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According to ASTTBC professional practice standards, when a technician replaces an extinguisher on-site with a 'loaner' while performing maintenance, the loaner must:

NFPA 10 Section 7.1.3 and ASTTBC guidelines require that extinguishers removed from service for maintenance or recharge must be replaced by fire extinguishers s

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Question: According to ASTTBC professional practice standards, when a technician replaces an extinguisher on-site with a 'loaner' while performing maintenance, the loaner must:

Answer options: ✅ Be of a capacity and rating equal to or greater than the one removed.

  • Only be provided if the building has no fire alarm system.
  • Be a CO2 extinguisher regardless of the original type.
  • Not be required if the maintenance takes less than 24 hours.

Correct answer: Be of a capacity and rating equal to or greater than the one removed.

Explanation: NFPA 10 Section 7.1.3 and ASTTBC guidelines require that extinguishers removed from service for maintenance or recharge must be replaced by fire extinguishers suitable for the type of hazard being protected and shall be of at least equal rating.

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