What should happen to tamper indicators and seals at the time of maintenance?

Tamper indicators and seals serve an important purpose in the maintenance and inspection of portable fire extinguishers. When a fire extinguisher undergoes maintenance, tamper indicators and seals should be removed only if they are damaged, indicating that the extinguisher has potentially been accessed or discharged inappropriately. The removal of these indicators is a necessary step to ensure that any subsequent inspections can accurately assess whether the extinguisher has been tampered with since the last maintenance.

After maintenance, it is important to replace tamper seals with new ones to ensure the extinguisher remains secure until the next inspection. Keeping records of these actions in the maintenance log helps maintain accountability and track the history of maintenance for the extinguisher, providing valuable information for future checks.

The correct practice involves understanding the significance of tamper indicators and seals as part of the extinguisher’s overall safety and operational integrity.