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We’ve encountered the same issue in Ajax within the past two (2) months in a new subdivision installed with First Alert model 7020BSLA. Middle of the night activations. In one case, the family told me their 3 year old daughter was afraid to return to her bedroom because of the flashing light. In each case the homeowner reached out to First Alert (BRK) for a replacement unit.
We have used section 6.9 as systems continued to freeze. Once building is empty there is limited danger. No different from the building being under construction.
Good morning Mike,
Fire Underwriters references NFPA 1142 which has a form specifically for dry hydrant inspection and maintenance.
I can scan and send a copy to you if you wish.
My email is kwells@georgina.ca .
Best regards,
Keith
We currently use FireHouse software. We have adapted the program to generate orders rather than reports and have found it quite useful.
It is easy to pull up statistical reports on fires prevention and fire suppression activities.
It has been my experience that we do not have jurisdiction over the Provincial Parks. With that said, I have developed a good working relationship with the staff at our local park and they have been very respectful in times of fire bans as they are committed to the preservation of their parks not to mention a Provincial commitment to ensure that their facilities are compliant with the provisions of the Fire Code. If there is an ongoing concern that cannot be resolved, I would suggest that the OFMEM be advised as the Provincial Authority and either have them address the issue or obtain direction on how to proceed.
When the photos are taken they are entered into our notebooks under the photo log. This log includes the picture number as identified by the camera the date and time the photograph was taken and a description of the photograph. Along with the digital pictures being saved to the electronic file, the photos are then printed and labelled and placed in the notebook. I can send you a copy of both our investigation and inspection notebook if you would like. Also with digital images; if possible set your camera up to save the image in both raw and jpeg format. The raw format can show the court the photo has not been modified.
Vince,
In Kawartha Lakes we do the following:
1. Are your fire inspectors certified as building inspectors? Have Legal and Fire Protection (Not designated by Council as OBC Inspectors)
2. Do your fire inspectors conduct plans review? –>Comment usually Site Plan only
3. Do your fire inspectors conduct inspections on new construction / alterations (building permit issued)? –>We are going with building Department to all Part 3 Occupancy Inspections, NFPA 96 inspections and as requested. Have good relationship with Building Department. We conduct monthly meetings with CBO and Plans reviewer
4. Does your building department pay the wages of your fire inspectors that do plans review? –-> No
5. Does your building department cover the cost of BCIN courses, building codes, exams and annual certification? –>NoHi Vince,
1. Are your fire inspectors certified as building inspectors? Yes (Appointed by council for fire safety related issues)2. Do your fire inspectors conduct plans review? Yes (Building permits are not to be issued without the Fire Department’s approval. However this does not apply to single family residential buildings). On average, 6.5% of our time is spent conducting plans review.
3. Do your fire inspectors conduct inspections on new construction / alterations (building permit issued)? Yes. On average 12.4% of our time is spent conducting building inspections.
4. Does your building department pay the wages of your fire inspectors that do plans review? (Are they paid an hourly rate by the building department for their services?) No, not directly, but all municipal revenues including building permit fees and development charges go into the same account. The fire department costs come out of that account.
5. Does your building department cover the cost of BCIN courses, building codes, exams and annual certification? No. Same answer as #4. Courses, codes and annual certifications are budgeted for by the fire department and approved by council.
Keith Doucette
AjaxThe OBC allows doors, other than those in a Group A Division 1, to have a flamespread rating of not more than 200. [Div. B, 3.1.13.2.(2)] The type of material that the door is constructed of will affect the rating. Metal and most wood doors are acceptable. Coverings of most alkyd and latex paints will also satisfy this requirement. The thing to watch for is a shellac or lacquer covering which may cause the door to exceed the permitted flamespread.
Bonjour Armando
I am only recommending wireless, interconnected, battery operated smoke alarms in residential unit and only if they do not have hard wire smoke detectors. If hardwire smoke detector is in an apartment it stays like this.
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