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|[pic] |OHIO DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY | |

| |DIVISION OF EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES | |

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| |FIRE SAFETY INSPECTOR COURSE OBJECTIVES | |

| |Fire Safety Inspector Course - General Course Information, Certification Requirements, and Course Objectives | |

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| |EFFECTIVE JANUARY 1, 2018 | |

|COURSE OVERVIEW |

|The Fire Safety Inspector Course is designed to provide firefighters with the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to conduct fire and life safety inspections in Ohio. The course contains all course objectives |

|included in the Hazard Recognition Officer course, as well as more advanced training necessary to perform duties required at the Fire Inspector II level, including code interpretation, policy implementation, testifying |

|at legal proceedings, applying local fire and life safety codes to complex situations, analyzing and recommending modifications to local codes, reviewing and evaluating fire protection systems, analyzing egress elements |

|of a structure, and evaluating code compliance in the storage, use, and manufacture of flammable and combustible liquids and gases and hazardous materials. |

|It should be noted that although the Fire Safety Inspector course contains basic requirements to review plans, the function is technical and requires additional training beyond the scope of the Fire Safety Inspector |

|Course. The certification is optional and meets the minimum requirements set forth in the nationally recognized standard, NFPA 1031: "Standard for Professional Qualifications for Fire Inspector and Plan Examiner” for |

|Fire Inspector I and II. |

|Successful completion of the course is required to be eligible to sit for the state examination to be certified as an Ohio Fire Safety Inspector. |

|NOTE: In accordance with section 3737.34 of the Ohio Revised Code, no person shall serve as a fire safety inspector for any fire agency unless he / she has received a certificate issued under section 4765.55 of the |

|Revised Code evidencing satisfactory completion of the Fire Safety Inspector training program. |

|COURSE OBJECTIVES |

|The Fire Safety Inspector Course Objectives are required to meet industry standards for fire safety inspector training as determined by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Standard 1031 (2014 edition) |

|"Standard for Professional Qualifications for Fire Inspector and Plan Examiner.” The hours assigned to each course objective are based on Ohio fire service recommendations. Chartered fire training programs may reallocate|

|topic hours to meet student needs so long as all course objectives are met. However, deviation of more than 25% of the recommended hours must be justified on the course request form |

|COURSE REQUIREMENTS |

|The Fire Safety Inspector Course, required to obtain a Fire Safety Inspector certificate, shall consist of a minimum of eighty (80) hours (1, 2) and shall meet the following training requirements: |

|Shall meet the "Fire Safety Inspector Course Objectives" as set forth by the executive director, with advice and counsel of the committee; and |

|Shall meet the performance objectives set forth in "NFPA 1031" for Fire Inspector I and II. |

|CONTACT HOURS |

|Student contact hours: 50 – 60 minutes = 1 hour; 25 – 30 minutes = ½ hour; full days (0800 – 1600) = 7 hours (assuming 1 hour for lunch unless otherwise documented). Instructional hours may include topic instruction, |

|material review, and testing for knowledge, e.g., quizzes. Instructional hours shall not include practical skill testing, written testing for certification, or instruction on any topics(s) not listed on this guide. |

|(1) Course hours are restricted to curriculum instruction and shall not include time attributed to course administration, course prerequisites or examinations required for state certification (practical skills and |

|written examinations). |

|(2) Each hour shall include a minimum of fifty (50) minutes of instruction. |

|OHIO FIRE SAFETY INSPECTOR CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS |

|STANDARD / |O.A.C. REFERENCE |FIRE SAFETY INSPECTOR COURSE ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS |

|DIRECTIVE | | |

|N/A |4765-20-03 |A chartered fire training program shall admit only those individuals who meet the following requirements into a fire safety inspector or hazard recognition |

| |4765-24-14 |officer course: |

| | |(1) Individuals shall be at least eighteen years of age; |

| | |(2) Individuals shall hold a current and valid firefighter certificate; |

| | |(3) Individuals shall meet all admission requirements established by the chartered fire training program. |

|N/A |4765-24-14 |In addition to the requirements for admission as set forth in paragraph (C) of this rule, the chartered fire training program shall require each student to be |

| | |employed by one of the following in order to be eligible for admission into a fire safety inspector course: |

| | |(1) The office of the state fire marshal; |

| | |(2) A firefighting agency as defined in division (A)(3) of section 9.60 of the Ohio Revised Code (R.C.); |

| | |(3) A private fire company as defined in division (A)(5) of section 9.60 of the R.C. that is providing fire protection in accordance with division (B), (C), or |

| | |(D) of section 9.60 of the R.C. |

|N/A |4765-20-03 |An applicant for fire safety inspector shall not have been convicted of any of the following: |

