SFD Fire and Life Safety Inspection

• Occupancy Name

• Location
  Address

• Reason fore inspection

  Annual

  New Business

  Owner Request / Special Use

  Complaint

  Reinspection for non-compliance

• Occupancy use

• Conducted on

  Date

• Saraland Personnel

  Austin Sealey

  Lee Smith

• Reason for inspection

  Annual

  New Business

  Owner Request / Special Use

  Complaint

  Reinspection for non-compliance

• Date of complaint

  Date

• Method complaint was received.

• Is the complaint valid?

  Yes

  No

• Grace period given to correct compliance issues.

  7

  14

  30

  Other

• Grace period agreed upon by occupancy representative and this office.

• By checking this box, and signing below, I acknowledge the following: - I have been made aware of any and all violations found during the inspection. - I have been made aware of my inspection results and compliance status, and I have been given a grace period for reinspection for compliance. - I understand that per the fire code, as the business owner or representative, unless a prior arrangement with a property management company or landlord is made, it is my responsibility to correct any and/or all non-compliant issues found during the inspection. - I understand that it is my responsibility to communicate with the Saraland Fire Rescue Fire Prevention Bureau to express the need to extend my grace period if I am unable to correct the compliance issues in the given time.

• Occupancy Representative

  Sign

• Saraland Fire Personnel

  Sign

• Date of the last inspection

  Date

• Select the compliance issue(s).

  Select Outside waste accumulation FD access Building Identification Key Box Fire hydrant FDC Fire protection system Fire extinguisher Electrical Egress Business license Storage

  • Outside waste accumulation
  • FD access
  • Building Identification
  • Key Box
  • Fire hydrant
  • FDC
  • Fire protection system
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Electrical
  • Egress
  • Business license
  • Storage

• Closing remarks

• Has the non-compliance status been correct?

  Yes

  No

• Notice Given

  Second

  Third

  Final - Turned over to legal

• Grace period given to correct compliance issues.

  7

  14

  30

  Other

• Grace period agreed upon by occupancy representative and this office.

• By checking this box, and signing below, I acknowledge the following: - I have been made aware of any and all violations found during the inspection. - I have been made aware of my inspection results and compliance status, and I have been given a grace period for reinspection for compliance. - I understand that per the fire code, as the business owner or representative, unless a prior arrangement with a property management company or landlord is made, it is my responsibility to correct any and/or all non-compliant issues found during the inspection. - I understand that it is my responsibility to communicate with the Saraland Fire Rescue Fire Prevention Bureau to express the need to extend my grace period if I am unable to correct the compliance issues in the given time.

• Occupancy Representative

  Sign

• Saraland Fire Personnel

  Sign

General

• Occupancy has a current business license with the City of Saraland that is posted in a conspicuous location.

  Compliant

  Non-Compliant

  N/A

  Vacant Structure

  New Business

• Saraland Code of Ordinances / Chapter 14 Section 14-47 - Unlawful to do business without a license. It shall be unlawful for any person, taxpayer, or agent of a person or taxpayer to engage in business or vocations in the municipality for which a license is required without first having procured a license.

• Saraland Code of Ordinances / Chapter 14 Section 14-48. - License must be posted. Every license shall be posted in a conspicuous place, where said business, trade or occupation is carried on, and the holder of the license shall immediately show same to the designee of the municipality upon being requested so to do.

• Is the occupancy required to have a fire safety and fire evacuation plan?

  Yes

  No

• Does the occupancy have these plans available?

  Compliant

  Non-Compliant

  N/A

  Vacant Structure

• Per the International Fire Code 2015 Edition Section 403, Group A, B, E, F, H, I, M, and R occupancies with exceptions to each are required to have a fire evacuation and fire safety plan.

Outside

• Address is posted on the building and is visible from the roadway.

  Compliant

  Non-Compliant

  N/A

  Vacant Structure

• 505.1 Address identification. New and existing buildings shall be provided with approved address identification. The address identification shall be legible and placed in a position that is visible from the street or road fronting the property. Address identification characters shall contrast with their background. Address numbers shall be Arabic numbers or alphabetical letters. Numbers shall not be spelled out. Each character shall be not less than 4 inches high with a minimum stroke width of 1/2 inch. Where required by the fire code official, address identification shall be provided in additional approved locations to facilitate emergency response. Where access is means of a private road and the building cannot be viewed from the public way, a monument, pole, or other sign or means shall be used to identify the structure. Address identification shall be maintained.

