Fire Dept. Inspection Report - Commercial Facilities

• Document No.

• Audit Title

• Client / Site

• Conducted on

  Date

• Prepared by

• Location
  Address

• Personnel

Contacts

• Property Representative (Name, Phone #, Email )

• Property Owner (Name, Phone #, Email )

• Emergency Contact 1 (Name, Phone # )

• Emergency Contact 2 (Name, Phone # )

Preplan

• Preplan Drawing (OverHead)

  Drawing

• Preplan Photos A,B,C,D sides

  Media

Building Pre-plan Information

• Hydrant Locations and Information?

• Add media

  Media

• Knox Box (if yes enter location)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Location

• Add media

  Media

• Annunciator Panel (if yes enter location)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Location

• Add media

  Media

• FDC (if yes enter location)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Location

• Add media

  Media

• Gas Service (if yes enter location)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Location

• Add media

  Media

• Electric Service Location

• Add media

  Media

• Special Hazards ( if yes list hazards)

  Yes

  N/A

• Hazard Present and Location

• Yes

  No

  N/A

• Add media

  Media

• Number of Stories Above Grade

  1

  2

  3

  4

• Number of Stories Below Grade

  0

  1

  2

  3

  4

• Construction Type

  Select Fire-Resistive Noncombustible Ordinary Heavy Timber Wood Frame

  • Fire-Resistive
  • Noncombustible
  • Ordinary
  • Heavy Timber
  • Wood Frame

• Roof Construction?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Floor Construction?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Occupancy Group

  Select A - Assembly B - Business E - Educational F - Factory/Industrial H - High Hazard I - Institutional M - Mercantile R - Residential S - Storage U - Miscellaneuos

  • A - Assembly
  • B - Business
  • E - Educational
  • F - Factory/Industrial
  • H - High Hazard
  • I - Institutional
  • M - Mercantile
  • R - Residential
  • S - Storage
  • U - Miscellaneuos

• Occupancy Group Comments

• Sprinkler System installed?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

General

• Valid Occupancy Permit

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• NOTICE OF VIOLATIONS
  
  (a) 102.3.1 Certificate of occupancy. A responsible person shall maintain a copy of the current certificate of occupancy, for a structure regulated by the building code as listed in rule 1301:7-7-47 of the Administrative Code and make it available to the fire code official upon request. This paragraph only applies to a certificate of occupancy in existence as of the effective day of this rule issued by a building official and/or a certificate of occupancy issued by a building official after the effective date of this rule.
  
  (c) 105.3.3 Occupancy.
  
  (i) 105.3.3.1 Acceptance testing of fire protection systems. Prior to the issuance by the building official of any certificate of occupancy for any building subject to paragraph (D)(2)(a)(104.2.1) of this rule, the responsible person shall notify the fire code official to be present to witness the acceptance testing of all fire protection systems.
  
  (ii) 105.3.3.2 Final inspection. Prior to the issuance by the building official of any certificate of occupancy for any building subject to paragraph (D)(2)(a)(104.2.1) of this rule, the responsible person shall notify the fire code official to conduct a final inspection. The fire code official shall report any deficiencies of the fire protection systems to the building official.
  
  (iii) 105.3.3.3 Minimum conditions for safe occupancy. No structure, premises or building, or any portion thereof, shall be occupied unless:
  
  (a) 105.3.3.3.1 Such structures, premises or buildings or portions thereof are in substantial compliance with the applicable provisions of this code and the building code as referenced in rule 1301:7-7-47 of the Administrative Code; or
  
  (b) 105.3.3.3.2 The structure, premises or building, or any portion thereof, does not constitute a distinct hazard to life or property in accordance with the provisions of this code.
  
  

• Occupancy Load Posted (Assembly Use Groups)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• NOTICE OF VIOLATIONS
  
  (3) 1004.3 Posting of occupant load. Every room or space that is an assembly occupancy shall have the occupant load of the room or space posted in a conspicuous place, near the main exit or exit access doorway from the room or space. Posted signs shall be of an approved legible permanent design and shall be maintained by the owner or authorized agent.

• Were non-approved alterations or renovations made since last inspection?

  Yes

  N/A

• NOTICE OF VIOLATIONS
  
  (B) Section 102 Applicability
  
  (3) 102.3 Minimum conditions of occupancy. All structures subject to this code may be occupied only in accordance with the provisions of the building code as listed in rule 1301:7-7-47 of the Administrative Code and, at a minimum, the following paragraphs:
  
  1. New construction. Occupancy of a newly constructed structure must be in compliance with paragraph (E)(3 ( c)(105 3.3 ) and paragraph (I)(1)(1091) of this rule and paragraph (AX5)( 901.5 ) of rule 1301:7-7-09 of the Administrative Code.
  
  2. Existing structures.
  
  2.1 Alterations. Any alterations to an existing structure shall be done in accordance with paragraph (B)(4)( 102.4 ) of this rule.
  
  2.2 Change of occupancy. Any changes of occupancy to an existing structure shall be done in accordance with paragraph (B)(3)(a)(102 31) of this rule.
  
  2.3 General occupancy. An existing structure or premises may only be occupied in accordance with paragraph (E)(3)(c)(105 3.3 ) and paragraph (I)(1)( 109.1 ) of this rule. No existing structure or premises or part thereof that constitutes a distinct hazard to life or property or is not legally in existence at the time of adoption of this code shall be occupied.
  
  (a) 102.3.1 Certificate of occupancy. A responsible person shall maintain a copy of the current certificate of occupancy, for a structure regulated by the building code as listed in rule 1301:7-7-47 of the Administrative Code and make it available to the fire code official upon request. This paragraph only applies to a certificate of occupancy in existence as of the effective day of this rule issued by a building official and/or a certificate of occupancy issued by a building official after the effective date of this rule.
  
  (b) 102.3.2 Change of use or occupancy. No change shall be made in the use or occupancy of any structure that would place the structure in a different division of the same group or occupancy or in a different group of occupancies, unless such structure is made to comply with the requirements of this code and the building code as listed in rule 1301:7-7-47 of the Administrative Code. Subject to the approval of the fire code official, the use or occupancy of an existing structure shall be allowed to be changed and the structure is allowed to be occupied for purposes in other groups without conforming to all the requirements of this code and the building code as listed in rule 1301:7-7-47 of the Administrative Code for those groups, provided the new or proposed use is less hazardous, based on life and fire risk, than the existing use.
  
  (4) 102.4 Application of building code. The planning, design and construction of new buildings and structures to provide the necessary egress facilities, fire protection, and built-in fire protection equipment shall be controlled by the building code of the jurisdiction; and any alterations, additions or changes of occupancy in buildings required by the provisions of this code which are within the scope of the building code shall be made in accordance therewith.

