Section 4: Persons authorized to enter and inspect premises; inspections of institutions; reports

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Who may enter any building or premises to make an inspection or investigation without being deemed guilty of trespass?

Any government official

The marshal or the head of the fire department (correct)

A police officer

Any firefighter

At what time can the marshal or head of the fire department enter a building for inspection or investigation?

Only during business hours

Only during weekends

Only at night

Any reasonable hour (correct)

For what purpose may the marshal or head of the fire department enter a building or premises?

To conduct criminal investigations

For personal reasons

To perform duties imposed by the chapter (correct)

For unrelated inspections

Who can delegate the authority to enter buildings for inspections or investigations?

The marshal or the head of the fire department Signup and view all the answers

What must the marshal or head of the fire department do every three months?

Make an inspection of institutions defined by the state building code Signup and view all the answers

Which institutions are subject to inspections every three months?

Institutions defined by the state building code and licensed by the department of public health or welfare Signup and view all the answers

To whom must the marshal or head of the fire department submit inspection reports?

The department of public health and the department of public welfare Signup and view all the answers

What forms are used for the inspection reports?

Custom forms created by the fire department Signup and view all the answers

How often must inspections be conducted for premises specified in innholder's licenses?

Every three months Signup and view all the answers

What is the marshal’s primary legal authority for conducting inspections?

Section 4 of chapter twenty-two D Signup and view all the answers

To whom can the marshal delegate inspection duties?

Any person to whom the authority is delegated Signup and view all the answers

What is a key purpose of the inspections conducted by the marshal?

To ensure compliance with board of fire prevention regulations Signup and view all the answers

What protection does the marshal have when entering buildings for inspection?

Protection from trespass claims Signup and view all the answers

What is required for the marshal to enter a ship or vessel?

Performance of duties outlined by the chapter Signup and view all the answers

How often must the marshal report on the inspection of institutions to relevant departments?

Every three months Signup and view all the answers

Which chapter establishes the board of fire prevention regulations?

Chapter twenty-two D Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a delegable duty of the marshal or head of the fire department?

Writing new fire prevention laws Signup and view all the answers

What is the main goal of inspections conducted by the marshal or head of the fire department?

To ensure public safety and compliance with fire prevention regulations Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Inspection Authorities and Their Powers

The marshal or head of the fire department can enter buildings for inspections without being guilty of trespass.
Inspections can occur at any reasonable hour, not just during business hours.
Entry is primarily for the purpose of performing mandated duties.

Delegation of Authority

The authority to enter buildings can only be delegated by the marshal or head of the fire department.
Inspections can be assigned to any person to whom authority is delegated, not limited to specific titles.

Inspection Frequency and Reporting

Inspections of institutions defined by state building codes are conducted every three months.
Inspection reports must be submitted to both the department of public health and the department of public welfare, utilizing specific forms provided by these departments.

Legal Framework

The marshal's ability to enter premises for inspections is rooted in Section 4 of Chapter Twenty-Two D.
Inspections align with all provisions related to fire prevention laws, ordinances, or by-laws.

Legal Protections during Inspections

When entering buildings, the marshal or head of the fire department is protected from being deemed guilty of trespass.
Written permission or a court order is not needed to inspect ships; actions must relate to duties prescribed in the chapter.

Specific Licensing and Compliance

Innkeeper's licenses are regulated under Chapter One Hundred and Forty, requiring inspections every three months.
The core objective of these inspections is to ensure public safety and adherence to fire prevention regulations.

Key Responsibilities

Inspections aim to ensure compliance with fire prevention regulations, setting safety standards for various institutions.
The marshal must conduct inspections at licensed institutions like hospitals, schools, and clinics per state definitions.

Limits on Delegation

While duties like conducting inspections and reporting can be delegated, writing new fire prevention laws is not a transferable responsibility.

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