| | |(a) Any felony; |

| | |(b) A misdemeanor committed in the course of practice; |

| | |(c) A misdemeanor involving moral turpitude. |

|N/A |4765-20-03 |An applicant for fire safety inspector shall not have committed fraud, misrepresentation, or material deception in applying for, or obtaining, a certificate |

| | |issued under section 4765.55 of the R.C. and this chapter. |

|STANDARD / |O.A.C. REFERENCE |QUALIFICATIONS FOR FIRE SAFETY INSPECTOR CERTIFICATION |

|DIRECTIVE | | |

|N/A |4765-20-03 |An applicant for a fire safety inspector certificate shall satisfy the following requirements: |

| | |(1) Shall successfully complete a fire safety inspector training course through a chartered fire training program and receive a certificate of course completion; |

| | |(2) Shall pass the knowledge and practical skills examinations; |

| | |(3) Shall submit a completed "Firefighter, Fire Safety Inspector, or Hazard Recognition Officer Initial Application"; |

|NFPA 1031 |4765-24-14 |Individuals shall meet the performance objectives set forth in "NFPA 1031" for Fire Inspector I and II. |

|N/A |4765-20-03 |Shall pass the knowledge and practical skills examinations as set forth in rule 4765-20-03 of the Ohio Administrative Code (O.A.C.) within 180 days. |

|N/A |4765-20-03 |Shall submit a completed application within ninety (90) days of passing the knowledge examination. |

|OHIO FIRE SAFETY INSPECTOR COURSE OBJECTIVES & RECOMMENDED HOURS GUIDE |

|NFPA 1031 Standard |COURSE OBJECTIVES |FIRE SAFETY INSPECTOR JOB PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS |Cognitive Hours|Practical Hours |Total Hours |

|4.2.2 |Recognize the need for a permit |The ability to communicate orally and in writing. |1 |1 |2 |

|4.2.3 |Recognize the need for plan review |The ability to communicate orally and in writing. |0.5 |0.5 |1 |

|4.2.4 |Investigate common complaints |The ability to apply codes and standards, communicate orally and in writing, recognize problems, and |0.5 |0.5 |1 |

| | |resolve complaints. | | | |

|4.2.5 |Identify the applicable code or standard |The ability to apply codes and standards. |1 |1 |2 |

|4.2.6 |Participate in legal proceedings |The ability to maintain a professional courtroom demeanor, communicate, listen, and differentiate facts |2 |2 |4 |

| | |from opinions. | | | |

|4.3.1 |Identify the occupancy classification of a |The ability to make observations and correct decisions. |0.5 |0.5 |1 |

| |single-use occupancy | | | | |

|4.3.2 |Compute the allowable occupant load of a |The ability to calculate occupant loads, identify occupancy factors related to various occupancy |0.5 |0.5 |1 |

| |single-use occupancy or portion thereof |classifications, use measuring tools, and make field sketches. | | | |

|4.3.3 |Inspect means of egress elements |The ability to observe and recognize problems, calculate, make basic decisions related to means of egress,|1 |1 |2 |

| | |use measuring tools, and make field sketches. | | | |

|4.3.4 |Verify the type of construction for an |The ability to read plans, make decisions, and apply codes and standards. |0.5 |0.5 |1 |

| |addition or remodeling project | | | | |

|4.3.5 |Determine the operational readiness of |The ability to observe, make decisions, recognize problems, and read reports. |1 |2 |3 |

| |existing fixed fire suppression systems | | | | |

|4.3.6 |Determine the operational readiness of |The ability to observe, make decisions, recognize problems, and read reports. |1 |2 |3 |

| |existing fire detection and alarm systems | | | | |

|4.3.7 |Determine the operational readiness of |The ability to observe, make decisions, recognize problems, and read reports. |1 |2 |3 |

| |existing portable fire extinguishers | | | | |

|4.3.8 |Recognize hazardous conditions involving |The ability to observe, communicate, apply codes and standards, recognize problems, and make decisions. |1 |1 |2 |

| |equipment, processes, and operations | | | | |

|4.3.9 |Compare an approved plan to an existing fire|The ability to read and comprehend plans for fire protection systems, observe, communicate, apply codes |2 |2 |4 |

| |protection system |and standards, recognize problems, and make decisions. | | | |

|4.3.10 |Verify that emergency planning and |The ability to identify the emergency evacuation requirements contained in the applicable codes and |1 |1 |2 |

| |preparedness measures are in place and have |standards and interpret plans and reports. | | | |

| |been practiced | | | | |

|4.3.11 |Inspect emergency access for an existing |The ability to identify the emergency access requirements contained in the applicable codes and standards,|0.5 |0.5 |1 |

