Can you put a fire extinguisher in a cabinet?

Technically, no – neither OSHA nor the NFPA requires that you place your fire extinguishers inside of a cabinet, though OSHA does suggest that they should be mounted on brackets or placed in a wall cabinet to prevent damage or theft.
Sep 24, 2018

How do you install a fire extinguisher cabinet?





Remove cabinet and drill 5/32″ (4mm) holes through studs at marked points. Cabinet must be attached by at least 4 points, 2 of which must be in framing members. Install plastic wall an- chors in no more than 2 places if needed. For masonry walls, install expansion shields in wall at marked points.

Can a fire extinguisher be mounted sideways?

A modern fire extinguisher can be stored horizontally. The contents are under pressure, and the angle of storage will not cause the system to leak. Proper fire extinguisher storage includes using the appropriate mounting brackets, and being sure that you do not allow your extinguishers to freeze.

Do fire extinguishers need to be mounted?

Fire extinguishers need to be mounted to the wall so that they are secure, visible, and readily accessible. It is also important to mount them in such a way that they cannot be easily moved or damaged.
Mar 17, 2019

How should fire extinguishers be mounted?

To prevent fire extinguishers from being moved or damaged, they should be mounted on brackets or in wall cabinets with the carrying handle placed 3-1/2 to 5 feet above the floor. Larger fire extinguishers need to be mounted at lower heights with the carrying handle about 3 feet from the floor.
May 3, 2017

Where should you position a fire extinguisher?





Fire extinguishers should be located near to potential fire hazards, for example server rooms or cooking equipment. It is important not to position the extinguisher so close that it becomes inaccessible in the event of a fire or to places the operator in undue danger in case of fire.

Which type of fire extinguisher should be located in the kitchen?

Class B extinguishers are rated for fires involving flammable liquids such as kitchen grease, gasoline, oil, solvents and oil-based paint. Class B extinguishers are numerically rated on the number of square feet of fire they can put out.

What is the minimum clearance around a fire extinguisher?

So, they must be visible, readily accessible and immediately available. Most authorities having jurisdiction (AHJ) will expect at least 36-inches clearance in front of the extinguisher as long as it is still visible.

What is the ADA mounting height for a fire extinguisher cabinet?

The NFPA guidelines state that the distance from the floor to the top of the fire extinguisher to be no more than 5 feet. At the present time, raised and brailled characters or other special ADA signage are not required for fire protection cabinets.