Tenn. Comp. R. & Regs. 0780-02-14-.12

Current through June 26, 2024

Section 0780-02-14-.12 - RED TAGS

(1) A firm shall securely attach a red tag to:

(a) A portable fire extinguisher when conditions described in 5-1.3 of NFPA 10 are found; and

(b) A fixed fire extinguisher system if:

1. The system met the applicable standards at the time of installation, but does not meet the current standards;

2. The system must, in the course of installation or service, be left unattended in any condition other than automatic operation in all required appurtenant devices; and

3. An impairment or hazard extension (modification) is found.

(2) Whenever action is taken under paragraph (1) of this rule, the firm shall promptly:

(a) Transmit written notice (with appropriate recommendations) to the owner (or his representative); or

(b) Furnish copies of the notice to the Division and the local officials having jurisdiction.

(3) If a portable fire extinguisher is red-tagged, it shall be removed from service and replaced with an approved substitute.

(4) A service tag shall not be installed on a red-tagged portable fire extinguisher or fixed fire extinguisher system until it has been re-inspected and found to be in compliance with the standards.

(5) Red tags shall be the same size as service tags.

(6) Red tags shall bear the following information:

(a)"DO NOT REMOVE BY ORDER OF THE STATE FIRE MARSHAL" (all capital letters at least 10-point boldface type);

(b) Firm's name, address, and certificate number;

(c) Extinguisher specialist's name, license number, and signature;

(d) Date;

(e) Impairment; and

(f) Owner's name and address.

(7) Only authorized employees of a firm, authorized representatives of the Division, or local officials having jurisdiction may remove a red tag.

Tenn. Comp. R. & Regs. 0780-02-14-.12

Original rule filed November 17, 1986, effective January 1, 1987.

Authority: T.C.A. §§ 62-32-202 and 62-32-211.