| |site |observe, make decisions, and use measuring tools. | | | |

|4.3.12 |Verify code compliance for incidental |The ability to observe, communicate, apply codes and standards, recognize problems, and make decisions. |0.5 |0.5 |1 |

| |storage, handling, and use of flammable and | | | | |

| |combustible liquids and gases | | | | |

|4.3.13 |Verify code compliance for incidental |The ability to observe, communicate, apply codes and standards, recognize problems, and make decisions. |0.5 |0.5 |1 |

| |storage, handling, and use of hazardous | | | | |

| |materials | | | | |

|4.3.14 |Recognize a hazardous fire growth potential |The ability to observe, communicate, apply codes and standards, recognize hazardous conditions, and make |1 |1 |2 |

| |in a building or space |decisions. | | | |

|4.3.15 |Determine code compliance |The ability to observe, communicate, apply codes and standards, recognize hazardous conditions, and make |0.5 |0.5 |1 |

| | |decisions. | | | |

|4.3.16 |Verify fire flows for a site |The ability to use Pitot tubes, gauges, and other data gathering devices as well as calculate and graph |0.5 |0.5 |1 |

| | |fire flow results. | | | |

|5.2.1 |Process a permit application |The application of the requisite knowledge. |1 |1 |2 |

|5.2.2 |Process a plan review application |The ability to communicate orally and in writing on matters related to code requirements, policies, and |0.5 |0.5 |1 |

| | |procedures of the jurisdiction. | | | |

|5.2.3 |Investigate complex complaints |The ability to interpret codes and standards, recognize problems, and refer complaints to other agencies |1 |1 |2 |

| | |when required. | | | |

|5.2.4 |Recommend modifications to the adopted codes|The ability to recognize problems, collect and develop potential solutions, and identify cost / risk |0.5 |0.5 |1 |

| |and standards of the jurisdiction |benefits. | | | |

|5.2.5 |Recommend policies and procedures for the |The ability to identify approved construction methods and materials related to fire safety, read and |1 |1 |2 |

| |delivery of inspection services |interpret construction plans and specifications, educate, conduct research, make decisions, recognize | | | |

| | |problems, and resolve conflicts. | | | |

|5.3.1 |Compute the maximum allowable occupant load |The ability to calculate occupant loads, identify occupancy factors related to various occupancy |0.5 |0.5 |1 |

| |of a multi-use building |classifications, use measuring tools, read plans, and use a calculator. | | | |

|5.3.2 |Identify the occupancy classifications of a |The ability to interpret code requirements and recognize building uses that fall into each occupancy |0.5 |0.5 |1 |

| |mixed-use building |classification. | | | |

|5.3.3 |Evaluate a building’s area, height, |The ability to identify characteristics of each type of building construction and occupancy |0.5 |0.5 |1 |

| |occupancy classification, and construction |classification. | | | |

| |type | | | | |

|5.3.4 |Evaluate fire protection systems and |The ability to recognize problems, use codes and standards, and read reports, plans, and specifications. |1 |2 |3 |

| |equipment provided for life safety and | | | | |

| |property protection | | | | |

|5.3.5 |Analyze the egress elements of a building or|The ability to calculate egress requirements, read plans, and make decisions related to the adequacy of |1 |1 |2 |

| |portion of a building |egress. | | | |

|5.3.6 |Evaluate hazardous conditions involving |The ability to observe, communicate, interpret codes, recognize problems, and make decisions. |1 |1 |2 |

| |equipment, processes, and operations | | | | |

|5.3.7 |Evaluate emergency planning and preparedness|The ability to compare submitted plans and procedures with applicable codes and standards adopted by the |0.5 |0.5 |1 |

| |procedures |jurisdiction. | | | |

|5.3.8 |Verify code compliance for storage, |The ability to identify typical fire hazards associated with processes or operations utilizing flammable |2 |2 |4 |

| |handling, and use of flammable and |and combustible liquids and to observe, communicate, interpret codes, recognize problems, and make | | | |

| |combustible liquids and gases |decisions. | | | |

|5.3.9 |Evaluate code compliance for the storage, |The ability to identify fire hazards associated with processes or operations utilizing hazardous materials|2 |2 |4 |

| |handling, and use of hazardous materials |and to observe, communicate, interpret codes, recognize problems, and make decisions. | | | |

|5.3.10 |Determine fire growth potential in a |The ability to observe, communicate, interpret codes and standards, recognize hazardous conditions, and |1 |1 |2 |

| |building or space |make decisions. | | | |

|5.3.11 |Verify compliance with construction |The ability to witness and document tests of fire protection systems and building services equipment. |0.5 |0.5 |1 |