• Are the utilities in good working condition? (HVAC, Water, Electrical)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• NOTICE OF VIOLATIONS
  
  (G) Section 107 Maintenance
  
  (1) 107.1 Maintenance of safeguards. Whenever or wherever any device, equipment, system, condition, arrangement, level of protection, or any other feature is required for compliance with the provisions of this code, or otherwise installed, such device, equipment, system, condition, arrangement, level of protection, or other feature shall thereafter be continuously maintained in accordance with this code and applicable referenced standards.

• Are LPG Tanks protected by the required vehicle impact protection?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• NOTICE OF VIOLATIONS
  
  Ohio Administrative Code: 1301:7-7-03 General requirements.
  (L) Section 312 Vehicle impact protection
  
  (1) 312.1 General. Vehicle impact protection required by this code shall be provided by posts that comply with paragraph (L)(2)( 312.2 ) of this rule or by other approved physical barriers that comply with paragraph (L)(3)( 312.3 ) of this rule.
  
  (2) 312.2 Posts. Guard posts shall comply with all of the following requirements:
  (a) Constructed of steel not less than 4 inches (102 mm) in diameter and concrete filled.
  (b) Spaced not more than 4 feet (1219 mm) between posts on center.
  (c) Set not less than 3 feet (914 mm) deep in a concrete footing of not less than a 15-inch (381 mm) diameter.
  (d) Set with the top of the posts not less than 3 feet (914 mm) above ground.
  (e) Located not less than 3 feet (914 mm) from the protected object.
  
  (3) 312.3 Other barriers. Physical barriers shall be a minimum of 36 inches (914 mm) in height and shall resist a force of 12,000 pounds (53 375 N) applied 36 inches (914 mm) above the adjacent ground surface.
  
  OAC: 1301:7-7-27 Hazardous materials-general provisions.
  (c) 2703.9.3 Protection from vehicles. Guard posts or other approved means shall be provided to protect storage tanks and connected piping, valves and fittings; dispensing areas; and use areas subject to vehicular damage in accordance with paragraph (L)(312) of rule 1301:7-7-03 of the Administrative Code.
  
  OAC: 1301:7-7-30 Compressed gases.
  (b) 3003.5.2 Physical protection. Compressed gas containers, cylinders, tanks and systems which could be exposed to physical damage shall be protected. Guard posts or other approved means shall be provided to protect compressed gas containers, cylinders, tanks and systems indoors and outdoors from vehicular damage and shall comply with paragraph (L)(312) of rule 1301:7-7-03 of the Administrative Code.
  
  (f) 3003.16.6 Vehicle impact protection. Vaults shall be resistant to damage from the impact of a motor vehicle, or vehicle impact protection shall be provided in accordance with paragraph (L)(312) of rule 1301:7-7-03 of the Administrative Code.
  
  OAC: 1301:7-7-34 Flammable and combustible liquids.
  (D) Section 3404 Storage
  
  (vi) 3404.2.8.6 Vehicle impact protection. Vaults shall be resistant to damage from the impact of a motor vehicle, or vehicle impact protection shall be provided in accordance with paragraph (L)(312) of rule 1301:7-7-03 of the Administrative Code.
  
  OAC: 1301:7-7-38 Liquefied petroleum gases.
  (4) 3807.4 Protecting containers from vehicles. Where exposed to vehicular damage due to proximity to alleys, driveways or parking areas, LP-gas containers, regulators and piping shall be protected in accordance with paragraph (L)(312) of rule 1301:7-7-03 of the Administrative Code.
  

Exits, Doors, Egress, Signs and Lighting

• Are Egress Pathways Clear & Unobstructed?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• NOTICE OF VIOLATION
  
  (DD) Section 1030 Maintenance of the means of egress
  
  (1) 1030.1 General. The means of egress for buildings or portions thereof shall be maintained in accordance with this paragraph.
  
  (2) 1030.2 Reliability. Required exit accesses, exits or exit discharges shall be continuously maintained free from obstructions or impediments to full instant use in the case of fire or other emergency when the areas served by such exits are occupied. Security devices affecting means of egress shall be subject to approval of the fire code official.
  
  (3) 1030.3 Obstructions. A means of egress shall be free from obstructions that would prevent its use, including the accumulation of snow and ice.

• Are Fire Doors functioning properly and are they free of non-approved devices?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• NOTICE OF VIOLATION
  
  OFC SECTION 703 FIRE-RESISTANCE-RATED CONSTRUCTION (C)
  
  703.2 Opening protectives.
  Opening protectives shall be maintained in an operative condition in accordance with NFPA 80 as listed in rule 1301:7-7-47 of the Administrative Code. Fire doors and smoke barrier doors shall not be blocked or obstructed or otherwise made inoperable. Fusible links shall be replaced promptly whenever fused or damaged. Fire door assemblies shall not be modified.
  
  703.2.2 Hold-open devices and closers.
  Hold-open devices and automatic door closers, where provided, shall be maintained. During the period that such device is out of service for repairs, the door it operates shall remain in the closed position.
  
  703.2.3 Door operation.
  Swinging fire doors shall close from the full-open position and latch automatically. The door closer shall exert enough force to close and latch the door from any partially open position.
  
  

• Are the Exit Doors Locked or Blocked?

  No

  Yes

• NOTICE OF VIOLATION
  
  (DD) Section 1030 Maintenance of the means of egress
  
  (1) 1030.1 General. The means of egress for buildings or portions thereof shall be maintained in accordance with this paragraph.
  
  (2) 1030.2 Reliability. Required exit accesses, exits or exit discharges shall be continuously maintained free from obstructions or impediments to full instant use in the case of fire or other emergency when the areas served by such exits are occupied. Security devices affecting means of egress shall be subject to approval of the fire code official.

• Is Emergency Lighting adequate, unobstructed & properly tested & maintained? (tested monthly)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• NOTICE OF VIOLATION
  
  4604.4 Power source.
  Where emergency illumination is required in paragraph (D)(5)( 4604.5 ) of this rule, exit signs shall be visible under emergency illumination conditions.
  Exception: Approved signs that provide continuous illumination independent of external power sources are not required to be connected to an emergency electrical system..
  
  4604.5 Illumination emergency power.
  The power supply for means of egress illumination shall normally be provided by the premises' electrical supply. In the event of power supply failure, illumination shall be automatically provided from an emergency system for the following occupancies where such occupancies require two or more means of egress:
  1. Group A having 50 or more occupants.
  Exception: Assembly occupancies used exclusively as a place of worship and having an occupant load of less than 300.
  2. Group B buildings three or more stories in height, buildings with 100 or more occupants above or below a level of exit discharge serving the occupants or buildings with 1,000 or more total occupants.
  3. Group E in interior stairs, corridors, windowless areas with student occupancy, shops and laboratories.
  4. Group F having more than 100 occupants.
  Exception: Buildings used only during daylight hours which are provided with windows for natural light in accordance with the building code as listed in rule 1301:7-7-47 of the Administrative Code.
  5. Group I.
  6. Group M.
  Exception: Buildings less than 3,000 square feet (279 m2) in gross sales area on one story only, excluding mezzanines.
  7. Group R-1.
  Exception: Where each sleeping unit has direct access to the outside of the building at grade.
  8. Group R-2.
  Exception: Where each dwelling unit or sleeping unit has direct access to the outside of the building at grade.
  9. Group R-4.
  Exception: Where each sleeping unit has direct access to the outside of the building at ground level.
  

