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Fire Inspectors make routine inspections in nearly every building in the City at least once per year. Many buildings are visited more often based on their use. For example, restaurants, schools, auditoriums or places where large numbers of people can gather, are inspected more frequently to ensure all of the Fire Safety systems and equipment are working properly.
Inspections are conducted with the owner, agent or manager of the property and are systematic, floor by floor, room by room, so the inspector can see every possible place a fire could start. If a hazard is located, the inspector will note it in his report and a copy will be made for the owner of the property.
Usually, fire hazards are corrected within thirty days. However, some serious hazards may have to be corrected immediately, such as locked or blocked exit doors, or malfunctioning fire suppression equipment.
The Fire Inspector can issue a fine for each violation, but that is rare. We try very hard to work with business owners to correct safety hazards before it becomes necessary to levy fines. |