| |documents | | | | |

|5.3.12 |Verify code compliance of heating, |The ability to observe, recognize problems, interpret codes and standards, and write reports. |0.5 |0.5 |1 |

| |ventilation, air conditioning, and other | | | | |

| |building service equipment and operations | | | | |

|5.4.1 |Classify the occupancy |The ability to read plans. |0.5 |0.5 |1 |

|5.4.2 |Compute the maximum allowable occupant load |The ability to calculate accurate occupant loads, identify occupancy factors related to various occupancy |0.5 |0.5 |1 |

| | |classifications, use measuring tools, read plans, and use a calculator. | | | |

|5.4.3 |Review the proposed installation of fire |The ability to read basic floor plans or shop drawings and identify symbols used by the jurisdiction. |0.5 |0.5 |1 |

| |protection systems | | | | |

|5.4.4 |Review the installation of fire protection |The ability to read basic floor plans or shop drawings. |0.5 |0.5 |1 |

| |systems | | | | |

|5.4.5 |Verify that means of egress elements are |The ability to read plans and research codes and standards. |1 |2 |3 |

| |provided | | | | |

|5.4.6 |Verify the construction type of a building |The ability to identify characteristics of each type of building construction. |0.5 |0.5 |1 |

| |or portion thereof | | | | |

| |TOTAL HOURS | |37.5 |42.5 |80 |

|OHIO FIRE SAFETY INSPECTOR COURSE OBJECTIVES |IFSTA |

| |PAGE NUMBERS |

|4.1 General. The Fire Inspector I shall meet the job performance requirements defined in Sections 4.2 through 4.4. In addition, the Fire Inspector I shall meet the requirements of Section 4.2 of NFPA | |

|472. | |

|4.2 Administration. This duty involves the preparation of correspondence and inspection reports, handling of complaints, and maintenance of records, as well as participation in legal proceedings and | |

|maintenance of an open dialogue with the plan examiner and emergency response personnel, according to the following job performance requirements. | |

|4.2.1 |Administration |Prepare inspection reports, given agency policy and procedures, and observations from an assigned field inspection, so that the report is|PAGES |

| | |clear and concise and reflects the findings of the inspection in accordance with the applicable codes and standards and the policies of |714-715 |

| | |the jurisdiction. | |

|Cognitive: |

|Discuss the history and development process of the Ohio Fire Code and the Ohio Building Code. |

|Outline methods to utilize the Ohio Fire Code and the Ohio Building Code. |

|Identify the common elements of an effective written report. |

|Explain the legal guidelines of fire safety inspectors. |

|Discuss the importance of field notes, sketches, diagrams, and photographs when completing a fire inspection report. |

|Psychomotor: |

|Draft an inspection report that communicates its message clearly and accurately and in a concise manner. |

|Interpret and accurately reflect the applicable codes and standards. |

|4.2.2 |Administration |Recognize the need for a permit, given a situation or condition, so that requirements for permits are communicated in accordance with the|PAGES |

| | |applicable codes and standards and the policies of the jurisdiction. |52-55 |

|Cognitive: |

|Explain the permit process. |

|Identify the need for a permit. |

|List the various types of permits. |

|Psychomotor: |

|Demonstrate the ability to provide written communication to the responsible party. |

|Explain why a permit is necessary and how to proceed with securing the necessary permit. |

|4.2.3 |Administration |Recognize the need for plan review, given a situation or condition, so that requirements for plan review are communicated in accordance |PAGES |

| | |with the applicable codes and standards and the policies of the jurisdiction. |651-653 |

|Cognitive: |

|Explain when a plan review may be required. |

|Identify the types of plan reviews. |

|Understand the type of plan review required. |

|Psychomotor: |

|Direct written correspondence to the proper responsible party. |

|Communicate why the plan review is necessary. |

|Advise party how to proceed with obtaining a plan review. |

|Adhere to the policies of the jurisdiction. |

|Page numbers referenced in this document are from Fire Inspection and Code Enforcement (8th edition) published by the International Fire Service Training Association (IFSTA). |

|4.2.4 |Administration |Investigate common complaints, given a reported situation or condition, so that complaint information is recorded, the AHJ-approved |PAGES |

| | |process is initiated, and the complaint is resolved. |51-52, |

| | | |722-724 |

|Cognitive: |

|Explain when and how to cite a code violation. |

|Discuss how to ensure that a code violation is corrected. |

|Describe how to investigate a complaint against occupancy and ensure that the complaint is resolved. |

|Psychomotor: |

|Perform a fire inspection of a structure including the following: |

|Receive the complaint with attentiveness and concern. |

|Record the complaint information for future reference. |

|Confirm or research applicable codes and standards. |

|Perform an investigation to confirm situation. |

|Resolve complaint based upon policies, codes and standards. |

|Inform complainant in writing of action taken. |

|4.2.5 |Administration |Identify the applicable code or standard, given a fire protection, fire prevention, or life safety issue, so that the applicable |PAGES |

