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Who is allowed in the immediate vicinity of a fire without permission from the fire rescue department?
What action is prohibited regarding the fire alarm system?
What is the consequence of obstructing fire hydrants with building material?
Who can give permission to individuals to be in the immediate vicinity of a fire?
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Who is responsible for taking charge of physical evidence at the scene of a fire?
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Who is responsible for reporting every fire in writing to the bureau of fire prevention?
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Who conducts periodic inspections of premises to enforce laws and ordinances?
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Who compiles and maintains a record of all fires and related facts?
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Who submits an annual report of the bureau of fire prevention's activities to the fire chief?
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Who determines the fees for fire code inspections and related services?
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Who schedules inspections based on the occupancy type and hazard classification of structures or buildings?
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Who can conduct inspections of structures or buildings at any time for the purpose of identifying fire code violations?
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Who can appeal a decision of the fire marshal related to code enforcement?
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Who schedules a hearing for appeals related to decisions of the fire marshal?
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Who is responsible for submitting an annual report of the bureau of fire prevention's activities to the city commission?
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Who issues orders as necessary to safeguard life and property from fire?
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What is the timeframe for decisions of the board of adjustments and appeals to be mailed to the appellant?
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Who establishes the amount of the filing fee for an appeal to the construction board?
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What may result from violation of the building code, failure to comply with orders, or refusal to obey provisions?
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What is required if there is noncompliance with the building code or failure to pay penalties?
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What is required for dispensing or delivering flammable liquids into portable containers?
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What is required for dispensing devices for flammable liquids inside buildings?
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What governs the location of flammable liquid storage tanks?
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How should excavation for underground flammable liquid storage tanks be done?
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What is required to cover underground flammable liquid tanks for protection?
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What is required for proper venting of flammable liquid tanks?
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What is required for bonfires and similar activities?
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What does the text include regulations related to?
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What is required before erecting tents within the city?
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In what circumstances can exceptions be granted for the use of torches, lamps, and open flame devices in public places?
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What is the maximum coverage allowed for tents on premises?
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What must be provided and kept in working condition at all times in tents?
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Where is the storage of flammable liquids in outside aboveground tanks prohibited?
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In which areas is the bulk storage of liquefied petroleum gases restricted?
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Where are fire district boundaries defined and shown?
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What is unlawful in public buildings used for worship, instruction, or entertainment?
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Who cannot permit obstruction of aisles, passageways, corridors, or stairways in public buildings?
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What is prohibited in tents occupied by the public?
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Who can grant exceptions for the use of torches, lamps, and open flame devices in public places?
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What is required for tents used for public assembly?
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Who is responsible for enforcing the fire prevention code and may detail members of the fire rescue department as inspectors?
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What is the Florida Fire Prevention Code of the city adopted from?
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Who is responsible for investigating the cause, origin, and circumstances of every fire occurring in the city by which property has been destroyed or damaged?
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Who is responsible for taking charge of physical evidence at the scene of a fire?
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Who is responsible for enforcing laws and ordinances related to fire prevention, including the prevention of fires, storage and use of explosives and flammables?
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Who may detail members of the fire rescue department as inspectors?
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Who prepares instructions for the fire marshal and his assistants, and forms for their use in the reports required by the fire prevention code?
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Who is responsible for enforcing the fire prevention code on both public and private property and all structures and occupancies, except as otherwise specified?
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Who is responsible for enforcing the fire prevention code in West Palm Beach, Florida?
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Who is responsible for compiling and maintaining a record of all fires and related facts?
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Who is responsible for submitting an annual report of the bureau of fire prevention's activities to the fire chief?
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Who is responsible for investigating the cause, origin, and circumstances of every fire occurring in the city?
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Study Notes
Fire Safety Regulations in Public Spaces
- Bonfires or rubbish fires are prohibited on public streets, alleys, roads, public grounds, or private land without a permit or proper authorization.
- The use of torches, lamps, and open flame devices is prohibited in various public places, but exceptions may be granted by the fire chief and fire marshal.
- Tents require approval from the fire department chief, fire prevention bureau chief, and building inspector before being erected within the city.
- Tents cannot cover more than 75% of the premises and must be a certain distance apart to allow for emergency egress.
- Tents used for public assembly must adhere to recognized good practices for design, construction, and fire hazard prevention.
- Smoking, fireworks, and unapproved open flames are not permitted in tents occupied by the public.
- Fire extinguishing equipment of approved types must be provided in tents and kept in working condition at all times.
- Specific districts are established where the storage of flammable liquids in outside aboveground tanks is prohibited.
- Bulk storage of liquefied petroleum gases is restricted within certain established fire limit zones.
- Fire district boundaries are defined and shown on a map designated as the "Fire District Map" on file with the city clerk.
- Obstructing aisles, passageways, and corridors in public buildings used for worship, instruction, or entertainment is unlawful.
- The lessee, manager, owner, or person in charge of public buildings cannot permit obstruction of aisles, passageways, corridors, or stairways.
Fire Prevention Code in West Palm Beach, Florida
- The West Palm Beach, Florida Code of Ordinances prohibits placing any building material or obstruction within 18 feet of public cisterns, hydrants, or fireplugs.
- It is forbidden to resist, impede, or interfere with the fire chief, assistants, or firefighters in the execution of their duty.
- Interference with paramedics of the fire rescue department at the scene of an emergency medical response is also prohibited.
- The Florida Fire Prevention Code, NFPA 1 Fire Prevention Code, 2000 edition, and NFPA 101 Life Safety Code, 2000 edition are adopted as the fire prevention code of the city.
- The fire prevention code applies to both public and private property and all structures and occupancies, except as otherwise specified.
- The fire chief of the city fire rescue department is responsible for enforcing the fire prevention code and may detail members of the fire rescue department as inspectors.
- A bureau of fire prevention and fire marshal are created to assist in the enforcement of the fire prevention code, operating under the supervision of the fire chief.
- The bureau of fire prevention is responsible for enforcing laws and ordinances related to fire prevention, including the prevention of fires, storage and use of explosives and flammables, and investigation of fire causes.
- The bureau of fire prevention shall investigate the cause, origin, and circumstances of every fire occurring in the city by which property has been destroyed or damaged.
- The fire chief may delegate any of his powers or duties under the fire prevention code to the fire marshal.
- The fire chief shall prepare instructions for the fire marshal and his assistants, and forms for their use in the reports required by the fire prevention code.
- Investigations into fires shall begin immediately upon their occurrence to determine whether they resulted from carelessness or design.
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Test your knowledge of fire safety regulations in public spaces with this quiz. Learn about prohibitions on bonfires, open flame devices, and tent requirements. Explore specific regulations in West Palm Beach, Florida, including the adoption of fire prevention codes and the responsibilities of the fire chief and bureau of fire prevention.
