Register 92, No.
					 15.
Note: Authority: Section
						13160,
						Health and Safety Code. Reference: Section
						13160,
						Health and Safety Code.
California Code of Regulations › Title 19 - Public Safety › Division 1 - State Fire Marshal › Chapter 3 - Fire Extinguishers › Article 7 - Hydrostatic Testing › Section 593.1 - Test Pressures, High Pressure Cylinders

Current through Register 2024 Notice Reg. No. 28, July 12, 2024
All high pressure DOT specification cylinders shall be
					 tested at pressures in accordance with the applicable DOT regulations.
1. New
					 section filed 3-4-92; operative 4-3-92 (Register 92, No. 15).
2.
					 Repealer and new section filed 7-17-2013; operative 10-1-2013 (Register 2013,
					 No. 29).
Note: Authority cited: Section
						13160,
						Health and Safety Code. Reference: Section
						13160,
						Health and Safety Code.
California Code of Regulations › Title 19 - Public Safety › Division 1 - State Fire Marshal › Chapter 3 - Fire Extinguishers › Article 7 - Hydrostatic Testing › Section 593.2 - Stored Pressure Types

Current through Register 2024 Notice Reg. No. 28, July 12, 2024
All stored pressure types of extinguishers shall be
					 hydrostatically tested at the factory test pressure not to exceed three times
					 the normal operating pressure.
EXCEPTION: Extinguishers manufactured to D.O.T.
					 specifications shall be hydrostatically tested according to the requirements of
					 D.O.T.
1. New
					 section filed 3-4-92; operative 4-3-92 (Register 92, No. 15).
2.
					 Amendment filed 12-27-2001; operative 1-1-2002 pursuant to Government Code
					 section
					 11343.4
					 (Register 2001, No. 52).
Note: Authority: Section
						13160,
						Health and Safety Code. Reference: Section
						13160,
						Health and Safety Code.
California Code of Regulations › Title 19 - Public Safety › Division 1 - State Fire Marshal › Chapter 3 - Fire Extinguishers › Article 7 - Hydrostatic Testing › Section 593.3 - Cartridge-Operated Types

Current through Register 2024 Notice Reg. No. 28, July 12, 2024
Cartridge-cylinder-operated dry chemical and dry powder
					 types of extinguishers shall be hydrostatically tested at their original
					 factory test pressure as shown on the nameplate or shell.
1. New
					 section filed 3-4-92; operative 4-3-92 (Register 92, No. 15).
Note: Authority: Section
						13160,
						Health and Safety Code. Reference: Section
						13160,
						Health and Safety Code.
California Code of Regulations › Title 19 - Public Safety › Division 1 - State Fire Marshal › Chapter 3 - Fire Extinguishers › Article 7 - Hydrostatic Testing › Section 594.1 - Test Equipment and Procedures, General

Current through Register 2024 Notice Reg. No. 28, July 12, 2024
When extinguisher shells, cartridges or cylinder fail a
					 hydrostatic pressure test, they shall be destroyed by the owner or at the
					 owner's direction.
1. New
					 section filed 3-4-92; operative 4-3-92 (Register 92, No. 15).
Note: Authority: Section
						13160,
						Health and Safety Code. Reference: Section
						13160,
						Health and Safety Code.
California Code of Regulations › Title 19 - Public Safety › Division 1 - State Fire Marshal › Chapter 3 - Fire Extinguishers › Article 7 - Hydrostatic Testing › Section 594.2 - Test Equipment for D.O.T. Specification Cylinders

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The equipment for testing D.O.T. specification cylinders
					 shall be of the type that meets the specifications of the pamphlet Methods for
					 Hydrostatic Testing of Compressed Gas Cylinders (Pamphlet C-1), published by
					 the Compressed Gas Association.
1. New
					 section filed 3-4-92; operative 4-3-92 (Register 92, No. 15).
2.
					 Amendment of section heading and section filed 12-27-2001; operative 1-1-2002
					 pursuant to Government Code section
					 11343.4
					 (Register 2001, No. 52).
Note: Authority: Section
						13160,
						Health and Safety Code. Reference: Section
						13160,
						Health and Safety Code.
California Code of Regulations › Title 19 - Public Safety › Division 1 - State Fire Marshal › Chapter 3 - Fire Extinguishers › Article 7 - Hydrostatic Testing › Section 594.3 - Test Equipment for Low Pressure Non-D.O.T. Specification Cylinders and Hose Assemblies

