Where should a consumer install his or her fire extinguisher?
All fire extinguishers should be mounted in the vehicle to prevent rolling, and potentially causing damage to the extinguisher or the interior of the vehicle. Plus, an unsecured fire extinguisher could cause injuries to the occupants of the vehicle. Each vehicle is different so there is not one place to mount your fire extinguisher. However, here are some guidelines for consumers to follow. The extinguisher should be visible and easy to reach. Mount the bracket on a strong, stable surface, sloping, vertical or horizontal position. The most common places to mount a fire extinguisher are in front of and behind the seat. Do NOT mount it in an area such as the engine compartment where a fire can make it inaccessible: where the extinguisher will get a build up of grease, oil or dirt where the extinguisher will be exposed to high temperatures. Caution: Be careful not to use screws anywhere near the gas tank, and be careful not to screw through an exterior body panel. After boring the holes i
