F-FIPR Fire Prevention Inspections
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What is the primary purpose of this guideline?

  • To ensure the safety of the public and Toronto Fire Services personnel
  • To provide a framework for conducting fire safety inspections
  • To demonstrate compliance with the Fire Code at Toronto Fire Services facilities (correct)
  • To assign responsibilities to personnel for fire prevention duties

    • Who is responsible for reviewing and signing the completed Inspection Report?

  • The District Chief (correct)
  • The Fire Prevention Division
  • The Officer in Charge
  • The Duty Officer

    • What is the frequency of inspecting and maintaining TFS fire stations to comply with the Fire Code and municipal by-laws?

  • Daily (correct)
  • Quarterly
  • Weekly
  • Monthly

    • What should TFS personnel do if they need more information about the Fire Code?

    <p>Contact the TFS Fire Prevention Division</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the responsibility of all personnel in relation to fire station fire prevention duties?

    <p>To complete fire station fire prevention duties as assigned by the Duty Officer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the 'check' in the context of this guideline?

    <p>To visually observe a device or system to ensure it is in place and not obviously damaged or obstructed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is responsible for ensuring the Fire Station Fire Prevention Inspection Report is properly completed and filed?

    <p>The Duty Officer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the reason for demonstrating compliance with the Fire Code at Toronto Fire Services facilities?

    <p>To provide evidence to the reasonableness of requesting the community to perform the same</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a responsibility of the Duty Officer in relation to fire separations?

    <p>Ensure doors in fire separations remain closed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How often should hoods, filters, and ducts with combustible deposits be checked according to the Duty Officer's responsibilities?

    <p>Daily</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What condition should exit signs be maintained in?

    <p>Clearly visible and illuminated</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should the Duty Officer ensure about the fire alarm system daily?

    <p>That the AC power-on light indicates normal operation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    For which system should the pilot lights be checked daily?

    <p>Emergency lighting system</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is required regarding the reporting of fire station fire prevention inspections?

    <p>Inspection reports must be retained for at least two years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The hydrostatic testing or recharging of a discharged fire station extinguisher is the responsibility of which division?

    <p>Facilities and Real Estate Division</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is not a condition for ensuring a fire extinguisher is compliant?

    <p>Labeled with owner’s name</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done with fire extinguishers after they have been used?

    <p>Recharged according to manufacturer's instructions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should the Duty Officer do if a fault is found in the fire alarm system?

    <p>Initiate appropriate corrective action</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Purpose and Responsibility

    • To ensure Toronto Fire Services (TFS) personnel comply with fire station fire prevention regulations
    • All personnel are responsible for completing fire station fire prevention duties as assigned by the Duty Officer
    • The Duty Officer is responsible for ensuring the guidelines are followed and recorded
    • The District Chief is responsible for reviewing and signing the completed Inspection Report

    Guidelines

    • TFS fire stations must be checked, inspected, and maintained daily to comply with the Fire Code and municipal by-laws
    • Definitions:
      • "Check" means visual observation to ensure devices or systems are in place and not obviously damaged or obstructed
      • "Inspect" means physical examination to determine devices or systems perform in accordance with their intended function

    General Life Safety Systems

    • Doors in fire separations must be checked frequently to ensure they remain closed
    • Exit signs must be clearly visible and maintained in a clean and legible condition
    • Internally illuminated exit signs must be kept clearly illuminated
    • Hoods, filters, and ducts subject to combustible deposits must be checked daily
    • Doors in fire separations must be inspected daily for proper operation and not propped open

    Portable Fire Extinguishers

    • Portable fire extinguishers must be inspected daily
    • Extinguishers must be:
      • Undamaged and in position
      • Not corroded, leaking, or with a clogged nozzle
      • Accessible, visible, and not obstructed
      • Operating instructions on the extinguisher name plate facing out
      • In the operable range as indicated by the pressure gauge readings (if applicable) or shaken to determine fullness
    • Extinguishers must be recharged after use or as indicated by an inspection
    • Hydrostatic testing or recharging of a discharged fire station extinguisher is the responsibility of the Facilities and Real Estate Division (FRED)

    Fire Alarm Systems

    • Fire alarm system components must be kept unobstructed at all times
    • Fire alarm system power supply switches must be locked on in an approved manner
    • On a daily basis, the Duty Officer must ensure:
      • The principle and remote trouble lights are checked for trouble indication
      • The AC power-on light is inspected and indicates normal operation
    • If a fault is established, appropriate corrective action must be initiated

    Smoke Alarms and Carbon Monoxide Alarms

    • Smoke alarms and carbon monoxide alarms must be maintained in operating condition as per the manufacturer's instructions
    • Smoke alarm batteries should be replaced twice per year when clocks are changed to and from daylight savings time and tested by depressing the test button

    Emergency Lighting System

    • For emergency lighting, the Duty Officer must ensure pilot lights are checked daily for indication of proper operation

    Reporting

    • TFS personnel conducting the daily fire prevention inspection of the fire station must complete and sign the Fire Station Fire Prevention Inspection Report
    • The Duty Officer must sign the completed daily report prior to filing
    • Records of tests and corrective measures must be retained in the fire station for a minimum of two years

    Deficiencies

    • If any fire station life safety equipment requires repair or maintenance, the Duty Officer must notify the City of Toronto Facilities and Real Estate Division (FRED) Work Order Service Centre (Corporate Services) 24 hours a day

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    Guidelines for Toronto Fire Services personnel to ensure fire prevention regulations at fire stations, considering public and personnel safety.

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