Kan. Admin. Regs. § 22-10-19
Current through Register Vol. 43, No. 45, November 7, 2024
Section 22-10-19 - Minimum performance standards for holders of class RB and RC registration certificates(a) Each Class RB registration certificate holder shall insure that the performance of servicing, recharging, installing, or inspecting portable fire extinguishers is done in accordance with the Kansas Fire Prevention Code, the appropriate national standards adopted therein and any applicable design specifications of the manufacturer. (b) Each Class RC registration certificate holder shall insure that the performance of hydrostatic testing of non-DOT fire extinguisher cylinders is done in accordance with the Kansas Fire Prevention Code, the appropriate national standards adopted therein and any applicable design specifications of the manufacturer. (c) The performance of servicing, recharging, installing or inspecting of portable fire extinguishers or hydrostatic testing of non-DOT fire extinguisher cylinders conducted after June 30, 1993 shall include, in addition to any other required tags or labels, the completion of a checklist or invoice. The original checklist or invoice will be left with a business representative at the time the servicing, recharging, installation or inspection is completed. A copy of the checklist will be maintained by the Class RB or RC registration certificate holder for at least 24 months during which time it is subject to inspection on demand by a deputy state fire marshal during normal business hours. The checklist or invoice shall include: (1) the business name and location; (3) the starting time and ending time of the work; (4) the name of the person completing the work; (5) the name, address and certificate number of the RB or RC registration certificate holder conducting the work; (6) the signature of a representative of the business; (7) a statement notifying the business that the checklist or invoice will be kept available for inspection by a deputy state fire marshal or local fire inspector; and (8) a summary of the number and types of extinguishers serviced and the type of service performed. (d) Six-year maintenance labels. After June 30, 1993, each six-year maintenance shall be recorded on a record label consisting of a mylar decal or sticker, with dimensions not exceeding 1.5 inches by 2.5 inches, which shall be affixed on the exterior of the extinguisher shell. Any six-year maintenance tags previously attached to an extinguisher shall be removed prior to affixing a new tag. The label shall contain: (1) the year and month that the six-year maintenance was performed; (2) the name of the firm completing the service; (3) the initials of the person performing the maintenance. (e) After June 30, 1993, whenever a low-pressure hydrostatic test is performed, it shall be recorded on a test label consisting of a mylar decal or sticker, with dimensions not exceeding 1.5 inches by 2.5 inches, which shall be affixed on the exterior of the extinguisher shell. Any test tag previously attached to an extinguisher shall be removed prior to affixing a new tag. The record label shall contain: (1) the year and month that the test was performed; (3) the name of the firm completing the service; and (4) the initials of the person performing the maintenance. (f) Internal service tags. After June 30, 1992, the following requirements shall be met. (1) In addition to any other label required by these regulations, an internal service tag shall be provided each time an extinguisher is opened for any type of maintenance or for any other purpose. The following types of extinguishers are exempt from this requirement: (C) dry chemical external cartridge-operated types; and (D) extinguishers containing water or water-type solutions. (2) An approved standard internal service label shall be at least 1/2 inch by 3 1/2 inch, on a durable material, either white or yellow in color, with a pressure sensitive adhesive backing conforming to the standards of UL 969, marking and labeling systems. (3) Internal service labels shall contain: (A) The Registration certificate number of the firm conducting the work; (B) the month and year the service was performed; and (C) the initials of the person conducting the work. (4) A new internal label shall be provided for an extinguisher each time internal service is performed for any purpose. (5) Internal service labels shall be affixed in the following manner. (A) Any label previously attached shall be removed prior to affixing a new tag. (B) The area to which the tag is to be affixed shall be cleaned to remove all residue of any kind, including old adhesive from a previously attached tag. (C) The tag shall be placed within 1 inch of the top of the siphon tube below the valve assembly. (D) The tag shall be pressed and adhered solidly around the tube. The writing must remain visible. Under no circumstances shall the required information be written directly on the siphon tube. Kan. Admin. Regs. § 22-10-19
Authorized by and implementing K.S.A. 1992 Supp. 31-133 and 31-133a, as amended by L. 1992, ch. 220, subsection 1; effective May 10, 1993.