Fire Extinguisher Inspection Labels on Vessels
Small Vessel Regulations — Fire Safety Equipment · Federal — Canada
§The Law
SOR/2010-91 + Canada Shipping Act 2001 — Small Vessel Regulations — Fire Safety Equipment
“Marine fire extinguishers must be of an approved type, mounted in an accessible and conspicuous location, and inspected annually with the inspection date recorded. Extinguishers showing discharge or damage must be replaced.”
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Your boat's fire extinguisher must be mounted where anyone on board can grab it instantly and must carry an up-to-date inspection label. A discharged or expired extinguisher is a compliance violation — Transport Canada officers check during vessel inspections.
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Specific Requirements
Approved marine-rated fire extinguisher (5-B:C minimum)
Mounted in conspicuous, accessible location near helm
Annual inspection tag with technician name and date
Pressure gauge in green zone — replace if not
Mounting bracket labelled "FIRE EXTINGUISHER"
Replace or recharge after any partial discharge
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- Regulation
- SOR/2010-91 + Canada Shipping Act 2001
- Jurisdiction
- 🇨🇦 Federal — Canada
- Category
- Marine & Boating Law
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