• Are Exits marked properly & exit signs unobstructed & properly maintained?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• NOTICE OF VIOLATION
  
  OFC SECTION 1011 EXIT SIGNS (K)[B]
  
  1011.1 Where required.
  Exits and exit access doors shall be marked by an approved exit sign readily visible from any direction of egress travel. The path of egress travel to exits and within exits shall be marked by readily visible exit signs to clearly indicate the direction of egress travel in cases where the exit or the path of egress travel is not immediately visible to the occupants. Intervening means of egress doors within exits shall be marked by exit signs. Exit sign placement shall be such that no point in an exit access corridor or exit passageway is more than 100 feet (30 480 mm) or the listed viewing distance for the sign, whichever is less, from the nearest visible exit sign.
  
  1011.2 Illumination.
  Exit signs shall be internally or externally illuminated.
  Exception: Tactile signs required by paragraph (K)(3)( 1011.3 ) of this rule need not be provided with illumination.
  
  1011.4 Internally illuminated exit signs.
  Electrically powered, self-luminous and photoluminescent exit signs shall be listed and labeled in accordance with UL 924 as listed in rule 1301:7-7-47 of the Administrative Codeand shall be installed in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions and Chapter 27 of the building code as listed in rule 1301:7-7-47 of the Administrative Code.Exit signs shall be illuminated at all times.
  
  1011.5 Externally illuminated exit signs.
  Externally illuminated exit signs shall comply with paragraphs (K)(5)(a)(1011.5.1) to (K)(5)(c)(1011.5.3) of this rule.
  
  1011.5.2 Exit sign illumination.
  The face of an exit sign illuminated from an external source shall have an intensity of not less than 5 foot-candles (54 lux).
  
  1011.5.3 Power source.
  Exit signs shall be illuminated at all times. To ensure continued illumination for a duration of not less than 90 minutes in case of primary power loss, the sign illumination means shall be connected to an emergency power system provided from storage batteries, unit equipment or an on-site generator. The installation of the emergency power system shall be in accordance with Chapter 27 of the building code as listed in rule 1301:7-7-47 of the Administrative Code.
  Exception: Approved exit sign illumination means that provide continuous illumination independent of external power sources for a duration of not less than 90 minutes, in case of primary power loss, are not required to be connected to an emergency electrical system.
  
  1030.4 Exit signs.
  Exit signs shall be installed and maintained in accordance with paragraph (K)(1011) of this rule. Decorations, furnishings, equipment or adjacent signage that impairs the visibility of exit signs, creates confusion or prevents identification of the exit shall not be allowed.
  

• Are combustible goods stored in the path of egress?

  Yes

  N/A

• NOTICE OF VIOLATION
  
  (N) Section 314 Indoor displays
  
  (1) 314.1 General. Indoor displays constructed within any occupancy shall comply with paragraphs (N)(2)( 314.2 ) to (N)(4)( 314.4 ) of this rule.
  
  (2) 314.2 Fixtures and displays. Fixtures and displays of goods for sale to the public shall be arranged so as to maintain free, immediate and unobstructed access to exits as required by rule 1301:7-7-10 of the Administrative Code.
  
  (3) 314.3 Highly combustible goods. The display of highly combustible goods, including but not limited to flammable or combustible liquids, liquefied flammable gases, oxidizing materials, pyroxylin plastics and agricultural goods, in main exit access aisles, corridors, covered malls, or within 5 feet (1524 mm) of entrances to exits and exterior exit doors is prohibited when a fire involving such goods would rapidly prevent or obstruct egress.

• Are exits free of decorations and clearly visible?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• NOTICE OF VIOLATIONS
  
  Maintenance of the means of egress
  
  (1) 1030.1 General. The means of egress for buildings or portions thereof shall be maintained in accordance with this paragraph.
  
  (6) 1030.6 Furnishings and decorations. Furnishings, decorations or other objects shall not be placed so as to obstruct exits, access thereto, egress therefrom, or visibility thereof Hangings and draperies shall not be placed over exit doors or otherwise be located to conceal or obstruct an exit. Mirrors shall not be placed on exit doors. Mirrors shall not be placed in or adjacent to any exit in such a manner as to confuse the direction of exit.

Fire Rated Assemblies

• Are the fire rated assemblies intact, are required ceiling tiles in intact?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• NOTICE OF VIOLATIONS
  
  OFC SECTION 703 FIRE-RESISTANCE-RATED CONSTRUCTION (C)
  703.1 Maintenance.
  The required fire-resistance rating of fire-resistance-rated construction (including walls, firestops, shaft enclosures, partitions, smoke barriers, fire-resistive coatings and sprayed fire-resistant materials applied to structural members and fire-resistant joint systems) shall be maintained. Such elements shall be visually inspected by the owner annually and properly repaired, restored or replaced when damaged, altered, breached or penetrated. Where concealed, such elements shall not be required to be visually inspected by the owner unless the concealed space is accessible by the removal or movement of a panel, access door, ceiling tile or similar movable entry to the space. Openings made therein for the passage of pipes, electrical conduit, wires, ducts, air transfer openings and holes made for any reason shall be protected with approved methods capable of resisting the passage of smoke and fire. Openings through fire-resistance-rated assemblies shall be protected by self- or automatic-closing doors of approved construction meeting the fire protection requirements for the assembly.
  
  703.1.3 Fire walls, fire barriers and fire partitions.
  Required fire walls, fire barriers and fire partitions shall be maintained to prevent the passage of fire. All openings protected with approved doors or fire dampers shall be maintained in accordance with NFPA 80 as listed in rule 1301:7-7-47 of the Administrative Code.

• Are decorations or signs suspended from the fire rated ceiling assembly?

  Yes

  N/A

• NOTICE OF VIOLATIONS
  
  (C) Section 703 Fire-resistance-rated construction
  
  (3) 703.3 Ceilings. The hanging and displaying of salable goods and other decorative materials from acoustical ceiling systems that are part of a fire-resistance-rated floor/ceiling or roof/ceiling assembly, shall be prohibited.

• Are balconies free from open-flame grills?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• NOTICE OF VIOLATIONS
  
  (H) Section 308 Open flames
  
  (d) 308.1.4 Open flame cooking devices. Charcoal burners and other open-flame cooking devices shall not be operated on combustible balconies or within 10 feet (3048 mm) of combustible construction.
  
