Fire Inspection Services
Fire inspections help identify potential fire and life safety hazards and ensure that applicable fire protection measures are maintained.
The inspection process may vary depending on the property, occupancy, type of inspection, and applicable requirements.
Inspection Types
Routine Inspection
Periodic inspection of a property or business to identify fire and life safety concerns.
Business Inspection
Inspection of commercial properties and businesses for applicable fire safety requirements.
Occupancy Inspection
Review of occupancy-related fire and life safety conditions.
Reinspection
Follow-up inspection conducted when previously identified conditions require verification.
Inspection Process
Request
Submit an inspection request through the FIMS application system.
Review
The request is reviewed and the appropriate inspection process is determined.
Inspection
Fire personnel conduct the inspection and document applicable findings.
Preparing for an Inspection
- Ensure required areas are accessible.
- Maintain required fire protection equipment.
- Keep emergency exits and access routes clear.
- Ensure fire extinguishers and other equipment are accessible.
- Have applicable documentation available when requested.
- Correct previously identified fire and life safety deficiencies when applicable.