• An approved key box is present where required by the fire code official, and the keys in the Knox box are current.

  Compliant

  Non-Compliant

  N/A

  Vacant Structure

• The key box shall be of an approved type listed in accordance with UL 1037, and shall contain keys to gain necessary access as required by the fire code official.

• There is no combustible waste accumulation.

  Compliant

  Non-Compliant

  N/A

  Vacant Structure

• 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 department access roads are unobstructed.

  Compliant

  Non-Compliant

  N/A

  Vacant Structure

• 503.4 Obstruction of fire apparatus access roads. Fire apparatus access roads shall not be obstructed in any manner, including the parking of vehicles. The minimum widths and clearances established in Section 503.2.1(unobstructed width of not less than 20 feet and an unobstructed vertical clearance of not less than 13 feet 6 inches).

• Are all hydrants free of obstructions with the proper clearance maintained?

  Compliant

  Non-Compliant

  N/A

  Vacant Structure

• 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.
  
  507.5.5 Clear space around hydrants. A 3-foot (914 mm) clear space shall be maintained around the circumference of fire hydrants, except as otherwise required or approved.
  
  NFPA 24 7.3.3 The center of a hose outlet shall be not less than 18 in. (457 mm) above final grade or, where located in a hose house, 12 in. (305 mm) above the floor.

• Where a fire department connection is present, proper clearance, no obstructions, identification, and approved caps are present.

  Compliant

  Non-Compliant

  N/A

  Vacant Structure

• 912.4 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 chief.
  Exception: Fences, where provided with an access gate equipped with a sign complying with the legend requirements of Section 912.5 and a means of emergency operation shall be approved by the fire chief and maintained operational at all times.
  
  912.4.1 Locking fire department connection caps. The fire code official is authorized to require locking caps on fire department connections for water-based fire protection systems where the responding fire department carries appropriate key wrenches for removal.
  
  912.4.2 Clear space around connections. A working space of not less than 36 inches in width, 36 inches in depth, and 78 inches 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 FDCs, except as otherwise approved by the fire chief.
  
  912.5 Signs. A metal sign with raised letters not less than 1 inch in size shall be mounted on all fire department connections serving automatic sprinklers, standpipes, or fire pump connections. Such signs shall read: AUTOMATIC SPRINKLERS or STANDPIPES or TEST CONNECTION or a combination thereof as applicable. Where the fire department connection does not serve the entire building, a sign shall be provided indicating the portions of the building served.
  
  NFPA 14 Section 6.4.5.3 Where a fire department connection services multiple buildings, structures, or locations, a sign shall be provided indicating the buildings, structures, or locations served.

Fire Protection Systems

• Is there a fire protection system on site?

  Yes

  No

• Select all applicable systems.

  Select Fire Alarm System Fire Sprinkler System Fire Pump Commercial Hood System Alternative Suppression System

  • Fire Alarm System
  • Fire Sprinkler System
  • Fire Pump
  • Commercial Hood System
  • Alternative Suppression System

• Is the breaker for the fire alarm locked out in accordance with the 2013 Edition of NFPA 72 Section 10.6.5.4?

  Compliant

  Non-Compliant

  N/A

  Vacant Structure

• NFPA 72 Section 10.6.5.4 Circuit Breaker Lock.
  Where a circuit breaker is the disconnecting means, a listed breaker locking device shall be installed.

• The fire alarm has been tested and inspected annually by a certified technician and tagged showing compliance.

  Compliant

  Non-Compliant

  N/A

  Vacant Structure

• The fire alarm system shall be tested in accordance with NFPA 72 Chapter 14.
  14.2.1.4 The purpose for periodic testing is to statistically assure operational reliability.
  
  Testing and inspection shall be in accordance with Tables 14.3.1 and 14.4.3.2

• 907.8.5 Inspection, testing and maintenance. 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 qualification requirements of NFPA 72 for inspection, testing and maintenance of such systems. Records of inspection, testing and maintenance shall be maintained.

• Initiating and notification devices are not damaged or missing.

  Compliant

  Non-Compliant

  N/A

  Vacant Structure

• Sprinkler system is tested and inspected as required.

  Compliant

  Non-Compliant

  N/A

  Vacant Structure

• Automatic sprinkler system shall be inspected and tested as required per NFPA 25.

• Has the fire pump been maintained according to NFPA 25?

  Compliant

  Non-Compliant

  N/A

  Vacant Structure

• Type of fire pump on site.

