Fire Extinguisher Mounting: Wall vs Floor-Standing vs Freestanding

Blue SteelCo
Apr 10
1 min read

Updated: Apr 13

OSHA 1910.157(c)(1) requires fire extinguishers to be readily accessible, conspicuously located, and mounted at specific heights — handles no higher than 5 feet for units 40 lbs and under, and no higher than 3.5 feet for units over 40 lbs.

Beyond that, the standard does not dictate how you mount them. Wall brackets, wall cabinets, floor-standing racks, and freestanding stands all satisfy the requirement when installed correctly. The right choice depends on your facility type, the number of extinguishers, how often your layout changes, and whether you want to drill into walls.

Check out the full guide here. Fire Extinguisher Racks Guide

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