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(a)
				  The required equipment for testing low pressure non-D.O.T. specification
				  cylinders and hose assemblies consists of the following:
(1) Cylinders and hose assemblies shall be
				  tested within a protective cage device, or placed behind a protective shield,
				  that will permit visual observation while under pressure for leaks, bulges, and
				  other harmful defects.
(2) A
				  hydrostatic test pump, hand or power operated, shall be capable of producing
				  not less than 150 percent of the test pressure. It is to include appropriate
				  check valves and fittings.
(3) A
				  flexible connection between the test pump and the test cylinder shall be
				  provided with necessary fittings to test through the extinguisher nozzle, test
				  bonnet, or hose outlet, as applicable.
(4) Licensed individuals and licensed
				  companies performing this service shall maintain a license and Certificate of
				  Registration in conformance with Sections
				  595.5(a) and
				  595.9(a).
(5) Test pressure gauges shall be capable of
				  indicating 90 percent to 110 percent of the test pressure. The accuracy of this
				  gauge is to be checked by means of a master gauge quarterly and recorded on a
				  log that is to be maintained for 13 years.
California Code of Regulations › Title 19 - Public Safety › Division 1 - State Fire Marshal › Chapter 3 - Fire Extinguishers › Article 7 - Hydrostatic Testing › Section 594.5 - Recording of Tests

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(a)
				  High Pressure D.O.T. Specification Cylinders. For high pressure cylinders
				  passing a hydrostatic test, the month and year shall be stamped in accordance
				  with the requirements set forth by D.O.T. Recording (stamping) shall be placed
				  only on the shoulder, top head, neck, or footring (when so provided) of the
				  cylinder.
(b) Low Pressure D.O.T.
				  Cylinders. Extinguisher shells of low pressure D.O.T. cylinders that pass a
				  hydrostatic test shall have the test information provided in accordance with
				  D.OT. requirements and recorded on a suitable metallic label or equally durable
				  material. The label shall be affixed by a heatless process to the shell. These
				  labels shall be self-destructive when removal from an extinguisher shell is
				  attempted. The label shall include the following information:
(1) Month and year the test was performed,
				  indicated by a perforation, such as by a hand punch.
(2) Test pressure used.
(3) Name, address and license number (E#) of
				  the concern.
(4) For D.O.T.
				  Specification cylinders, the D.O.T. Retesters Identification Number (RIN), if
				  applicable.
(5) For D.O.T.
				  Specification cylinders, the letter "S" if the Modified Test Method was
				  used.
California Code of Regulations › Title 19 - Public Safety › Division 1 - State Fire Marshal › Chapter 3 - Fire Extinguishers › Article 7 - Hydrostatic Testing › Section 595 - Classifications and Definitions. [Repealed]

Current through Register 2024 Notice Reg. No. 28, July 12, 2024
1. Repealer
					 filed 3-4-92; operative 4-3-92 (Register 92, No. 15).
California Code of Regulations › Title 19 - Public Safety › Division 1 - State Fire Marshal › Chapter 3 - Fire Extinguishers › Article 8 - Licensing and Certificates of Registration › Section 595.1 - Document Transfers

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(a) A
				  license is not transferable except by the State Fire Marshal.
(b) The State Fire Marshal may transfer a
				  license upon submission of a new license application form and payment of
				  appropriate fees.
1. Amendment
					 of NOTE (1) filed 11-4-77; effective thirtieth day thereafter (Register 77, No.
					 45). For prior history, see Register 75, No. 32.
2. Repealer and new
					 section filed 3-4-92; operative 4-3-92 (Register 92, No. 15).
3.
					 Amendment of subsection (a) filed 2-28-2007; operative 3-30-2007 (Register
					 2007, No. 9).
Note: Authority cited: Section
						13160,
						Health and Safety Code. Reference: Sections
						13160,
						13175,
						13178
						and
						13184,
						Health and Safety Code.
California Code of Regulations › Title 19 - Public Safety › Division 1 - State Fire Marshal › Chapter 3 - Fire Extinguishers › Article 8 - Licensing and Certificates of Registration › Section 595.2 - Expired Documents

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Application for renewal of any license or Certificate of
					 Registration which has expired for less than one year from date of expiration
					 shall pay the renewal fee, as outlined in Sections
					 560(d)(2), (3), and
					 (5), plus a fifty percent (50%) penalty fee.
					 Application for renewal of any class of license or Certificate of Registration
					 which has expired for more than one year shall be considered as an original
					 application.
1. Amendment
					 filed 8-8-75; effective thirtieth day thereafter (Register 75, No.
					 32).
2. Repealer and new section filed 3-4-92; operative 4-3-92
					 (Register 92, No. 15).
3. Amendment filed 1-20-2022; operative
					 1-20-2022 pursuant to Government Code section
					 11343.4(b)(3)
					 (Register 2022, No. 3). (Filing deadline specified in Government Code section
					 11349.3(a)
					 extended 60 calendar days pursuant to Executive Order N-40-20 and an additional
					 60 days pursuant to Executive Order N-71-20.)
Note: Authority cited: Section
						13160,
						Health and Safety Code. Reference: Sections
						13160,
						13166,
						13167,
						13179,
						13180
						and
						13189,
						Health and Safety Code.
California Code of Regulations › Title 19 - Public Safety › Division 1 - State Fire Marshal › Chapter 3 - Fire Extinguishers › Article 8 - Licensing and Certificates of Registration › Section 595.3 - Minimum Ages

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(a) A
				  license shall not be issued to any person under 18 years of age.
(b) A Certificate of Registration shall not
				  be issued to any person under 18 years of age.
1. Repealer
					 and new section filed 3-4-92; operative 4-3-92 (Register 92, No. 15).
Note: Authority: Section
						13160,
						Health and Safety Code. Reference: Section
						13160,
						Health and Safety Code.
California Code of Regulations › Title 19 - Public Safety › Division 1 - State Fire Marshal › Chapter 3 - Fire Extinguishers › Article 8 - Licensing and Certificates of Registration › Section 595.4 - Replacement Issuance

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A replacement Certificate of Registration card may be
					 issued by the State Fire Marshal. A written statement describing the reasons
					 for the replacement issuance shall be submitted by the registrant before
					 replacement will be issued. The statement shall explain fully the reason for
					 the destruction of the certificate of registration card. The fee as outlined in
					 Section 560(d)(7) shall
					 be submitted for the issuance of a replacement certificate of registration
					 card.
1. Repealer
					 and new section filed 3-4-92; operative 4-3-92 (Register 92, No.
					 15).
2. Amendment of section heading and section filed 1-20-2022;
					 operative 1-20-2022 pursuant to Government Code section
					 11343.4(b)(3)
					 (Register 2022, No. 3). (Filing deadline specified in Government Code section
					 11349.3(a)
					 extended 60 calendar days pursuant to Executive Order N-40-20 and an additional
					 60 days pursuant to Executive Order N-71-20.)
Note: Authority cited: Section
						13160,
						Health and Safety Code. Reference: Sections
						13160,
						13175
						and
						13183,
						Health and Safety Code.
California Code of Regulations › Title 19 - Public Safety › Division 1 - State Fire Marshal › Chapter 3 - Fire Extinguishers › Article 8 - Licensing and Certificates of Registration › Section 595.5 - Fire Extinguisher License Types

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(a)
				  Types of licenses are as follows:
(1) Type A.
				  A class of license to service any or all types of fire extinguishers including
				  (2), (3), (4), (5), and (6), below.
(2) Type B. A class of license to perform
				  maintenance and recharging of water based fire extinguishers, and external
				  maintenance of carbon dioxide fire extinguishers.
(3) Type C. A class of license to conduct
				  hydrostatic tests of low pressure fire extinguisher cylinders and the fire
				  extinguisher concern shall posses the test equipment as specified in section
				  594.3(a) for
				  non-D.O.T. specification cylinders. A fire extinguisher concern possessing this
				  class of license shall be a D.O.T. approved cylinder requalification facility
				  if D.O.T. specification cylinders are tested and the fire extinguisher concern
				  shall posses the test equipment as specified in section
				  594.2.
(4) Type D. A class of license to perform
				  maintenance and recharging of dry chemical, dry powder and external maintenance
				  of halogenated agent fire extinguishers.
(5) Type E. A class of license to conduct
				  hydrostatic tests of high pressure fire extinguisher cylinders, and perform
				  internal maintenance and recharging of carbon dioxide fire extinguishers. A
				  fire extinguisher concern possessing this class of license shall be a DOT
				  approved cylinder requalification facility.
(6) Type F. A class of license to perform
				  internal maintenance, recharge and recover halogenated agents from portable
				  fire extinguishers. A fire extinguisher concern possessing this license shall
				  have a listed Halon 1211 closed recovery system.
(7) Type L. (Limited). A class of license,
				  limited to public or private entities that are not engaged in the business of
				  servicing fire extinguishers and which only maintain their own portable fire
				  extinguishers. A Type L licensee may only perform external annual maintenance
				  on all fire extinguishers.
EXCEPTION: A California State Fire Marshal Type L (limited)
					 Concern licensed prior to January 1, 2013 may continue to conduct internal
					 maintenance of stored pressure dry powder and dry chemical, water type and wet
					 chemical type fire extinguishers.
California Code of Regulations › Title 19 - Public Safety › Division 1 - State Fire Marshal › Chapter 3 - Fire Extinguishers › Article 8 - Licensing and Certificates of Registration › Section 595.6 - Concern Name

