Fire extinguisher maintenance can look routine but this card shows why it should never be treated casually. The briefing card gives crew and vessel leaders a practical guide to carrying out checks and maintenance safely, with a clear focus on competence, corrosion risks, correct handling of gas cartridge and stored-pressure extinguishers, emergency awareness and proper recording after the work is done. Use it to strengthen onboard checks and briefings,
Remember, you always have the right to put your own safety and the safety of others first.
If it looks unsafe, stop. Small actions can prevent great harm.
If you have concerns or want to share lessons learned you can do that confidentially through CHIRP, so others can benefit too.