| | |document, edition, and section are referenced. |41-50 |

|Cognitive: |

|Explain how to properly reference a code or standard. |

|Discuss how to maintain records in accordance with the appropriate laws and department policies. |

|Describe how to comply with the Freedom of Information Act request. |

|Identify the applicable code or standard. |

|Locate the proper document containing code / standard. |

|Verify the proper edition of applicable code or standard. |

|Specify the correct section of applicable code or standard. |

|4.2.6 |Administration |Participate in legal proceedings, given the findings of a field inspection or a complaint and consultation with legal counsel, so that |PAGES |

| | |all information is presented and the inspector’s demeanor is professional. |19-24 |

|Cognitive: |

|Explain the legal requirements pertaining to evidence rules in the legal system and types of legal proceedings. |

|Psychomotor: |

|Demonstrate the ability to maintain a professional courtroom demeanor, communicate, listen, and differentiate facts from opinions. |

|Page numbers referenced in this document are from Fire Inspection and Code Enforcement (8th edition) published by the International Fire Service Training Association (IFSTA). |

|4.3 Field Inspection. This duty involves fire safety inspections of new and existing structures and properties for construction, occupancy, fire protection, and exposures, according to the following job|IFSTA |

|performance requirements. |PAGE NUMBERS |

|4.3.1 |Field Inspection |This duty involves fire safety inspections of new and existing structures and properties for construction, occupancy, fire protection, |PAGES |

| | |and exposures, according to the following job performance requirements. |125-145, |

| | | |223-235 |

|Cognitive: |

|Identify occupancy classification types. |

|Outline applicable codes, regulations, and standards adopted by the jurisdiction. |

|Describe operational features and fire hazards presented by various occupancies. |

|Psychomotor: |

|Demonstrate the ability to make observations and correct decisions. |

|4.3.2 |Field Inspection |Compute the allowable occupant load of a single-use occupancy or portion thereof, given a detailed description of the occupancy, so that |PAGES |

| | |the calculated allowable occupant load is established in accordance with applicable codes and standards. |165-267, |

| | | |276 |

|Cognitive: |

|Identify occupancy classification types. |

|Outline applicable codes, regulations, and standards adopted by the jurisdiction. |

|Describe operational features and fire hazards presented by various occupancies. |

|Psychomotor: |

|Demonstrate the ability to calculate occupant loads. |

|Identify occupancy factors related to various occupancy classifications. |

|Utilize measuring tools, and make field sketches. |

|4.3.3 |Field Inspection |Inspect means of egress elements, given observations made during a field inspection of an existing building, so that means of egress |PAGES |

| | |elements are maintained in compliance with applicable codes and standards and deficiencies are identified, documented, and reported in |241-265 |

| | |accordance with the applicable codes and standards and the policies of the jurisdiction. | |

|Cognitive: |

|List applicable codes and standards adopted by the jurisdiction related to means of egress elements. |

|Outline the maintenance requirements of egress elements, types of construction, occupancy egress requirements, and the relationship of fixed fire protection systems to egress requirements and to approved means of egress |

|elements, including, but not limited to, doors, hardware, and lights. |

|Psychomotor: |

|Demonstrate the ability to observe and recognize problems. |

|Calculate egress capacity relative to occupancy load and make basic decisions related to means of egress. |

|Utilize measuring tools, and make field sketches. |

|Page numbers referenced in this document are from Fire Inspection and Code Enforcement (8th edition) published by the International Fire Service Training Association (IFSTA). |

|4.3.4 |Field Inspection |Verify the type of construction for an addition or remodeling project, given field observations or a description of the project and the |PAGES |

| | |materials being used, so that the construction type is identified and recorded in accordance with the applicable codes and standards and |116-125, |

| | |the policies of the jurisdiction. |153-168, |

| | | |194-216 |

|Cognitive: |

|List applicable codes and standards adopted by the jurisdiction. |

|Describe types of construction, rated construction components, and accepted building construction methods and materials. |

|Psychomotor: |

|Demonstrate the ability to read plans, make decisions, and apply codes and standards. |

|4.3.5 |Field Inspection |Determine the operational readiness of existing fixed fire suppression systems, given test documentation and field observations, so that |PAGES |

| | |the systems are in an operational state, maintenance is documented, and deficiencies are identified, documented, and reported in |504-538, |

| | |accordance with the applicable codes and standards and the policies of the jurisdiction. |564-584 |

|Cognitive: |

|Describe the components and operation of fixed fire suppression systems and the applicable codes and standards. |