Current through Register 2024 Notice Reg. No. 28, July 12, 2024
(a)
				  In the event two applications are received by the State Fire Marshal, both of
				  which propose the use of the same or similar concern name, priority will be
				  given to the application bearing the earliest receipt date.
(b) Once a concern license has been issued,
				  there shall be no changes made to the concern name unless the change has been
				  approved in advance by the State Fire Marshal.
(c) The State Fire Marshal shall verify and
				  approve any proposed concern name as it relates to public safety and deceptive
				  practices.
1.
					 Renumbering and amendment of former section
					 595.7 to new section
					 595.6 filed 12-27-2001; operative
					 1-1-2002 pursuant to Government Code section
					 11343.4
					 (Register 2001, No. 52).
Note: Authority: Section
						13160,
						Health and Safety Code. Reference: Sections
						13160,
						13163,
						13164,
						13171
						and
						13172,
						Health and Safety Code.
California Code of Regulations › Title 19 - Public Safety › Division 1 - State Fire Marshal › Chapter 3 - Fire Extinguishers › Article 8 - Licensing and Certificates of Registration › Section 595.7 - Business Location

Current through Register 2024 Notice Reg. No. 28, July 12, 2024
For purpose of licensing, post office box numbers,
					 Commercial Mail Receiving Agency (CMRA), mail forwarding establishments,
					 telephone answering service establishments and other such similar
					 establishments are not acceptable as physical business locations. Licensees
					 shall provide the State Fire Marshal with the actual physical business location
					 from which business is conducted. This address shall match the physical address
					 as listed on the Fire Extinguisher Concern License. Each applicant shall
					 furnish a valid local business license from the local community that matches
					 their physical address as listed on the "Fire Extinguisher Concern License". A
					 licensed concern shall notify the State Fire Marshal of a change of location on
					 a Fire Extinguisher Application for Concern License or Change form and submit a
					 fee as prescribed in Section
					 560.
1. New
					 section filed 3-4-92; operative 4-3-92 (Register 92, No. 15).
2.
					 Renumbering of former section
					 595.7 to section
					 595.6 and renumbering and
					 amendment of former section
					 595.8 to section
					 595.7 filed 12-27-2001; operative
					 1-1-2002 pursuant to Government Code section
					 11343.4
					 (Register 2001, No. 52).
3. Amendment filed 1-20-2022; operative
					 1-20-2022 pursuant to Government Code section
					 11343.4(b)(3)
					 (Register 2022, No. 3). (Filing deadline specified in Government Code section
					 11349.3(a)
					 extended 60 calendar days pursuant to Executive Order N-40-20 and an additional
					 60 days pursuant to Executive Order N-71-20.)
Note: Authority cited: Section
						13160,
						Health and Safety Code. Reference: Sections
						13160,
						13163,
						13164,
						13169,
						13170,
						13172
						and
						13174,
						Health and Safety Code.
California Code of Regulations › Title 19 - Public Safety › Division 1 - State Fire Marshal › Chapter 3 - Fire Extinguishers › Article 8 - Licensing and Certificates of Registration › Section 595.8 - Posting of License