  Electric

  Diesel

• Kitchen suppression system serviced accordingly with the 2015 International Fire Code.

  Compliant

  Non-Compliant

  N/A

  Vacant Structure

• 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 in accordance with ANSI/IKECA C 10.

• 904.12.6.2 Extinguishing system service. Automatic fire- extinguishing systems shall be serviced at least every six 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.
  

• NFPA 96:4.1.5

  

• NFPA 96:11.2.1

  

• 2015 IFC Table 609.3.3.1 Commercial Cooking System Inspection Frequency:
  
  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 such as places of religious worship, seasonal businesses, senior 12 months
  centers.
  Cooking operations utilizing solid fuel-burning cooking appliances 1 month
  All other cooking operations 6 months

• Date of last inspection showing on tag.

  Date

• Class K fire extinguisher is present within 30 feet of cooking equipment.

  Compliant

  Non-Compliant

  N/A

  Vacant Structure

• NFPA 10 2013 Ed. 5.5.5 * Class K Cooking Media Fires. Fire extinguishers provided for the protection of cooking appliances that use combustible cooking media (vegetable or animal oils and fats) shall be listed and labeled for Class K fires.

• NFPA 10 2013 Ed. 5.5.5.2. Fire extinguishers installed specifically for the protection of cooking appliances that use combustible cooking media (animal or vegetable oils and fats) without a Class K rating shall be removed from service.

• NFPA 10 2013 Ed. 5.3.2.5. Fire extinguishers for the protection of Class K hazards shall be selected from types that are specifically listed and labeled for use on Class K fires.

• 904.12.5 Portable fire extinguishers for commercial cooking equipment. Portable fire extinguishers shall be provided within a 30-foot distance of travel from commercial-type cooking equipment.

• Manual pull station located within 10-20 feet of cooking area.

  Compliant

  Non-Compliant

  N/A

  Vacant Structure

• 904.12.1 Manual system operation. A manual actuation device shall be located at or near a means of egress from the cooking area not less than 10 feet and not more than 20 feet from the kitchen exhaust system. The manual actuation device shall be installed not more than 48 inches nor less than 42 inches above the floor and shall clearly identify the hazard protected. The manual pull station shall require a maximum force of 40 pounds and a maximum movement of 14 inches to actuate the fire suppression system.

• NFPA 96 2014 Ed. 10.5.1. A readily accessible means for manual activation shall be located between 42 in. and 48 in above the floor, be accessible in the event of a fire, be located in a path of egress, and clearly identify the hazard protected.
  
  NFPA 96 2014 Ed. 10.5.1.1. At least one manual actuation device shall be located a minimum of 10 ft and a maximum of 20 ft from the protected hood exhaust system(s) within a path of egress or at an alternative location acceptable to the AHJ.
  

• Does the facility utilize a spray booth or spray room?

  Yes

  No

• Is the spray booth/room in compliance with the 2015 Edition of the International Fire Code?

  Compliant

  Non-Compliant

  N/A

  Vacant Structure

Portable fire extinguishers

• Portable fire extinguishers are serviced annually by a certified technician in accordance with 2015 International Fire Code and NFPA 10 Chapter 7

  Compliant

  Non-Compliant

  N/A

  Vacant Structure

• Annual maintenance shall be conducted by a certified technician in accordance with NFPA 10 2013 Ed. 7.1.2 - 7.1.2.2
  
  906.2.1 Certification of service personnel for portable fire extinguishers. Service Personnel providing or conducting maintenance on portable fire extinguishers shall possess a valid certificate issued by an APPROVED governmental agency, or other APPROVED organization for the type of work performed.
  

• Annual fire extinguisher maintenance shall be in accordance with the 2013 Edition of NFPA Chapter 10 Section 7.3.

• Portable fire extinguishers are mounted properly and are visible.

  Compliant

  Non-Compliant

  N/A

  Vacant Structure

• 906.5 Conspicuous location. Portable fire extinguishers shall be located in conspicuous locations where the will be readily accessible and immediately available for use. The locations shall be along normal paths of travel, unless the fire code official determines that the hazard posed indicates the need for placement away from normal paths of travel.
  