|Psychomotor: |

|Demonstrate the ability to observe, make decisions, recognize problems, and read reports. |

|4.3.6 |Field Inspection |Determine the operational readiness of existing fire detection and alarm systems, given test documentation and field observations, so |PAGES |

| | |that the systems are in an operational state, maintenance is documented, and deficiencies are identified, documented, and reported in |608-641 |

| | |accordance with the policies of the jurisdiction. | |

|Cognitive: |

|Describe the basic components and operation of fire detection and alarm systems and devices and the applicable codes and standards. |

|Psychomotor: |

|Demonstrate the ability to observe, make decisions, recognize problems, and read reports. |

|4.3.7 |Field Inspection |Determine the operational readiness of existing portable fire extinguishers, given field observations and test documentation, so that the|PAGES |

| | |equipment is in an operational state, maintenance is documented, and deficiencies are identified, documented, and reported in accordance |588-600 |

| | |with the policies of the jurisdiction. | |

|Cognitive: |

|Describe the basic components and operation of portable fire extinguishers, including their components and placement, and applicable codes and standards. |

|Psychomotor: |

|Demonstrate the ability to observe, make decisions, recognize problems, and read reports. |

|Page numbers referenced in this document are from Fire Inspection and Code Enforcement (8th edition) published by the International Fire Service Training Association (IFSTA). |

|4.3.8 |Field Inspection |Recognize hazardous conditions involving equipment, processes, and operations, given field observations, so that the equipment, |PAGES |

| | |processes, or operations are conducted and maintained in accordance with applicable codes and standards and deficiencies are identified, |73-108, |

| | |documented, and reported in accordance with the applicable codes and standards and the policies of the jurisdiction. |308-334, |

| | | |379-430, |

| | | |449 |

|Cognitive: |

|Outline the practices and techniques of code compliance inspections. |

|Discuss fire behavior, fire prevention practices, ignition sources, safe housekeeping practices, and classification of hazardous materials. |

|Psychomotor: |

|Demonstrate the ability to observe, make decisions, recognize problems, and read reports. |

|4.3.9 |Field Inspection |Compare an approved plan to an existing fire protection system, given approved plans and field observations, so that any modifications to|PAGES |

| | |the system are identified, documented, and reported in accordance with the applicable codes and standards and the policies of the |655-659 |

| | |jurisdiction. | |

|Cognitive: |

|List and define the various fire protection symbols and terminology. |

|Psychomotor: |

|Demonstrate the ability to read and comprehend plans for fire protection systems, observe, communicate, apply codes and standards, recognize problems, and make decisions. |

|4.3.10 |Field Inspection |Verify that emergency planning and preparedness measures are in place and have been practiced, given field observations, copies of |PAGES |

| | |emergency plans, and records of exercises, so that plans are prepared and exercises have been performed in accordance with applicable |720-725 |

| | |codes and standards and deficiencies are identified, documented, and reported in accordance with the applicable codes and standards and | |

| | |the policies of the jurisdiction. | |

|Cognitive: |

|Outline the requirements relative to emergency evacuation drills that are required within the jurisdiction. |

|Describe ways to conduct and / or evaluate fire drills in various occupancies. |

|Discuss human behavior during fires and other emergencies. |

|Psychomotor: |

|Identify the emergency evacuation requirements contained in the applicable codes and standards and interpret plans and reports. |

|4.3.11 |Field Inspection |Inspect emergency access for an existing site, given field observations, so that the required access for emergency responders is |PAGES |

| | |maintained and deficiencies are identified, documented, and corrected in accordance with the applicable codes, standards, and policies of|285-299 |

| | |the jurisdiction. | |

|Cognitive: |

|Outline the applicable codes and standards, the policies of the jurisdiction, and emergency access and accessibility requirements. |

|Psychomotor: |

|Identify the emergency access requirements contained in the applicable codes and standards, observe, make decisions, and use measuring tools. |

|Page numbers referenced in this document are from Fire Inspection and Code Enforcement (8th edition) published by the International Fire Service Training Association (IFSTA). |

|4.3.12 |Field Inspection |Verify code compliance for incidental storage, handling, and use of flammable and combustible liquids and gases, given field observations|PAGES |

| | |and inspection guidelines from the AHJ, so that applicable codes and standards are addressed and deficiencies are identified, documented,|308, |

| | |and reported in accordance with the applicable codes and standards and the policies of the jurisdiction. |313-317 |

|Cognitive: |

|Discuss the classification, properties, labeling, storage, handling, and use of incidental amounts of flammable and combustible liquids and gases. |

|Psychomotor: |

|Observe, communicate, apply codes and standards, recognize problems, and make decisions. |

