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 should 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 should be replaced.”
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Your boat's fire extinguisher should 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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📚Sources & Authority
Every claim on this page is backed by official government legislation and verified industry sources. Last verified: March 2026.
🏛 Official Government Sources
Pleasure Craft Licensing — Transport Canada
Transport Canada · March 2026
Official Transport Canada page for Pleasure Craft Licensing. Covers who needs a PCL, how to apply, number display requirements, and renewal.
Small Vessel Regulations — SOR/2010-91
Justice Laws Canada · March 2026
The Small Vessel Regulations define marking requirements for pleasure craft including PCL number size (75mm minimum), placement (both sides of bow), and colour contrast.
Canada Shipping Act, 2001
Justice Laws Canada · March 2026
The Canada Shipping Act is the federal legislation governing all vessel registration, safety, and compliance in Canadian waters.
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