  906.6 Unobstructed and unobscured. Portable fire extinguishers shall not 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.
  906.8 Hangers and brackets. Hand-held portable fire extinguishers, not housed in cabinets, shall be installed on the hangers or brackets supplied. Hangers or brackets shall be securely anchored to the mounting surface in accordance with the manufacturer's installation instructions.
  906.8 Cabinets. Cabinets used to house portable fire extinguishers shall not be locked.
  Exceptions:
  1. Where portable fire extinguishers subject to malicious use or damage are provided with a means of ready access.
  2. In Group I-3 occupancies and in mental health areas in Group I-2 occupancies, access to portable fire extinguishers shall be permitted to be locked or to be located in staff locations provided the staff has keys.
  906.9.1 Extinguishers weighing 40 pounds or less. Portable fire extinguishers having a gross weight not exceeding 40 pounds shall be installed so that their tops are not more than 5 feet above the floor.
  906.9.2 Extinguishers weighing more than 40 pounds. Hand-held portable fire extinguishers having a gross weight exceeding 40 pounds shall be installed so that their tops are not more than 3.5 feet above the floor.
  906.9.3 Clearance. The clearance between the floor and the bottom of installed hand-held portable fire extinguishers shall be not less than 4 inches.
  906.10 Wheeled Units. Wheeled fire extinguishers shall be conspicuously located in a designated location.

Storage

• Combustible materials are not stored in exits or stairwells.

  Compliant

  Non-Compliant

  N/A

  Vacant Structure

• 315.3.2 Means of egress. Combustible materials shall not be stored in exits or enclosures for stairway or ramps.

• Storage is maintained adequately below sprinkler heads and the ceiling. Storage shall be not less than 18 inches when positioned below a sprinkler head.

  Compliant

  Non-Compliant

  N/A

  Vacant Structure

• 315.3.1 Ceiling clearance. Storage shall be maintained 2 feet or more below the ceiling in nonsprinklered areas of buildings or not less than 18 inches below sprinkler head deflectors in sprinklered areas of buildings.

• Plenum space is not used for storage. Abandoned wires not tagged for future use are not present.

  Compliant

  Non-Compliant

  N/A

  Vacant Structure

• The use of a plenum space as storage presents a hazard to firefighters during fire ground operations.
  315.6 Storage in plenums. Storage shall not be permitted in plenums. Abandoned material in plenums shall be deemed to be storage and shall be removed. Where located in plenums, the accessible portion of abandoned cables that are not identified for future use with a tag shall be deemed storage and shall be removed.
  605.3 Abandoned wiring in plenums. Accessible portions of abandoned cables in air-handling plenums shall be removed. Cables that are unused and have not been tagged for future use shall be considered abandoned.

• Storage inside of the building is orderly and stable as well as is the storage of combustible materials separate from heater or heating devices by distance or shielding so that ignition can not occur.

  Compliant

  Non-Compliant

  N/A

  Vacant Structure

• 315.3 Storage in buildings. Storage of materials in buildings shall be orderly and stacks shall be stable. Storage of combustible materials shall be separated from heaters or heating devices by distance or shielding so that ignition cannot occur.

• Combustible materials are not stored in electrical or mechanical rooms (combustible materials are protected from ignition sources by either shielding or distance).

  Compliant

  Non-Compliant

  N/A

  Vacant Structure

• 315.3.3 Equipment rooms. Combustible materials shall not be stored in boiler rooms, mechanical rooms, electrical equipment rooms, or in fire command centers as specified in Section 508.1.5.
  

• There is no combustible storage under an unprotected stairway (unless 1 hr. rating)

  Compliant

  Non-Compliant

  N/A

  Vacant Structure

• Are hazardous materials stored on the facility?

  Yes

  No

• Safety Data Sheets for hazardous materials are readily available on the premises.

  Compliant

  Non-Compliant

  N/A

  Vacant Structure

• 5003.4 Material Safety Data Sheets. Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) shall be readily available on the premises for hazardous materials regulated by this chapter. Where a hazardous material is developed in a laboratory, available information shall be documented.
  
  Exception:
  Designated hazardous waste.

• Are compressed gases or flammable/combustible liquids on site?

  Yes

  No

• Rooms or cabinets containing compressed gases are clearly identifiable.

  Compliant

  Non-Compliant

  N/A

  Vacant Structure

• 5003.5.1 Markings. Individual containers, cartons, or packages shall be conspicuously marked or labeled in an approved manner. Rooms or cabinets containing compressed gas shall be conspicuously labeled: Compressed Gas.

• Compressed gas cylinders are secured.

