Where should the tags and labels showing use/class or manufacturers be placed on a fire extinguisher?

The tags and labels indicating the use/class or manufacturer should be placed on the front of the fire extinguisher. This placement ensures that crucial information is easily visible and accessible to anyone who may need to use the extinguisher in an emergency. Having the information clearly displayed allows users to quickly identify the type of extinguishing agent and the specific class of fires for which the extinguisher is suitable, thus promoting effective and safe usage.

Accessibility is critical during a fire, where time is of the essence, and users may be stressed or disoriented. Labels placed on the front, as opposed to the back or sides, ensure that the necessary information is not obstructed or overlooked when the extinguisher is mounted on a wall or in a designated area. Additionally, having the information inside the extinguisher would not serve any practical purpose, as it would not be visible to users at the moment they need to make a decision regarding which extinguisher to use.