  Exceptions:
  1. One- and two-family dwellings.
  2. Where buildings, balconies and decks are protected by an automatic sprinkler system.
  3. Where approved by the fire code official, charcoal burners are allowed to be operated on combustible balconies or within 10 feet (3048 mm) of combustible construction where all of the following conditions are met:
  3.1. The charcoal burners are attended by an adult at all times when in operation.
  3.2. Portable fire extinguishers in the type, quantity and size as approved by the fire code official are present on the combustible balconies or at the cooking site located within 10 feet (3048 mm) of combustible construction. Such portable fire extinguishers shall be in an operable condition at all times and maintained in accordance with NFPA 10 as listed in rule 1301:7-7-47 of the Administrative Code.
  3.3. All non-structural combustible material must be removed from the combustible balconies or at the cooking site located within 10 feet (3048 mm) of combustible construction.
  4. LP-gas cooking devices having an LP-gas container with a water capacity not greater than 2 1/2 pound [nominal 1 pound ( 0.454 kg) LP-gas capacity].
  
  (i) 308.1.4.1 Natural gas fired open-flame cooking devices. Where approved in writing by the fire code official, the installation and use of natural gas fired open flame cooking devices and/or appliances shall be permissible on combustible balconies of multi- (greater than two) family dwelling unit structures or within 10 feet (3048 mm) of combustible construction at multi-family dwelling unit structures, with the following conditions:
  
  (a) The fire code official, in that official's discretion, may require that any person responsible for the use of a natural gas fire open flame cooking device or other appliance at a multi-family dwelling unit structure, to maintain comprehensive general liability insurance in an amount sufficient to cover any damages to persons or property that could be attributed to any fire caused by the use of an open flame cooking device.
  (b) The fuel supply for the natural gas fueled open flame cooking device or appliance be from the natural gas fuel supply piping system connected to the building where the cooking is to occur. There shall be no storage tanks or cylinders located in or near the dwelling unit structure where the cooking is to occur.
  (c) The gas pressure supplied to the natural gas fueled cooking appliance shall be no more than the pressure recommended by the cooking device/appliance manufacturer. In no case shall the maximum pressure supplied to the device or appliance exceed 2 pounds per square inch (psi).
  (d) Portable fire extinguishers in the type, quantity and size as approved by the fire code official are present on the combustible balconies or at the cooking site located within 10 feet (3048 mm) of combustible construction. Such portable fire extinguishers shall be in an operable condition at all times and maintained in accordance with NFPA 10 as listed in rule 1301:7-7-47 of the Administrative Code.
  (e) While the natural gas fired open flame cooking device or appliance is in use, all combustibles that are not part of the dwelling unit structure shall be kept 5 feet away from the cooking device.
  (f) Any and all building code requirements for the installation and use of natural gas fired grills, open flame cooking devices or appliances shall be complied with, including compliance with any permit and inspection requirements.

Fire Protection

• Is the sprinkler system maintained, tested & documented properly?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• NOTICE OF VIOLATIONS
  
  (6) 901.6 Inspection, testing and maintenance. Fire detection, alarm and extinguishing systems shall be maintained in an operative condition at all times, and shall be replaced or repaired where defective. Nonrequired fire protection systems and equipment shall be inspected, tested and maintained or removed. Any discontinuance or removal of nonrequired fire protection equipment shall be approved by the fire code official. Such approval shall be conditioned upon receipt of verification of building official determination that such fire protection equipment is nonrequired.
  
  (a) 901.6.1 Standards. Fire protection'systems shall be inspected, tested and maintained in accordance with the referenced standards listed in Table 901.6.1 of this rule.

• Are the sprinkler heads free from obstructions and debris?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• NOTICE OF VIOLATIONS
  
  (6) 901.6 Inspection, testing and maintenance. Fire detection, alarm and extinguishing systems shall be maintained in an operative condition at all times, and shall be replaced or repaired where defective. Nonrequired fire protection systems and equipment shall be inspected, tested and maintained or removed. Any discontinuance or removal of nonrequired fire protection equipment shall be approved by the fire code official. Such approval shall be conditioned upon receipt of verification of building official determination that such fire protection equipment is nonrequired.
  
  (a) 901.6.1 Standards. Fire protection'systems shall be inspected, tested and maintained in accordance with the referenced standards listed in Table 901.6.1 of this rule.

• Is the required clearance maintained around the sprinkler system riser and/or FDC?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• NOTICE OF VIOLATIONS
  
  (d) 507.5.4 Obstruction. Unobstructed access to fire hydrants shall be maintained at all times. The fire department shall not be deterred or hindered from gaining immediate access to fire protection equipment or fire hydrants.
  
  (2) 509.2 Equipment access. Approved access shall be provided and maintained for all fire protection equipment to permit immediate safe operation and maintenance of such equipment. Storage, trash and other materials or objects shall not be placed or kept in such a manner that would prevent such equipment from being readily accessible.
  
  (3)912.3 Access. Immediate access to fire department connections shall be maintained at all times and without obstruction by fences, bushes, trees, walls or any other fixed or moveable object. Access to fire department connections shall be approved by the fire code official.
  
  (b) 912.3.2 Clear space around connections. A working space of not less than 36 inches (762 mm) in width, 36 inches (914 mm) in depth and 78 inches (1981 mm) in height shall be provided and maintained in front of and to the sides of wall-mounted fire department connections and around the circumference of free-standing fire department connections, except as otherwise required or approved by the fire code official. The fire code official shall notify the building code official of the certified building department having jurisdiction of any conditions approved by the fire code official that exceed the minimum requirements contained in this paragraph

• Is the FDC properly marked and are the protective caps in place?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• NOTICE OF VIOLATIONS
  
  (6)912.6 Inspection, testing and maintenance. All fire department connections shall be periodically inspected, tested and maintained in accordance with NFPA 25 as listed in rule 1301:7-7-47 of the Administrative Code.

• Sprinkler Cabinet: spare heads & wrench present?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• NOTICE OF VIOLATIONS
  
  (i)903.3.1.1 NFPA 13 sprinkler systems. Where the provisions of this code require that a building or portion thereof be equipped throughout with an automatic sprinkler system in accordance with this paragraph, sprinklers shall be installed throughout in accordance with NFPA 13 as listed in rule 1301:7-7-47 of the Administrative Codeexcept as provided in paragraph (C)(3)(a)(i)(a)(903.3.1.1.1) of this rule.

• Is the fire alarm system inspected and maintained as per NFPA 72?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• NOTICE OF VIOLATIONS
  
  (G)Section 907 Fire alarm and detection systems
  (1)907.1 General. This paragraph covers the application, installation, performance and maintenance of fire alarm systems and their components in new and existing buildings and structures. The requirements of paragraph (G)(2)( 907.2 ) of this rule are applicable to new buildings and structures. The requirements for fire alarm and detection systems in new buildings contained in this rule are subject to and do not supersede or otherwise conflict with the requirements of paragraph (D)(2)(a)(104.2.1) of rule 1301:7-7-01 of the Administrative Code. At locations or in structures not regulated by the building code as listed in rule 1301:7-7-47 of the Administrative Code, the fire alarm and detection system shall be approved by the fire code official prior to system installation.The requirements of paragraph (G)(3)( 907.3 ) of this rule are applicable to existing buildings and structures.
  