|4.3.13 |Field Inspection |Verify code compliance for incidental storage, handling, and use of hazardous materials, given field observations, so that applicable |PAGES |

| | |codes and standards for each hazardous material encountered are addressed and deficiencies are identified, documented, and reported in |308, |

| | |accordance with the applicable codes and standards and the policies of the jurisdiction. |319-334, |

| | | |379-438 |

|Cognitive: |

|Discuss the classification, properties, labeling, transportation, storage, handling, and use of hazardous materials. |

|Psychomotor: |

|Observe, communicate, apply codes and standards, recognize problems, and make decisions. |

|4.3.14 |Field Inspection |Recognize a hazardous fire growth potential in a building or space, given field observations, so that the hazardous conditions are |PAGES |

| | |identified, documented, and reported in accordance with the applicable codes and standards and the policies of the jurisdiction. |99-108, |

| | | |319-334 |

|Cognitive: |

|Discuss basic fire behavior; flame spread and smoke development ratings of contents, interior finishes, building construction elements, decorations, decorative materials, and furnishings; and safe housekeeping practices.|

|Psychomotor: |

|Observe, communicate, apply codes and standards, recognize problems, and make decisions. |

|4.3.15 |Field Inspection |Determine code compliance, given the codes, standards, and policies of the jurisdiction and a fire protection issue, so that the |PAGES |

| | |applicable codes, standards, and policies are identified and compliance is determined. |308-334 |

|Cognitive: |

|Discuss basic fire behavior; flame spread and smoke development ratings of contents, interior finishes, building construction elements, decorations, decorative materials, and furnishings; and safe housekeeping practices.|

|Psychomotor: |

|Observe, communicate, apply codes and standards, recognize problems, and make decisions. |

|4.3.16 |Field Inspection |Verify fire flows for a site, given fire flow test results and water supply data, so that required fire flows are in accordance with |PAGES |

| | |applicable codes and standards and deficiencies are identified, documented, and reported in accordance with the applicable codes and |466-492 |

| | |standards and the policies of the jurisdiction. | |

|Cognitive: |

|Describe the types of water distribution systems and other water sources in the local community, water distribution system testing, characteristics of public and private water supply systems, and flow testing procedures.|

|Psychomotor: |

|Demonstrate the ability to use Pitot tubes, gauges, and other data gathering devices as well as calculate and graph fire flow results. |

|Page numbers referenced in this document are from Fire Inspection and Code Enforcement (8th edition) published by the International Fire Service Training Association (IFSTA). |

|5.1 General. The Fire Inspector II shall meet the job performance requirements defined in Chapter 4 and Sections 5.2 through 5.4. |IFSTA |

| |PAGE NUMBERS |

|5.2 Administration. This duty involves conducting research, interpreting codes, implementing policy, testifying at legal proceedings, and creating forms and job aids, according to the following job | |

|performance requirements. | |

|5.2.1 |Administration |Process a permit application, given a specific request, so that the application is evaluated and a permit is issued or denied in |PAGES |

| | |accordance with the applicable codes, standards, policies, and procedures of the jurisdiction. |65-67 |

|Cognitive: |

|Describe the permit application process and applicable codes, standards, policies, and procedures of the jurisdiction. |

|5.2.2 |Administration |Process a plan review application, given a specific request, so that the application is evaluated and processed in accordance with the |PAGES |

| | |applicable codes and standards and the policies of the jurisdiction. |660-665 |

|Cognitive: |

|Explain the plan review application process, code requirements of the jurisdiction, and policies and procedures of the jurisdiction. |

|Psychomotor: |

|Demonstrate the ability to communicate orally and in writing on matters related to code requirements, policies, and procedures of the jurisdiction. |

|5.2.3 |Administration |Investigate complex complaints, given a reported situation or condition, so that complaint information is recorded, the investigation |PAGES |

| | |process is initiated, and the complaint is resolved in accordance with the applicable codes and standards and the policies of the |728-729 |

| | |jurisdiction. | |

|Cognitive: |

|Outline the applicable codes and standards adopted by the jurisdiction and policies of the jurisdiction. |

|Psychomotor: |

|Demonstrate the ability to interpret codes and standards, recognize problems, and refer complaints to other agencies when required. |

|5.2.4 |Administration |Recommend modifications to the adopted codes and standards of the jurisdiction, given a fire safety issue, so that the proposed |PAGES |

| | |modifications address the problem, need, or deficiency. |34-36, |

| | | |62-65 |

|Cognitive: |

|Outline the state statutes or local ordinances establishing or empowering the agency to adopt, enforce, and revise codes and standards. |

|Discuss the legal instruments establishing or adopting codes and standards. |

|Describe the development and adoption process for fire and life safety legislation or regulations. |

