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INSPECTION CHECKLIST

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WEST JACKSON FIRE DEPARTMENT

FIRE PREVENTION BUREAU

69 West Jackson Road • Braselton, GA 30517

706-654-2500 x 1  Office  •  706-654-9227 Fax

 

INSPECTION CHECKLIST

 

Occupant Information                 Date:_____________

Business name :______________________________________________________________________

Address: ___________________________________________ Business Phone___________________

Business Contact Name__________________________________ Phone Number__________________

Other Contact Name___________________________________ Phone Number__________________

Email- ______________________________________________

Business Type:______________________________________________________________________

 

Building Information

Building Owners Name_____________________________________Phone_____________________

 

Knox: Yes  No Fire alarm: Yes  No Sprinklered: Yes  No If Yes: Wet  Dry  Other:
Length: Width: Total SqFt: Height: Stories:

 

Possible Life Safety Concerns

The checklist on the back is not all inclusive as some businesses will require other items above and beyond what is on the list. 

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EXITS

  • Door/aisle is not obstructed
  • Illuminated exit signs maintained in working order
  • Proper lock/hardware on exit door (no flush bolts, hasps, etc.)
  • Means of egress shall be kept clear
  • Emergency lights maintained and in working order
  • Exit doors open easily and close after opening
  • Doors with panic hardware shall have no other locking devices
  • There is a sign over the main entrance, “this door to remain unlocked during business hours,” if the door has a double-keyed deadbolt
  • Maximum occupancy signage shall be posted in a conspicuous location near the main entrance for assembly occupancies

EXTINGUISHER/FIRE PROTECTION EQUIPMENT

  • A minimum of one 2A10BC extinguisher installed as directed.
  • Fire extinguishers serviced within the past year and a new service inspection tag attached
  • Extinguishers are securely mounted or in an approved cabinet
  • Fire extinguishers are not obstructed and in plain view
  • Fire extinguisher top shall be placed between 36” and 50” from floor
  • Fire alarm system in proper working order AND tested annually with accurate documentation
  • 18” clearance between storage and sprinkler heads
  • Sprinkler system shall be maintained AND tested annually with accurate documentation
  • Kitchen Fire System shall be maintained AND tested semi-annually with accurate documentation
  • Maintain access to fire hydrants and connections for sprinkler and standpipe systems
  • Fire and smoke walls shall be maintained and have no opening other than those allowed by the fire code

ELECTRICAL

  • NO extension cords in use in place of permanent wiring. (Power strips with breaker buttons are acceptable)
  • Electrical panel is not overloaded or obstructed
  • 36” clearance maintained in front of electrical panels
  • No multi-plug adapters in use, other than approved power strips
  • There are no spliced or frayed cords or wires
  • Spacers/blanks installed in electrical panel gap(s)
  • Circuit breakers are labeled
  • No broken, faulty, or missing switches or outlets
  • No missing covers for switches, outlets, junction boxes, electrical panels etc.
  • Electrical cords do not extend through walls, ceilings, floors, or above or under doors or floor coverings
  • No exposed wiring in conduit

APPLIANCES/MECHANICAL DEVICES

  • All appliances are properly wired, connected and vented

STORAGE/ COMUSTIBLE MATERIAL/ HOUSEKEEPING

  • Flammable liquid properly stored
  • No accumulation of combustible materials
  • Oil rags in non-combustible container with lid
  • Compressed gas cylinders secured regardless if full, in-use, or empty
  • “No Smoking” signs installed as required in areas where combustible materials are stored
  • Maintain storage 24” below ceilings without a sprinkler system
  • Maintain 36” clearance around items such as furnace and hot water tanks and other ignition sources
  • No storage shall be kept in exit stairways

MISCELLANEOUS

  • Fire Access Lanes shall be approved by the Fire District
  • Fire Access Lanes shall be properly identified and maintained
  • Charcoal grills, propane grills and/or other open-flame cooking devices shall not be located on combustible balconies or within 10’ of combustible construction.
  • Address numbers shall be posted in contrasting colors on front and rear doors. Numbers shall be a minimum of 4” high

Contact Info

  • (706) 654-2500
  • 69 West Jackson Rd
    Braselton, Georgia 30517

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Contact Us

  • (706) 654-2500
  • bstephens@wjfd.org
  • wjfd.org
  • 69 W Jackson Rd,
    Braselton, GA 30517

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