  Compliant

  Non-Compliant

  N/A

  Vacant Structure

• 5303.5 Security. Compressed gas containers, cylinders,tanks and systems shall be secured against accidental dislodgement and against access by unauthorized personnel in accordance with Sections 5303.5.1 through 5303.5.3.5303.5.1 Security of areas. Areas used for the storage,use and handling of compressed gas containers, cylinders,tanks and systems shall be secured against unauthorized entry and safeguarded in an approved manner.
  5303.5.2 Physical protection. Compressed gas containers,cylinders, tanks and systems that 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 Section 312.
  5303.5.3 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:
  1. Securing containers, cylinders and tanks to a fixed object with one or more restraints.
  2. Securing containers, cylinders and tanks on a cart or other mobile device designed for the movement of compressed gas containers, cylinders or tanks.
  3. Nesting of compressed gas containers, cylinders and tanks at container filling or servicing facilities or in sellers’ 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.4. 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.

• Flammable/combustible liquids in excess of 10 gallons are stored properly.

  Compliant

  Non-Compliant

  N/A

  Vacant Structure

• 5704.3.4.4 Liquids for maintenance and operation of equipment. In all occupancies, quantities of flammable and combustible liquids in excess of 10 gallons (38 L)used for maintenance purposes and the operation of equipment shall be stored in liquid storage cabinets in accordance with Section 5704.3.2. Quantities not exceeding 10 gallons (38 L) are allowed to be stored outside of a cabinet where in approved containers located in private garages or other approved locations.

Electrical

• Working clearance is present in front of electrical panels of 30"w X 36"d X 78"h.

  Compliant

  Non-Compliant

  N/A

  Vacant Structure

• 605.3 Working space and clearance. A working space of not less than 30 inches (762 mm) in width, 36 inches (914mm) 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 be not less than the width of the equipment. Storage of materials shall not be located within the designated working space.
  
  Exceptions:
  1. Where other dimensions are required or allowed by NFPA 70.
  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).

• All unused openings at the electrical panel are closed with exception of openings used for mounting, cooling, or draining.

  Compliant

  Non-Compliant

  N/A

  Vacant Structure

• 2014 NEC 110.12(A) Unused Openings. Unused openings, other than those intended for the operation of equipment, those intended for mounting purposes, or those permitted as part of the design for listed equipment, shall be closed to afford protection substantially equivalent to the wall of the equipment. Where metallic plugs or plates are used with nonmetallic enclosures, they shall be recessed at least 6 mm (1∕ 4 in.) from the outer surface of the enclosure.

• Electrical panel is labeled with a notation for each breaker.

  Compliant

  Non-Compliant

  N/A

  Vacant Structure

• 2014 NEC 110.22(A) General. Each disconnecting means shall be legibly marked to indicate its purpose unless located and arranged so the purpose is evident. The marking shall be of sufficient durability to withstand the environment involved.

• Electrical panel cover is in place and maintained.

  Compliant

  Non-Compliant

  N/A

  Vacant Structure

• 2014 NEC 314.28(C) Covers. All pull boxes, junction boxes, and conduit bodies shall be provided with covers compatible with the box or conduit body construction and suitable for the conditions of use. Where used, metal covers shall comply with the grounding requirements of 250.110.

• Extension cords, multi-tap adapters, and power strips are used correctly.

  Compliant

  Non-Compliant

  N/A

  Vacant Structure

• 605.4 Multiplug adapters. Multiplug adapters such as cube adapters, unfused plug strips, or any other device not complying with NFPA 70 shall be prohibited.
  605.4.1 Power tap design. Relocatable power taps shall be of the polarized or grounded types, equipped with overcurrent protection, and shall be listed in accordance with UL 1363.
  605.4.2 Power tap supply. Relocatable power taps shall be directly connected to a permanently installed receptacle.
  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.

• 605.5 Extension cords. Extension cords and flexible cords shall 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.

• All junction, switch, and electrical outlet boxes have cover plates.

  Compliant

  Non-Compliant

  N/A

  Vacant Structure

• 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.

Egress

• The means of egress is not obstructed.

  Compliant

  Non-Compliant

  N/A

  Vacant Structure

• 1031.3 Obstructions. A means of egress shall be free from obstructions that would prevent its use, including the accumulation of snow and ice.

• The means of egress is illuminated at all times serving a room or space that is occupied.

  Compliant

  Non-Compliant

  N/A

  Vacant Structure

• 1008.2 Illumination required. The means of egress serving a room or space shall be illuminated at all times that the room or space is occupied.
  Exceptions:
  1. Occupancies in Group U.
  2. Aisle accessways in Group A.
  3. Dwelling units in and sleeping units in Groups R-1, R-2, and R-3.
  4. Sleeping units of Group I occupancies.

