Part V Rights of Entry Part 1

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Who may authorize a person to enter on lands or premises without a warrant?

Any assistant to the Fire Marshal (correct)

The police chief

A firefighter

The Fire Marshal (correct)

What is the main purpose of entering on lands or premises adjacent to a fire?

To inspect the premises for potential hazards

To fight the fire or provide rescue or emergency services (correct)

To evacuate people from the surrounding area

To investigate the cause of the fire

Under what circumstances may a firefighter pull down or remove buildings?

If the fire chief deems it necessary to prevent the spread of the fire (correct)

If the fire is spreading quickly

If the fire has already been extinguished

If the owner of the building gives permission

What is the main concern when entering on lands or premises adjacent to a fire?

The health and safety of people and the quality of the natural environment Signup and view all the answers

Who may enter on lands or premises without a warrant to fight a fire?

A firefighter or someone authorized by the fire chief Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of entering on lands or premises adjacent to a serious threat to health and safety?

To remove or reduce the threat Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary condition for a firefighter to enter lands or premises outside the territorial limits of the municipality without a warrant?

The fire or emergency threatens persons, property or the environment within the territorial limits of the municipality. Signup and view all the answers

Who may enter lands or premises outside the territorial limits of the municipality without a warrant for the purposes of fighting a fire or providing rescue or emergency services?

A firefighter or such other person as may be authorized by the fire chief Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of entering lands or premises under subsection (1) of section 14?

To investigate the cause of a fire Signup and view all the answers

What is the power of the Fire Marshal or a fire chief upon entering land or premises under subsection (1) of section 14?

To close the land or premises and remove articles or materials Signup and view all the answers

What is the requirement for a firefighter to enter lands or premises outside the territorial limits of the municipality without a warrant under subsection (2) of section 13?

There is no fire department or other emergency response capability for the area Signup and view all the answers

What is preserved under subsection (4) of section 13?

A firefighter's right to enter at common law Signup and view all the answers

Under what circumstances can a firefighter or such other person as may be authorized by the fire chief enter lands or premises outside the territorial limits of the municipality without a warrant?

If the fire or emergency threatens persons, property or the environment within the territorial limits of the municipality Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of making excavations on the land or premises under subsection (2) of section 14?

To determine the cause of the fire Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Rights of Entry in Emergencies and Fire Investigations

Firefighters or authorized persons can enter adjacent lands or premises without a warrant to fight a fire or provide rescue or emergency services.
They can also enter adjacent lands or premises to remove or reduce a serious threat to health and safety or the environment.

Prevention of Fire Spreading

Firefighters or authorized persons can enter lands or premises where a fire is occurring, or adjacent lands or premises, to pull down or remove buildings, structures, or things to prevent the spread of the fire.

Entry onto Land Outside Municipality

Firefighters or authorized persons can enter lands or premises outside the territorial limits of their municipality without a warrant if the fire or emergency threatens persons, property, or the environment within the municipality, and there is no fire department or emergency response capability in the area.

Automatic Aid

Firefighters or authorized persons can enter lands or premises outside the territorial limits of their municipality without a warrant if the council of the municipality has entered into an automatic aid agreement or other agreement permitting the entry.

Common Law Right of Entry Preserved

This section does not affect a firefighter's right of entry at common law.

Entry where Fire has Occurred or is Likely to Occur

The Fire Marshal or a fire chief can enter land or premises without a warrant if a fire has occurred or is likely to occur, or if there is a substance or device likely to cause a fire.

Powers upon Entry

Upon entering land or premises, the Fire Marshal or a fire chief can:
- Close and prevent entry to the land or premises for the duration of the examination
- Remove, retain, and examine articles or materials, take samples, and make photographs or videos
- Make excavations on the land or premises
- Require machinery, equipment, or devices to be operated or used under specified conditions
- Make reasonable inquiries of any person, orally or in writing

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Description

This quiz covers the rights of firefighters to enter adjacent lands or premises in emergency situations to fight fires or provide rescue services. It also explores the roles of the fire chief, Fire Marshal, and assistant to the Fire Marshal.