  (9)907.9 Inspection, testing and maintenance. The maintenance and testing schedules and procedures for fire alarm and fire detection systems shall be in accordance with paragraphs (G)(9)(a)(907.9.1) to (G)(9)(e)(907.9.5) of this rule and NFPA 72 as listed in rule 1301:7-7-47 of the Administrative Code.
  
  (a) 907.9.1 Maintenance required. Whenever required for compliance with the provisions of this code, devices, equipment, systems, conditions, arrangements, levels of protection or other features shall thereafter be continuously maintained in accordance with applicable NFPA requirements or as directed by the fire code official.
  
  (e) 907.9.5 Maintenance, inspection and testing. The building owner shall be responsible to maintain the fire and life safety systems in an operable condition at all times. Service personnel shall meet the certification requirements of this rule as applicable and the qualification requirements of NFPA 72 as listed in rule 1301:7-7-47 of the Administrative Codefor maintaining, inspecting and testing such systems. A written record shall be maintained and shall be made available to the fire code official.

• Are pull stations unobstructed and properly maintained?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• NOTICE OF VIOLATIONS
  
  (G)Section 907 Fire alarm and detection systems
  (1)907.1 General. This paragraph covers the application, installation, performance and maintenance of fire alarm systems and their components in new and existing buildings and structures. The requirements of paragraph (G)(2)( 907.2 ) of this rule are applicable to new buildings and structures. The requirements for fire alarm and detection systems in new buildings contained in this rule are subject to and do not supersede or otherwise conflict with the requirements of paragraph (D)(2)(a)(104.2.1) of rule 1301:7-7-01 of the Administrative Code. At locations or in structures not regulated by the building code as listed in rule 1301:7-7-47 of the Administrative Code, the fire alarm and detection system shall be approved by the fire code official prior to system installation.The requirements of paragraph (G)(3)( 907.3 ) of this rule are applicable to existing buildings and structures.
  
  (e) 907.9.5 Maintenance, inspection and testing. The building owner shall be responsible to maintain the fire and life safety systems in an operable condition at all times. Service personnel shall meet the certification requirements of this rule as applicable and the qualification requirements of NFPA 72 as listed in rule 1301:7-7-47 of the Administrative Codefor maintaining, inspecting and testing such systems. A written record shall be maintained and shall be made available to the fire code official.

• Is the alarm system monitored if required by code? (required: group homes >6, daycare >50)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• NOTICE OF VIOLATIONS
  
  (G)Section 907 Fire alarm and detection systems
  (1)907.1 General. This paragraph covers the application, installation, performance and maintenance of fire alarm systems and their components in new and existing buildings and structures. The requirements of paragraph (G)(2)( 907.2 ) of this rule are applicable to new buildings and structures. The requirements for fire alarm and detection systems in new buildings contained in this rule are subject to and do not supersede or otherwise conflict with the requirements of paragraph (D)(2)(a)(104.2.1) of rule 1301:7-7-01 of the Administrative Code. At locations or in structures not regulated by the building code as listed in rule 1301:7-7-47 of the Administrative Code, the fire alarm and detection system shall be approved by the fire code official prior to system installation.The requirements of paragraph (G)(3)( 907.3 ) of this rule are applicable to existing buildings and structures.
  
  (e) 907.9.5 Maintenance, inspection and testing. The building owner shall be responsible to maintain the fire and life safety systems in an operable condition at all times. Service personnel shall meet the certification requirements of this rule as applicable and the qualification requirements of NFPA 72 as listed in rule 1301:7-7-47 of the Administrative Codefor maintaining, inspecting and testing such systems. A written record shall be maintained and shall be made available to the fire code official.

• Monitoring company and phone number?

• Detector type?

  Select Smoke Smoke & CO CO only Rate of Rise Heat Smoke & Heat Not Present

  • Smoke
  • Smoke & CO
  • CO only
  • Rate of Rise
  • Heat
  • Smoke & Heat
  • Not Present

• What type of alarm signals are present?

  Audible

  Visual

  Audible & Visual

• Are fire extinguishers correct for the application and maintained as per NFPA 10?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• NOTICE OF VIOLATIONS
  
  (2)906.2 General requirements. Portable fire extinguishers shall be selected, installed and maintained in accordance with this paragraph and NFPA 10 as listed in rule 1301:7-7-47 of the Administrative Code.
  Exceptions:
  1. The travel distance to reach an extinguisher shall not apply to the spectator seating portions of Group A-5 occupancies.
  2. Thirty-day inspections shall not be required and maintenance shall be allowed to be once every three years for dry-chemical or halogenated agent portable fire extinguishers that are supervised by a listed and approved electronic monitoring device, provided that all of the following conditions are met:
  2.1 Electronic monitoring shall confirm that extinguishers are properly positioned, properly charged and unobstructed.
  2.2 Loss of power or circuit continuity to the electronic monitoring device shall initiate a trouble signal.
  2.3 The extinguishers shall be installed inside of a building or cabinet in a noncorrosive environment.
  2.4 Electronic monitoring devices and supervisory circuits shall be tested every three years when extinguisher maintenance is performed.
  2.5 A written log of required hydrostatic test dates for extinguishers shall be maintained by the owner to verify that hydrostatic tests are conducted at the frequency required by NFPA 10 as listed in rule 1301:7-7-47 of the Administrative Code.
  3. In Group I-3, portable fire extinguishers shall be permitted to be located at staff locations.

• Are fire extinguishers properly mounted?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• NOTICE OF VIOLATIONS
  
  (3)906.3 Size and distribution. The size and distribution of portable fire extinguishers shall be in accordance with paragraphs (F)(3)(a)(906.3.1) to (F)(3)(d)(906.3.4) of this rule.

• Are the Fire extinguishers obstructed?

  No

  Yes

• NOTICE OF VIOLATIONS
  
  (5)906.5 Conspicuous location. Portable fire extinguishers shall be located in conspicuous locations where they will be readily accessible and immediately available for use. These locations shall be along normal paths of travel, unless the fire code official determines and in accordance with the building code as listed in rule 1301:7-7-47 of the Administrative Codethat the hazard posed indicates the need for placement away from normal paths of travel.
  (6)906.6 Unobstructed and unobscured. Portable fire extinguishers shall not be obstructed or obscured from view. In rooms or areas in which visual obstruction cannot be completely avoided, means shall be provided to indicate the locations of extinguishers.