• Egress doors are operational from the egress side without the use of a key or special knowledge.

  Compliant

  Non-Compliant

  N/A

  Vacant Structure

• 1010.1.9 Door operations. Except as specifically permitted by this section, egress doors shall be readily openable from the egress side without the use of a key or special knowledge or effort.

• Manually operated flush bolts or surface bolts are not present on egress doors.

  Compliant

  Non-Compliant

  N/A

  Vacant Structure

• 1010.1.9.4 Bolt locks. Manually operated flush bolts or surface bolts are not permitted.
  Exceptions:
  1. On doors not required for egress in individual dwelling units or sleeping units.
  2. Where a pair of doors serves a storage or equipment room, manually operated edge- or surface-mounted bolts are permitted on the inactive leaf.
  3. Where a pair of doors serves an occupant load of less than 50 persons in a Group B, F or S occupancy, manually operated edge- or surface-mounted bolts are permitted on the inactive leaf. The inactive leaf shall not contain door knobs, panic bars or similar operating hardware.
  4. Where a pair of doors serves a Group B, F or S occupancy, manually operated edge- or surface-mounted bolts are permitted on the inactive leaf provided such inactive leaf is not needed to meet egress capacity requirements and the building is equipped throughout with an automatic sprinkler system in accordance with Section 903.3.1.1. The inactive leaf shall not contain doorknobs, panic bars or similar operating hardware.
  5. Where a pair of doors serves patient care rooms in Group I-2 occupancies, self-latching edge- or surface-mounted bolts are permitted on the inactive leaf provided that the inactive leaf is not needed to meet egress capacity requirements and the inactive leaf shall not contain doorknobs, panic bars or similar operating hardware.

• Exit signs are marked and visible from any direction.

  Compliant

  Non-Compliant

  N/A

  Vacant Structure

• 1013.1 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.
  Exceptions:
  1. Exit signs are not required in rooms or areas that require only one exit or exit access.
  2. Main exterior exit doors or gates that are obviously and clearly identifiable as exits need not have exit signs where approved by the fire code official.
  3. Exit signs are not required in occupancies in Group U and individual sleeping units or dwelling units in Group R-1, R-2 or R-3.
  4. Exit signs are not required in dayrooms, sleeping rooms or dormitories in occupancies in Group I-3.
  5. In occupancies in Groups A-4 and A-5, exit signs are not required on the seating side of vomitories or openings into seating areas where exit signs are provided in the concourse that are readily apparent from the vomitories. Egress lighting is provided to identify each vomitory or opening within the seating area in an emergency.

• Exit signs are internally or externally illuminated at all times.

  Compliant

  Non-Compliant

  N/A

  Vacant Structure

• 1013.3 Illumination. Exit signs shall be internally or externally illuminated.
  Exception: Tactile signs required by Section 1013.4 need not be provided with illumination.
  
  1013.4 Raised character and braille exit signs. A sign stating EXIT in visual characters, raised characters and braille and complying with ICC A117.1 shall be provided adjacent to each door to an area of refuge, an exterior area for assisted rescue, an exit stairway or ramp, an exit passageway and the exit discharge.

Additional information

• Closing Remarks

• Inspection Results

  Compliant

  Compliant - Minor Deficiencies

  Non-compliant

  Vacant and Secured Structure

• What are the compliance issues?

  Select Outside waste accumulation FD access Building Identification Key Box Fire hydrant FDC Fire protection system Fire extinguisher Electrical Egress Business license Storage

  • Outside waste accumulation
  • FD access
  • Building Identification
  • Key Box
  • Fire hydrant
  • FDC
  • Fire protection system
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Electrical
  • Egress
  • Business license
  • Storage

• Grace period given to correct compliance issues.

  7

  14

  30

  Other

• Grace period agreed upon by occupancy representative and this office.

• By checking this box, and signing below, I acknowledge the following: - I have been made aware of any and all violations found during the inspection. - I have been made aware of my inspection results and compliance status, and I have been given a grace period for reinspection for compliance. - I understand that per the fire code, as the business owner or representative, unless a prior arrangement with a property management company or landlord is made, it is my responsibility to correct any and/or all non-compliant issues found during the inspection. - I understand that it is my responsibility to communicate with the Saraland Fire Rescue Fire Prevention Bureau to express the need to extend my grace period if I am unable to correct the compliance issues in the given time.

• Occupancy Representative

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• Saraland Fire Personnel

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