Facilities must select, install, inspect, and maintain portable fire extinguishers in accordance with NFPA 10, Standard for Portable Fire Extinguishers. This is a life safety/fire protection requirement referencing NFPA chapters 18 and 19, which apply to new and existing health care occupancies under the Life Safety Code.
View official sourceK355 Portable Fire Extinguishers Portable fire extinguishers are selected, installed, inspected, and maintained in accordance with NFPA 10, Standard for Portable Fire Extinguishers. 18.3.5.12, 19.3.5.12, NFPA 10