Housekeeping & Storage

• Is inside storage maintained in a safe manner; 24" below ceiling in non-sprinklered buildings, 18" below ceiling in sprinklered buildings?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• NOTICE OF VIOLATION
  
  OFC SECTION 315 MISCELLANEOUS COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS STORAGE (O)
  
  315.2.1 Ceiling clearance.
  Storage shall be maintained 2 feet (610 mm) or more below the ceiling in nonsprinklered areas of buildings or a minimum of 18 inches (457 mm) below sprinkler head deflectors in sprinklered areas of buildings.

• Is mechanical room free from combustible storage & a minimum 36" clearance maintained between heating equipment & storage?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• NOTICE OF VIOLATION
  
  OFC SECTION 315 MISCELLANEOUS COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS STORAGE (O)
  
  315.2.3 Equipment rooms.
  Combustible material shall not be stored in boiler rooms, mechanical rooms or electrical equipment rooms.

• Is the flammable/combustible liquid storage within code?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• NOTICE OF VIOLATION
  
  OFC SECTION 3404 STORAGE (D)
  3404.3.2.1 Design and construction of storage cabinets.
  Design and construction of liquid storage cabinets shall be in accordance with paragraphs (D)(3)(b)(i)(a)(3404.3.2.1.1) to (D)(3)(b)(i)(d)(3404.3.2.1.4) of this rule.
  
  3404.3.2.1.1 Materials.
  Cabinets shall be listed in accordance with UL 1275 as listed in rule 1301:7-7-47 of the Administrative Code,or constructed of wood or metal in accordance with the following:
  (i) Unlisted metal cabinets shall be constructed of steel having a thickness of not less than 0.044 inch ( 1.12 mm) (18 gage). The cabinet including the door, shall be double walled with 1½-inch (38 mm) airspace between the walls. Joints shall be riveted or welded and shall be tight fitting.
  (ii) Unlisted wooden cabinets, including doors, shall be constructed of not less than 1-inch (25 mm) exterior grade plywood. Joints shall be rabbeted and shall be fastened in two directions with wood screws. Door hinges shall be of steel or brass. Cabinets shall be painted with an intumescent-type paint.
  
  3404.3.2.1.2 Labeling.
  Cabinets shall be provided with a conspicuous label in red letters on contrasting background which reads: "FLAMMABLE-KEEP FIRE AWAY."
  3404.3.2.1.3 Doors.
  Doors shall be well fitted, self-closing and equipped with a three-point latch.
  
  3404.3.2.1.4 Bottom.
  The bottom of the cabinet shall be liquid tight to a height of at least 2 inches (51 mm).
  
  3404.3.2.2 Capacity.
  The combined total quantity of liquids in a cabinet shall not exceed 120 gallons (454 L).
  
  3404.3.3 Indoor storage.
  Storage of flammable and combustible liquids inside buildings in containers and portable tanks shall be in accordance with paragraphs (D)(3)(c)(i)(3404.3.3.1) to (D)(3)(c)(x)(3404.3.3.10) of this rule.
  Exceptions:
  1. Liquids in the fuel tanks of motor vehicles, aircraft, boats or portable or stationary engines.
  2. The storage of distilled spirits and wines in wooden barrels or casks.
  (i)3404.3.3.1 Portable fire extinguishers. Portable fire extinguishers shall be provided in accordance with specific paragraphs of this rule and paragraph (F)(906) of rule 1301:7-7-09 of the Administrative Code.
  (ii)3404.3.3.2 Incompatible materials. Materials that will react with water or other liquids to produce a hazard shall not be stored in the same room with flammable and combustible liquids in accordance with paragraph (C)(9)(h)(2703.9.8) of rule 1301:7-7-27 of the Administrative Code.
  (iii)3404.3.3.3 Clear means of egress. Storage of any liquids, including stock for sale, shall not be stored near or be allowed to obstruct physically the route of egress.
  (iv)3404.3.3.4 Empty containers or portable tank storage. The storage of empty tanks and containers previously used for the storage of flammable or combustible liquids, unless free from explosive vapors, shall be stored as required for filled containers and portable tanks. Portable tanks and containers, when emptied, shall have the covers or plugs immediately replaced in openings.
  (v)3404.3.3.5 Shelf storage. Shelving shall be of approved construction, adequately braced and anchored. Seismic requirements shall be in accordance with the building code as listed in rule 1301:7-7-47 of the Administrative Code.
  (a)3404.3.3.5.1 Use of wood. Wood of at least 1 inch (25 mm) nominal thickness is allowed to be used as shelving, racks,dunnage, scuffboards, floor overlay and similar ( ) installations.
  (b) 3404.3.3.5.2 Displacement protection. Shelves shall be of sufficient depth and provided with a lip or guard to prevent individual containers from being displaced.
  Exception: Shelves in storage cabinets or on laboratory furniture specifically designed for such use.
  (c)3404.3.3.5.3 Orderly storage. Shelf storage of flammable and combustible liquids shall be maintained in an orderly manner.
  

• Are compressed gases stored & secured properly?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• NOTICE OF VIOLATION
  
  3003.5.3 Securing compressed gas containers, cylinders and tanks. Compressed gas containers, cylinders and tanks shall be secured to prevent falling caused by contact, vibration or seismic activity. Securing of compressed gas containers, cylinders and tanks shall be by one of the following methods:
  
  (i) Securing containers, cylinders and tanks to a fixed object with one or more restraints.
  
  (ii) Securing containers, cylinders and tanks on a cart or other mobile device designed for the movement of compressed gas containers, cylinders or tanks.
  
  (iii) Nesting of compressed gas containers, cylinders and tanks at container filling or servicing facilities or in seller's warehouses not accessible to the public. Nesting shall be allowed provided the nested containers, cylinders or tanks, if dislodged, do not obstruct the required means of egress.
  
  (iv) Securing of compressed gas containers, cylinders and tanks to or within a rack, framework, cabinet or similar assembly designed for such use.
  
  Exception: Compressed gas containers, cylinders and tanks in the process of examination, filling, transport or servicing.

• Are good housekeeping practices followed?

  Yes

  No

• NOTICE OF VIOLATIONS
  
  (O) Section 315 Miscellaneous combustible materials storage
  
  (1) 315.1 General. Storage, use and handling of miscellaneous combustible materials shall be in accordance with this paragraph. A permit shall be obtained in accordance with rule 1301:7-7-01 of the Administrative Code.
  
  (2) 315.2 Storage in buildings. Storage of combustible materials in buildings shall be orderly. Storage shall be separated from heaters or heating devices by distance or shielding so that ignition cannot occur.
  
  

Laundry Rooms

• Are clothes dryers free from lint accumulations?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• NOTICE OF VIOLATIONS
  
  (D) Section 304 Combustible waste material
  
  (1) 304.1 Waste accumulation prohibited. Combustible waste material creating a fire hazard shall not be allowed to accumulate in buildings or structures or upon premises.
  

