NFPA 10: Standard for Portable Fire Extinguishers (2022 Edition)

By National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)

NFPA 10: Standard for Portable Fire Extinguishers, 2022 Edition is the authoritative reference governing the selection, installation, inspection, maintenance, and testing of portable fire extinguishers. Published by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), it is the official benchmark for fire safety compliance worldwide.

This 2022 edition incorporates updated requirements reflecting new extinguisher technologies, inspection practices, electronic record-keeping, and real-world fire safety scenarios. It applies to buildings of all occupancies and industries.

What This Standard Does

NFPA 10 establishes minimum requirements to ensure portable fire extinguishers are properly selected, installed, maintained, and ready for use in the event of a fire emergency.

Key Features of the 2022 Edition

• Updated inspection, maintenance, and recharging requirements
• Guidance on new extinguisher agents and technologies
• Electronic record-keeping options for compliance management
• New annexes, tables, and illustrations for practical application
• Integrated references to NFPA 1, NFPA 25, NFPA 101, and related codes
• Recognized by fire marshals and regulatory authorities worldwide

Who Should Use This Book?

• Fire safety inspectors and code officials
• Facility managers and safety coordinators
• Fire protection contractors and engineers
• Industrial, commercial, and institutional building operators
• Fire safety training organizations and consultants

Why It’s Essential

• Official NFPA standard for portable fire extinguishers
• Required reference for inspections, audits, and certifications
• Ensures regulatory compliance and life-safety readiness
• Trusted by authorities having jurisdiction (AHJs)

The definitive code for portable fire extinguisher safety and compliance.
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Product Details

• ISBN-13: 9781455927791
• Edition: 2022
• Publisher: National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)
• Publication Date: November 2, 2022
• Format: Paperback
• Pages: 200+
• Availability: In Stock
• Shipping: Free Worldwide Shipping

Table of Contents (Highlights)

• Scope and Purpose
• Definitions and Referenced Publications
• Selection of Portable Fire Extinguishers
• Installation and Mounting Requirements
• Inspection and Maintenance Procedures
• Testing and Recharging
• Training and Safety Practices
• Annexes A–D: Supplemental Tables and Guidance

FAQs

• Is this standard used for fire code compliance and inspections?
  Yes. NFPA 10 is the official standard used by fire marshals, inspectors, and authorities having jurisdiction (AHJs) for portable fire extinguisher compliance
• Does this edition include updated inspection and maintenance requirements?
  Yes. The 2022 Edition includes updated requirements for inspection intervals, maintenance procedures, recharging, and testing of portable fire extinguishers.
• Does the book cover electronic record-keeping and documentation?
  Yes. This edition introduces and clarifies electronic record-keeping options for inspection and compliance documentation.
• Are annexes, tables, and illustrations included?
  Yes. The standard includes annex material, tables, and figures that provide supplemental guidance and visual clarification..