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Sprinkler Systems
I was wondering if there is anyone who’s run into this particular problem and how their city has handled it. I have a building that has a partial sprinkler system in place and over the years the space has been subdivided into smaller units. The total space that has coverage is approx 21,000 sq ft…
Portable fire extinguishers
Here in Parma we require that business owners have their fire extinguishers tagged by a certified company, GPS, ABCO, ABC, & so on. Some business owners want to just replace the extinguisher each year with a new one & show us the receipt. That presents a problem because sometimes they can’t produce the receipt for…
Antifreeze Update
It has been over two months since the NFPA Standards Council issued Tentative Interim Amendments to NFPA 13, 13D and 13R banning the use of antifreeze in new sprinkler systems protecting dwelling units (See eTechAlert No. 187 – August 17, 2010). The NFSA petition to the NFPA Board to overturn the TIAs was denied based…
Fire Protection Systems in Group Homes
I am looking for information on fire protection systems in group homes. It has recently been brought to the attention of the Westlake Fire Department that the County Board of Mental Retardation has decreased the population of their group homes from five to four residents.This was done to accomplish two things. One was to make…
Open Flame Effects for Entertainment Performance
I received an inquiry regarding Open Flame Effects using Class 3 propane flames for an entertainment performance. I am currently researching the Fire Code and would like any assistance. If anyone has dealt with this type of entertainment please contact me. Here is a brief description of the performance in question: Open Flame Effects performance…
General Operations Progress and Status
I have a couple of questions that I would like to ask and get as much feedback as possible. 1. Is anyone using the NFPA online system and how has it been working? 2. Does anyone use a laptop for their inspections? What are the advantages and disadvantages? Has there been a cost savings for…
The Right to Enter a Residence Because of Excess Fire Load in the Home
I had a discussion recently with an assistant building commissioner regarding the right to enter a residence because of excess fire load in the home. It is my understanding that I do not have the right to enter a home, but I can enter a business during times of operation to do an inspection. The…
Combination Fire/Burglar Alarm Panel
Does NFPA allow combination fire and burglar alarm panels in commercial businesses? The device in question is manufactured by Digital Monitoring Products and it’s a 574-zone command processor. Any information would be helpful. Thank you, Todd Ayres Highland Heights FD [email protected]
Suggestions for Ventless, Hoodless Self-contained Deep Fat Fryers
We are looking for information regarding the “Autofry” ventless, hoodless, self-contained deep fat fryers by Motion Technology, Inc. If anyone has any information or experience with these fryers please contact Rich Ciarrone at the Parma Fire Department. Thank you, Rich Ciarrone Fire Inspector, Parma FD [email protected]
Information on 5-inch Storz FDC’s
We are looking for information on the pros and cons of 5-inch Storz FDCs. Does anyone use them and why? Thanks in advance,, Scott D. Bement Asst. Chief, N Ridgeville FD [email protected]