Current through Register 2024 Notice Reg. No. 28, July 12, 2024
Every license issued according to these regulations shall
					 be posted on the premises of the licensee's location. Licenses shall be readily
					 available for inspection during regular business hours by the local inspection
					 authority or by the State Fire Marshal.
1. New
					 section filed 3-4-92; operative 4-3-92 (Register 92, No. 15).
2.
					 Renumbering of former section
					 595.8 to section
					 595.7 and renumbering of former
					 section 595.9 to section
					 595.8 filed 12-27-2001; operative
					 1-1-2002 pursuant to Government Code section
					 11343.4
					 (Register 2001, No. 52).
Note: Authority: Section
						13160,
						Health and Safety Code. Reference: Sections
						13160
						and
						13173,
						Health and Safety Code.
California Code of Regulations › Title 19 - Public Safety › Division 1 - State Fire Marshal › Chapter 3 - Fire Extinguishers › Article 8 - Licensing and Certificates of Registration › Section 595.9 - Certificates of Registration

Current through Register 2024 Notice Reg. No. 28, July 12, 2024
(a)
				  Every certificate of registration shall indicate the type of acts or acts to be
				  performed as follows:
(1) Type 1--Recharge
				  and maintenance of any or all types of fire extinguishers.
(2) Type 2--Hydrostatic test any or all low
				  pressure non-D.O.T. specification fire extinguisher cylinders.
(3) Type 3--Hydrostatic test any or all
				  D.O.T. specification fire extinguishers cylinders.
California Code of Regulations › Title 19 - Public Safety › Division 1 - State Fire Marshal › Chapter 3 - Fire Extinguishers › Article 8 - Licensing and Certificates of Registration › Section 595.10 - Examination Procedures

Current through Register 2024 Notice Reg. No. 28, July 12, 2024
(a)
				  Every person who performs any act or acts within the scope of a Certificate of
				  Registration shall pass a written examination which may be supplemented by
				  practical tests when deemed necessary on such act or acts in accordance with
				  the provisions of this chapter.
(b)
				  Any applicant who has failed the examination may re-apply and take another
				  examination not less than fifteen (15) days from the date of the first
				  examination after filing a new application and paying the required
				  fee.
(c) Beginning on January 1,
				  1994, every four years at time of renewal when deemed necessary by the State
				  Fire Marshal, applicants for renewal of certificates of registration shall
				  successfully pass a written examination with payment of appropriate fees as
				  outlined in Section
				  560(d)(5) and as
				  required by Section
				  13177,
				  Health and Safety Code. These fees are non-refundable in accordance with
				  Section 560(c).
(d) Any applicant failing to take an
				  examination applied for within ninety (90) days of the date of eligibility must
				  re-apply for the intended examination with payment of appropriate fees as
				  outlined in Section
				  560(d)(1). These
				  fees are non-refundable in accordance with Section
				  560(c).
(e) Every person taking an examination for a
				  certificate of registration has the right to contest the validity of individual
				  questions in such examination.
(1) Upon
				  conclusion of the examination process, the person taking the examination may
				  request review of the test with staff of the Office of the State Fire
				  Marshal.
(2) Any challenge as to
				  the validity of individual questions of an examination must be made in writing
				  within 72 hours after taking said examination. Challenges shall state the
				  reason for the objection.
(3) The
				  decision as to the action to be taken on the submitted challenge shall be by
				  the State Fire Marshal and such decision shall be final.
(4) The action taken by the State Fire
				  Marshal shall be reflected in all future examinations but shall not affect the
				  grades established in any past examination.
California Code of Regulations › Title 19 - Public Safety › Division 1 - State Fire Marshal › Chapter 3 - Fire Extinguishers › Article 8 - Licensing and Certificates of Registration › Section 595.11 - Possession of Certificate of Registration

Current through Register 2024 Notice Reg. No. 28, July 12, 2024
Certificates of Registration shall be carried by the person
					 to whom it is issued whenever he or she is performing functions or services
					 regulated by this chapter.
1. New
					 section filed 3-4-92; operative 4-3-92 (Register 92, No. 15).
2.
					 Renumbering of former section
					 595.11 to section
					 595.10 and renumbering and
					 amendment of former section
					 595.12 to section
					 595.11 filed 12-27-2001; operative
					 1-1-2002 pursuant to Government Code section
					 11343.4
					 (Register 2001, No. 52).
Note: Authority: Section
						13160,
						Health and Safety Code. Reference: Section
						13178,
						Health and Safety Code.