• Fire extinguisher present?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• NOTICE OF VIOLATIONS
  
  (F) Section 906 Portable fire extinguishers
  
  (1) 906.1 Where required. Portable fire extinguishers shall be installed in the following locations:
  (a) In all new and existing Group A', B, E, F, H, I, M, R-1, R-2 and S occupancies.
  (b) Within 30 feet (9144 mm) of commercial cooking equipment.
  (c) In areas where flammable or combustible liquids are stored, used or dispensed.
  (d) On each floor of structures under construction, except Group R-3 occupancies, in accordance with paragraph (O)(1)( 1415.1 ) of rule 1301:7-7-14 of the Administrative Code.
  (e) Where required by the paragraphs indicated in Table 906.1of this rule.
  (f) Special-hazard areas, including but not limited to laboratories, computer rooms and generator rooms, where required by the fire code official and in accordance with the building code as listed in rule 1301:7-7-47 of the Administrative Code.
  

• Is the dryer properly vented?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• NOTICE OF VIOLATIONS
  
  (B) Section 102 Applicability
  
  (4) 102.4 Application of building code. The planning, design and construction of new buildings and structures to provide the necessary egress facilities, fire protection, and built-in fire protection equipment shall be controlled by the building code of the jurisdiction; and any alterations, additions or changes of occupancy in buildings required by the provisions of this code which are within the scope of the building code shall be made in accordance therewith.
  
  SECTION 504
  CLOTHES DRYER EXHAUST
  
  504.6 Domestic clothes dryer ducts. Exhaust ducts for domestic clothes dryers shall conform to the requirements of Sections 504.6.1 through 504.6.7.
  
  504.6.1 Material and size. Exhaust ducts shall have a smooth interior finish and shall be constructed of metal a minimum 0.016 inch ( 0.4 mm) thick. The exhaust duct size shall be 4 inches (102 mm) nominal in diameter.
  
  504.6.2 Duct installation. Exhaust ducts shall be supported at 4-foot (1219 mm) intervals and secured in place. The insert end of the duct shall extend into the adjoining duct or fitting in the direction of airflow. Ducts shall not be joined with screws or similar fasteners that protrude into the inside of the duct.
  
  504.6.3 Transition ducts. Transition ducts used to connect the dryer to the exhaust duct system shall be a single length that is listed and labeled in accordance with UL 2158A. Transition ducts shall be a maximum of 8 feet (2438 mm) in length and shall not be concealed within construction.
  

Electrical

• Is the area around the electric panel clear? (Minimum clearance shall be 30"W x 76"H x 36"D)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• NOTICE OF VIOLATIONS
  
  (E) Section 605 Electrical equipment, wiring and hazards
  
  (3) 605.3 Working space and clearance. A working space of not less than 30 inches (762 mm) in width, 36 inches (914 mm) in depth and 78 inches (1981 mm) in height shall be provided in front of electrical service equipment. Where the electrical service equipment is wider than 30 inches (762 mm), the working space shall not be less than the width of the equipment. No storage of any materials shall be located within the designated working space.
  Exceptions:
  1. Where other dimensions are required or allowed by NFPA 70 as listed in rule 1301:7-7-47 of the Administrative Code.
  2. Access openings into attics or under-floor areas which provide a minimum clear opening of 22 inches (559 mm) by 30 inches (762 mm).

• Are extension cords being used as permanent wiring and/or running through walls or above ceilings?

  Yes

  N/A

• NOTICE OF VIOLATIONS
  
  (E) Section 605 Electrical equipment, wiring and hazards
  
  (5) 605.5 Extension cords. Extension cords and flexible cords shall not be a substitute for permanent wiring. Extension cords and flexible cords shall not be affixed to structures, extended through walls, ceilings or floors, or under doors or floor coverings, nor shall such cords be subject to environmental damage or physical impact. Extension cords shall be used only with portable appliances.

• Are there electrical hazards present? (Open boxes, exposed wiring, open breakers)

  Yes

  N/A

• NOTICE OF VIOLATIONS
  
  (E) Section 605 Electrical equipment, wiring and hazards
  
  (1) 605.1 Abatement of electrical hazards. Identified electrical hazards shall be abated. Identified hazardous electrical conditions in permanent wiring shall be brought to the attention of the responsible code official. Electrical wiring, devices, appliances and other equipment that is modified or damaged and constitutes an electrical shock or fire hazard shall not be used.

• Are outlets, switches, junction boxes and/or panel boxes missing cover plates?

  Yes

  N/A

• NOTICE OF VIOLATIONS
  
  (E) Section 605 Electrical equipment, wiring and hazards
  
  (6) 605.6 Unapproved conditions. Open junction boxes and open-wiring splices shall be prohibited. Approved covers shall be provided for all switch and electrical outlet boxes.

• Are electrical rooms, electric meters and electric panels properly labeled as to areas serviced?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• NOTICE OF VIOLATIONS
  
  (E) Section 605 Electrical equipment, wiring and hazards
  
  (a) 605.3.1 Labeling. Doors into electrical control panel rooms shall be marked with a plainly visible and legible sign stating "ELECTRICAL ROOM" or similar approved wording. The disconnecting means for each service, feeder or branch circuit originating on a switchboard or panelboard shall be legibly and durably marked to indicate its purpose unless such purpose is clearly evident.

• Are non-approved appliances in use?

  Yes

  N/A

• NOTICE OF VIOLATIONS
  
  (E) Section 605 Electrical equipment, wiring and hazards
  
  (1) 605.1 Abatement of electrical hazards. Identified electrical hazards shall be abated. Identified hazardous electrical conditions in permanent wiring shall be brought to the attention of the responsible code official. Electrical wiring, devices, appliances and other equipment that is modified or damaged and constitutes an electrical shock or fire hazard shall not be used.
  
  (7) 605.7 Appliances. Electrical appliances and fixtures shall be tested and listed in published reports of inspected electrical equipment by an approved agency and installed and maintained in accordance with all instructions included as part of such listing.

• Are multi-plug adapters in use?

  Yes

  N/A

• NOTICE OF VIOLATIONS
  
  (E) Section 605 Electrical equipment, wiring and hazards
  
  (4) 605.4 Multiplug adapters. Multiplug adapters, such as cube adapters, unfused plug strips or any other device not complying with NFPA 70 as listed in rule 1301:7-7-47 of the Administrative Code shall be prohibited.

• Are Power strips UL approved and installed properly

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• NOTICE OF VIOLATIONS
  
  (E) Section 605 Electrical equipment, wiring and hazards
  
  (a) 605.4.1 Power tap design. Relocatable power taps shall be of the polarized or grounded type, equipped with overcurrent protection, and shall be listed in accordance with UL 1363 as listed in rule 1301:7-7-47 of the Administrative Code.
  
  (b) 605.4.2 Power supply. Relocatable power taps shall be directly connected to a permanently installed receptacle.
  
  (c) 605.4.3 Installation. Relocatable power tap cords shall not extend through walls, ceilings, floors, under doors or floor coverings, or be subject to environmental or physical damage.

Kitchens

• Is the kitchen cooking area protected by a hood suppression system?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is hood pull station properly identified and unobstructed?

