How to import fire extinguishers

How to Import Fire Extinguishers

From the building detail screen, click the Fire Extinguishers tab

Click Import

>>> Click Sample File to download the import template. This template must be used (and cannot be adjusted) for the import

When the file is filled in, save and download the file as a CSV

Navigate back to the Extinguisher tab and click Choose File and select the file from your computer

Once to see the file listed click Import CSV File

Once imported, you will be redirected back to the Building where you will see a green success bar

Click the Fire Extinguishers tab, the Extinguishers to see your newly imported Extinguishers.

Understanding the Extinguisher Template

Listed below is a breakdown of all the fields in the extinguisher template, a copy of the report available for download, and a sample report. 

Note: not every field is required for a successful import. No one field is required, but a more complete import will allow for more detailed inspections and reports. 

Location - The location in the building where the extinguisher resides

Description - Use this space to further describe where in the building the extinguisher is located (ex. 1st Floor - Northeast Corridor) 

Make - The make of the fire extinguisher

Serial Number - The extinguisher’s serial number

Barcode - The extinguisher’s barcode

Weight - Inspect Point comes with several extinguisher weights to select, including 2.5# - 350#, and 2.5L - 6.8L. 

Type - The type/class of extinguisher

Date Purchased - The date when the extinguisher was purchased

Notes - Notes that backend users and technicians can see about the extinguisher

Internal Notes - Notes that only backend users can see about the extinguisher

Next Service Date - The date the extinguisher is set to be serviced next

Last Service Date - The date the extinguisher was last serviced

Date Manufactured - The date the extinguisher was manufactured

Next Five Year Maintenance - The date of the extinguisher’s next five-year maintenance

Next Six-Year Maintenance - The date of the extinguisher’s next six-year maintenance

Next 12-Year Hydro - The date of the extinguisher’s next 12-year hydro

Last Scanned At - The date the extinguisher was last scanned at

Fire Extinguisher Import Template Below: