How often is semi-annual suppression system service required for a kitchen suppression system in California?

Q: How often is semi-annual suppression system service required for a kitchen suppression system in California?

Every 6 months. The chemical system that douses a stove fire is inspected and tagged twice a year. Code reference: 19 CCR §904(a)(2) (adopting NFPA 17A).

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Kitchen suppression system inspection requirements in California

1 code-mandated inspection, each with the section that requires it. Generated from the same catalog that runs Muniment, so this page cannot drift from what the product actually enforces.

Semi-annual suppression system service

Every 6 months

The chemical system that douses a stove fire is inspected and tagged twice a year.

Code reference: 19 CCR §904(a)(2) (adopting NFPA 17A)
Who may perform it: Licensed fire suppression technician

Read the operative sentence

“Engineered and pre-engineered fixed extinguishing systems shall be inspected, tested and maintained at least semi-annually, and immediately after a system activation. NOTE: §904 also provides that “Local authorities may require more frequent inspection, testing and maintenance and additional procedures.””

19 CCR §904(a)(2), as published by Cornell LII · read Aug 22, 2026

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Muniment tracks inspection schedules against published code references. It is not legal advice, and the authority having jurisdiction has final say. Last generated from the catalog at https://usemuniment.com.