Coloured plastic tamper seals for fire extinguishers, package of 500

Plastic Tamper Seals for Portable Fire Extinguishers – Pack of 500

These plastic tamper seals, also known as security seals, are essential indicators used to guarantee that a fire extinguisher is pressurized and has not been tampered with. Designed to break easily when the safety pin is pulled, they provide a visual confirmation of the equipment's integrity during safety inspections.

This model of seal is available in 6 colours; yellow, red, blue, orange, green or black. Please select your color in the box above.

Size:
length 9” x thread diameter 3/32”
(length 23 cm x thread diameter 2.4 mm)

Material: Blue plastic.

Why use tamper seals?

Plastic tamper seals are often used to secure the pull pins on portable fire extinguishers, which prevents accidental activation of the extinguishers.

Tamper seals may also be used on other types of equipment: first aid kits, toolboxes or any other equipment that must be regularly inspected. Tamper seals help save time during routine checks: if the tamper seal is still present, then the equipment has obviously not been used.

How to install a tamper seal?

Slide the beaded thread through the pull pin. Loop the thread around the extinguisher’s top handle. Insert the end of the beaded thread through its base. Tighten until the loop is snug against the handle.

A tamper seal is single use only. Once installed, it cannot be reused. The seal is easy to break if needed: simply turn the pull pin in place until the seal breaks. The tamper seal is extremely difficult to break by pulling it straight.

What to do if the tamper seal is missing?

If during the inspection you notice that the seal of the extinguisher is missing, ask yourself the following question: Has the extinguisher been used? If that is the case, we recommend contacting our customer service and scheduling a visit by one of our technicians. Our price list is available under the Services tab. We serve the Greater Montreal area. 

Remember that chemical powder fire extinguishers become depressurized following activation. The compressed propellant gas escapes and renders the extinguisher non-functional even if some powder still remains inside. This is why it is important to ensure the extinguisher is in proper working condition before reinstalling it. You can use a replacement seal to secure your fire extinguisher. If you have the required experience to determine that the extinguisher has not been used at all, you can leave the extinguisher in place. Otherwise, send the extinguisher to be inspected by an expert.

Why Choose These Plastic Seals?

• Visual Integrity: The presence of an intact seal confirms that the extinguisher has not been discharged or tampered with since its last inspection.

• Easy Breakage: Specifically engineered with a low break strength to ensure the safety pin can be pulled instantly in an emergency without resistance.

• Color-Coded Management: Available in various colors (such as red, yellow, green, or blue), allowing for easy tracking of inspection years or different types of equipment.

• Bulk Format: Sold in packs of 500, making them a cost-effective solution for fire safety service providers and large facility managers.

Technical Specifications

• Material: Durable yet brittle plastic for clean breakage.

• Quantity: 500 seals per pack.

• Colors: Available in multiple colors for categorization.

• Application: Fits all standard fire extinguisher safety pins.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Why are there different colors available?

Different colors are often used to identify the year the extinguisher was last serviced. For example, a company might use yellow seals for all inspections done in one year and switch to red for the next to identify missed units at a glance.

Can these seals be reused once broken?

No. These are single-use security devices designed to be destroyed upon removal to prevent unauthorized re-sealing of a potentially empty extinguisher.

Do I need a tool to remove the seal during an emergency?

Absolutely not. The seal is designed to snap effortlessly when you twist or pull the metal safety pin, ensuring there is no delay in firefighting efforts.

Are these seals mandatory for compliance?

Yes, most safety standards, including NFPA-10, require a tamper seal to be installed to indicate that the extinguisher is ready for use and has not been tampered with.

OHS Expert Advice

During your monthly inspections, a broken or missing seal is an immediate "fail". Even if the pressure gauge is in the green, a missing seal suggests the unit might have been partially discharged, which can lead to a loss of pressure over time. Always replace the seal after a technician has verified the unit, and ensure the color matches your organization's current inspection cycle for better oversight.

Do you need additional safety equipment?

Check out these items:  18-inch orange warning cone (EPTCONE), yellow plastic monthly inspection tag (IPTAG4), 10 lb class ABC portable powder fire extinguisher (EXABC10), outdoor plastic surface cabinet (EC9), 20 lb portable powder fire extinguisher (EXABC20).

Under “Accessories” at the bottom of the page. If you are looking for work equipment, check out the following products: Stopper II cover without local alarm (ECSTI1200FRE), manual wall-mounted fire alarm station (ECST270), or Weather Stopper cover (ECSTI3150FRE).

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