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What should never be done with a permit application before it is issued a permit number?
What should never be done with a permit application before it is issued a permit number?
- Process it at the front counter
- Document it on the clipboard
- Place it in the permit file cabinet
- Review and sign it (correct)
What is the purpose of the clipboard in the permit application process?
What is the purpose of the clipboard in the permit application process?
- To store permit applications
- To review permit applications with the inspector
- To document received permit applications (correct)
- To process permit applications at the front counter
What type of inspection is not mentioned in the content?
What type of inspection is not mentioned in the content?
- FPSI - Fire Pre Site Inspection
- FRI - Fire Rough Inspection
- FSB - Fire Site Building Inspection (correct)
- FFI - Fire Final Inspection
How long does an inspector have to input an inspection into Superion?
How long does an inspector have to input an inspection into Superion?
What happens to a permit application once it is received with a permit number at the Fire Prevention Bureau?
What happens to a permit application once it is received with a permit number at the Fire Prevention Bureau?
What is the purpose of generating inspection forms?
What is the purpose of generating inspection forms?
What is done with the original documentation and inspection forms after an inspection?
What is done with the original documentation and inspection forms after an inspection?
Why is it important to close out the permit in Superion?
Why is it important to close out the permit in Superion?
What is the primary purpose of the standardized guidelines established by the Hoffman Estates Fire Department?
What is the primary purpose of the standardized guidelines established by the Hoffman Estates Fire Department?
Which of the following is NOT one of the permit types mentioned in the guidelines?
Which of the following is NOT one of the permit types mentioned in the guidelines?
How are permit applications received by the Hoffman Estates Fire Department?
How are permit applications received by the Hoffman Estates Fire Department?
What will happen to a permit number once it is assigned by the front counter?
What will happen to a permit number once it is assigned by the front counter?
Who is responsible for approving the Fire Prevention Guidelines?
Who is responsible for approving the Fire Prevention Guidelines?
When is the next re-evaluation date for the Fire Prevention Guidelines scheduled?
When is the next re-evaluation date for the Fire Prevention Guidelines scheduled?
Which type of fire suppression system is included in the permit types outlined in the guidelines?
Which type of fire suppression system is included in the permit types outlined in the guidelines?
What does the acronym NIMS stand for in the context of the Fire Prevention Guidelines?
What does the acronym NIMS stand for in the context of the Fire Prevention Guidelines?
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Study Notes
Hoffman Estates Fire Department Standard Operating Guidelines
- The purpose of the guidelines is to standardize the issuance and review of permit applications received by the Fire Prevention Bureau.
Permits Reviewed by the Fire Prevention Bureau
- Automatic fire sprinkler systems (residential and commercial)
- Fire alarm systems
- Kitchen hood and duct suppression
- Kitchen hood and duct mechanical
- Fire clean agent suppression systems
- Temporary heat source
- Fire lock box
- Fire equipment box system
- Pyrotechnic display (includes special effects)
- Firework display
Permit Application Process
- Permit applications are received through the front counter or by mail directly to the Fire Prevention Bureau
- Front counter assigns a permit number, which remains with the file permanently
- Applications are sent to the Fire Prevention Bureau for review and issuance
- Applications received by mail are sent to the front counter for permit number assignment
Review and Issuance of Permits
- Permits are reviewed by assigned inspectors
- Permits are placed in a drawer of the permit file cabinet and documented on the clipboard as received
- Inspectors review permits and documentation
- Once reviewed, permits are sent to the front counter for processing
Inspections
- FPSI (Fire Pre Site Inspection)
- FSI (Fire Site Inspection)
- FUFI (Fire Underground Flush Inspection)
- FCI (Fire Ceiling Inspection)
- FRI (Fire Rough Inspection)
- FHI (Fire Hydro Inspection)
- FFI (Fire Final Inspection)
- FHWI (Fire Homeowner Walk Inspection)
Post-Inspection Procedure
- Inspectors input inspections into Superion within 48 hours
- Permits are closed out in Superion for proper monthly reporting
- Inspection forms are placed in the permit file along with original documentation
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