  Yes

  No

• NOTICE OF VIOLATIONS
  
  (G) Section 107 Maintenance
  
  (1) 107.1 Maintenance of safeguards. Whenever or wherever any device, equipment, system, condition, arrangement, level of protection, or any other feature is required for compliance with the provisions of this code, or otherwise installed, such device, equipment, system, condition, arrangement, level of protection, or other feature shall thereafter be continuously maintained in accordance with this code and applicable referenced standards
  

• Does the haunted suppression system require service? (Every 6 Months)

  No

  Yes

• NOTICE OF VIOLATIONS
  
  (I) Section 609 Commercial kitchen hoods
  
  (1) [M] 609.1 General. Commercial kitchen exhaust hoods shall comply with the requirements of the mechanical code as listed in rule 1301:7-7-47 of the Administrative Code.
  
  (3) 609.3 Operations and maintenance. Commercial cooking systems shall be operated and maintained in accordance with paragraphs (I)(3)(a)(609.3.1) to (I)(3)(d)(609.3.4) of this rule.
  
  (d) 609.3.4 Extinguishing system service. Automatic fire-extinguishing systems protecting commercial cooking systems shall be serviced as required in paragraph (D)(11)(f)(904.11.6) of rule 1301:7-7-09 of the Administrative Code.
  
  (ii) 904.11.6.2 Extinguishing system service. Automatic fire-extinguishing systems shall be serviced at least every 6 months and after activation of the system. Inspection shall be by qualified individuals, and a certificate of inspection shall be forwarded to the fire code official upon completion.

• Are hood filters in place and properly fitted?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• NOTICE OF VIOLATIONS
  
  (a) 609.3.1 Ventilation system. The ventilation system in connection with hoods shall be operated at the required rate of air movement, and classified grease filters shall be in place when equipment under a kitchen grease hood is used.

• Does the hood system need to be cleaned?

  No

  Yes

• NOTICE OF VIOLATIONS
  
  (3) 609.3 Operations and maintenance. Commercial cooking systems shall be operated and maintained in accordance with paragraphs (I)(3)(a)(609.3.1) to (I)(3)(d)(609.3.4) of this rule.
  
  (c) 609.3.3 Cleaning. Hoods, grease-removal devices, fans, ducts and other appurtenances shall be cleaned at intervals as required by paragraphs (I)(3)(c)(i)(609.3.3.1) to (I)(3)(c)(iii)(609.3.3.3) of this rule.
  
  (i) 609.3.3.1 Inspection. Hoods, grease-removal devices, fans, ducts, and other appurtenances shall be inspected at intervals specified in Table 609.3.3.1 of this rule or as approved by the fire code official. Inspections shall be completed by qualified individuals.
  
  Table 609.3.3.1 Commercial cooking system inspection frequency
  Type of cooking operations Frequency of inspection
  High-volume cooking operations such as 24-hour cooking, charbroiling or wok cooking: 3 months
  Low-volume cooking operations such as places of religious worship, seasonal and senior center: 12 months
  Cooking operations utilizing solid-fuel burning cooking appliances: 1 month
  All other cooking operations: 6 months
  (ii) 609.3.3.2 Grease accumulation. If during the inspection it is found that hoods, grease-removal devices, fans, ducts or other appurtenances have an accumulation of grease, such components shall be cleaned.
  
  

• Have the appliances protected by the hood suppression system been moved or changed?

  Yes

  N/A

• NOTICE OF VIOLATIONS
  
  (f) 904.11.6 Operations and maintenance. Automatic fire-extinguishing systems protecting commercial cooking systems shall be maintained in accordance with paragraphs (D)( 11 )(f)(i)(904.11.6.1) to (D)(11)(f)(iii)(904.11.6.3) of this rule.
  
  (i) 904.11.6.1 Existing automatic fire extinguishing systems. Where changes in the cooking media, positioning of cooking equipment or replacement of cooking equipment occur in existing commercial cooking systems, the automatic fire-extinguishing system shall be required to comply with the applicable provisions of paragraphs (D)(1 1)( 904.11 ) to (D)(1 1)(d)(904.11.4) of this rule.

• The hood system was last cleaned?

  Date

• The hood system was last serviced?

  Date

Violations

• Were violations found?

  No

  Yes

• NOTICE OF VIOLATIONS
  (I) Section 109 Violations
  (1) 109.1 Unlawful acts. It shall be unlawful for a person, firm or corporation to erect, construct, alter, repair, remove, demolish or utilize a building, occupancy, premises or system regulated by this code, or cause same to be done, in conflict with or in violation of any of the provisions of this code.
  (a) 109.1.1 Fire code enforcement. If upon inspection or investigation, the state fire marshal, an assistant state fire marshal, or a certified fire safety inspector believes that the state fire code or associated order has been violated, the state fire marshal, assistant state fire marshal, or certified fire safety inspector shall issue a citation to the responsible person in accordance with section 3737.42(A) of the Revised Code and paragraph (I)(3)( 109.3 ) of this rule.
  (i) 109.1.1.1 If a violation of this code has no direct or immediate relationship to safety or health, the state fire marshal, assistant state fire marshal, or the certified fire safety inspector may issue a notice in lieu of a citation with respect to such de minimis violation in accordance with section 3737.42(B) of the Revised Code and paragraph (I)(2)( 109.2 ) of this rule. If such violations are not remedied within the time frame established by the fire code official, such official may issue a citation in accordance with section 3737.42(A) of the Revised Code.
  (b) 109.1.2 Enforcement to remedy dangerous conditions. If the state fire marshal, assistant state fire marshal, or certified fire safety inspector, upon examination or inspection, finds a building or other structure especially liable to fire or endangers life or other buildings or property, or finds a building or any premises with combustible, explosive or flammable materials which are dangerous to the safety of persons finds any structure, tank, container or vehicle used for the storage, handling or transportation of flammable or combustible materials to be dangerous to the safety of persons, the state fire marshal, assistant state fire marshal, or certified fire safety inspector shall issue a citation in accordance with section 3737.41 of the Revised Code and paragraph (I)(3)( 109.3 ) of this rule.
  (2)109.2 Notice of de minimis violation. When the fire code official finds a building, premises, vehicle, storage facility or outdoor area that is in violation of this code, but such a violation has no direct or immediate relationship to safety or health, the fire code official is authorized to prepare a written notice of violation describing the conditions deemed unsafe and, when compliance is not immediate, specifying a time for reinspection.
  

• Additional Violations not listed Above?

  Yes

  N/A

• Were violations corrected at the time of inspection?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is a follow-up inspection Required?

  No

  Yes

• Date Violations shall be corrected by.

  Date

• Violations Found (Number Violations)

• Facility Represenative

  Sign

• Inspector

  Sign

• For questions about this inspection please contact the Truro Township Fire Department Fire Prevention Bureau at (614) 729-1920.