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Job Description
Inspect buildings and equipment to detect fire hazards and enforce state and local regulations.
Job Details
- The SOC (Standard Occupational Classification) code is 33-2021.01
Also Known As…
- State Fire Marshal
- Fire Safety Inspector
- Fire Protection Specialist
- Fire Prevention Specialist
- Fire Prevention Inspector
- Fire Official
- Fire Marshal
- Fire Inspector
- Fire Chief
- Deputy Fire Marshal
- Sprinkler Inspector
- Smoke Inspector
- Firefighter
- Fire Systems Inspector
- Fire Sprinkler Inspector
- Fire Sprinkler Apparatus Inspector
- Fire Safety Director
- Fire Protection Inspector
- Fire Protection Fabricator
- Fire Prevention Training Officer
- Fire Prevention Supervisor
- Fire Prevention Officer
- Fire Prevention Inspection Specialist
- Fire Prevention Director
- Fire Lieutenant
- Fire Investigator
- Fire Inspections Coordinator
- Fire Hazard Inspector
- Fire Fighter/EMT
- Fire Extinguisher Sprinkler Inspector
- Fire Extinguisher Inspector
- Fire Equipment Inspector
- Fire Code Inspector
- Fire Captain
- Fire and Building Code Inspector
- Fire Alarm Inspector
- Compliance Manager
- Compliance Coordinator
- Compliance Analyst
- Code Official
- Code Enforcement Officer
- Captain Specialist
- Building Inspector
Tasks for “Fire Inspectors”
- Inspect and test fire protection or fire detection systems to verify that such systems are installed in accordance with appropriate laws, codes, ordinances, regulations, and standards.
- Conduct fire exit drills to monitor and evaluate evacuation procedures.
- Identify corrective actions necessary to bring properties into compliance with applicable fire codes, laws, regulations, and standards, and explain these measures to property owners or their representatives.
- Testify in court regarding fire code and fire safety issues.
- Investigate causes of fires, collecting and preparing evidence and presenting it in court when necessary.
- Arrange for the replacement of defective fire fighting equipment and for repair of fire alarm and sprinkler systems, making minor repairs such as servicing fire extinguishers when feasible.
- Inspect properties that store, handle, and use hazardous materials to ensure compliance with laws, codes, and regulations, and issue hazardous materials permits to facilities found in compliance.
- Conduct fire code compliance follow-ups to ensure that corrective actions have been taken in cases where violations were found.
- Attend training classes to maintain current knowledge of fire prevention, safety, and firefighting procedures.
- Issue permits for public assemblies.
- Develop or review fire exit plans.
- Search for clues as to the cause of a fire, once the fire is completely extinguished.
- Review blueprints and plans for new or remodeled buildings to ensure the structures meet fire safety codes.
- Supervise staff, training them, planning their work, and evaluating their performance.
- Present and explain fire code requirements and fire prevention information to architects, contractors, attorneys, engineers, developers, fire service personnel, and the general public.
- Serve court appearance summonses or condemnation notices on parties responsible for violations of fire codes, laws, and ordinances.
- Develop and coordinate fire prevention programs, such as false alarm billing, fire inspection reporting, and hazardous materials management.
- Conduct inspections and acceptance testing of newly installed fire protection systems.
- Teach public education programs on fire safety and prevention.
- Inspect liquefied petroleum installations, storage containers, and transportation and delivery systems for compliance with fire laws.
- Write detailed reports of fire inspections performed, fire code violations observed, and corrective recommendations offered.
- Collect fees for permits and licenses.
- Recommend changes to fire prevention, inspection, and fire code endorsement procedures.
- Inspect buildings to locate hazardous conditions and fire code violations, such as accumulations of combustible material, electrical wiring problems, and inadequate or non-functional fire exits.
Related Technology & Tools
- Digital electrical frequency meters
- Water mist systems
- Digital levels
- Smart phones
- Laptop computers
- Fire suppression sprinkler systems
- Handheld calculators
- Pitot tubes
- Battery powered smoke detectors
- Digital multimeters
- Water reservoirs
- Digital light meters
- Mobile radios
- Laser rangefinders
- Hard-wired smoke detectors
- Battery analyzers
- Decibel meters
- Emergency lights
- Magnehelic differential pressure gauges
- Voltage testers
- High pressure fire hoses
- Handheld computers
- Passenger vehicles
- High powered flashlights
- Multigas detectors
- Foam-water sprinkler systems
- Multipurpose fire extinguishers
- Distance measuring wheels
- Fire detection systems
- Stepladders
- Personal computers
- Hydrant wrenches
- Digital still cameras
- Measuring tapes
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft Office
- Code database software