|Psychomotor: |

|Demonstrate the ability to recognize problems, collect and develop potential solutions, and identify cost / risk benefits. |

|5.2.5 |Administration |Recommend policies and procedures for the delivery of inspection services, given management objectives, so that inspections are conducted|PAGES |

| | |in accordance with the policies of the jurisdiction and due process of the law is followed. |34-36 |

|Cognitive: |

|Describe the policies and procedures of the jurisdiction related to code enforcement as well as sources of detailed and technical information relating to fire protection and life safety. |

|Psychomotor: |

|Demonstrate the ability to identify approved construction methods and materials related to fire safety, read and interpret construction plans and specifications, educate, conduct research, make decisions, recognize |

|problems, and resolve conflicts. |

|Page numbers referenced in this document are from Fire Inspection and Code Enforcement (8th edition) published by the International Fire Service Training Association (IFSTA). |

|5.3 Field Inspection. This duty involves code enforcement inspections and analyses of new and existing structures and properties for construction, occupancy, fire protection, and exposures, according to|IFSTA |

|the following job performance requirements. |PAGE NUMBERS |

|5.3.1 |Field Inspection |Compute the maximum allowable occupant load of a multi-use building, given field observations or a description of its uses, so that the |PAGES |

| | |maximum allowable occupant load calculation is in accordance with applicable codes and standards. |268-279, |

| | | |277-279 |

|Cognitive: |

|Explain how to calculate occupant loads for an occupancy and for building use; and code requirements, regulations, operational features, and fire hazards presented by various occupancies. |

|Psychomotor: |

|Demonstrate the ability to calculate occupant loads, identify occupancy factors related to various occupancy classifications, use measuring tools, read plans, and use a calculator. |

|5.3.2 |Field Inspection |Identify the occupancy classifications of a mixed-use building, given a description of the uses, so that each area is classified in |PAGES |

| | |accordance with applicable codes and standards. |146-148, |

| | | |268-273 |

|Cognitive: |

|Outline various occupancy classifications, applicable codes and standards, operational features, and fire hazards presented by various occupancies. |

|Psychomotor: |

|Demonstrate the ability to interpret code requirements and recognize building uses that fall into each occupancy classification. |

|5.3.3 |Field Inspection |Evaluate a building’s area, height, occupancy classification, and construction type, given an approved set of plans and construction |PAGES |

| | |features, so that it is verified that the building is in accordance with applicable codes and standards. |171-187, |

| | | |268-273 |

|Cognitive: |

|Discuss building construction with emphasis on fire-rated construction, evaluation of methods of construction and assemblies for fire rating, analysis of test results, and manufacturer’s specifications. |

|Psychomotor: |

|Demonstrate the ability to identify characteristics of each type of building construction and occupancy classification. |

|5.3.4 |Field Inspection |Evaluate fire protection systems and equipment provided for life safety and property protection, given field observations of the facility|PAGES |

| | |and documentation, the hazards protected, and the system specifications, so that the fire protection systems provided are approved for |538-556, |

| | |the occupancy or hazard being protected. |642-647 |

|Cognitive: |

|Outline the applicable codes and standards for fire protection systems. |

|Discuss basic physical science as it relates to fire behavior and fire suppression. |

|Describe the implications and hazards associated with system operation. |

|Describe various installation techniques and acceptance inspections, testing and reports of maintenance of completed installations, and use and function of various systems. |

|Psychomotor: |

|Demonstrate the ability to recognize problems, use codes and standards, and read reports, plans, and specifications. |

|Page numbers referenced in this document are from Fire Inspection and Code Enforcement (8th edition) published by the International Fire Service Training Association (IFSTA). |

|5.3.5 |Field Inspection |Analyze the egress elements of a building or portion of a building, given observations made during a field inspection, so that means of |PAGES |

| | |egress elements are provided and located in accordance with applicable codes and standards and deficiencies are identified, documented, |268-275 |

| | |and reported in accordance with the policies of the jurisdiction. | |

|Cognitive: |

|List the acceptable means of egress devices. |

|Psychomotor: |

|Demonstrate the ability to calculate egress requirements, read plans, and make decisions related to the adequacy of egress. |

|5.3.6 |Field Inspection |Evaluate hazardous conditions involving equipment, processes, and operations, given field observations and documentation, so that the |PAGES |

| | |equipment, processes, or operations are installed in accordance with applicable codes and standards and deficiencies are identified, |48-51, |

| | |documented, and reported in accordance with the policies of the jurisdiction. |335-374, |

| | | |449-451, |

| | | |455-459 |

|Cognitive: |

|Describe the applicable codes and standards, accepted fire protection practices, fire behavior, ignition sources, safe housekeeping practices, and additional reference materials related to protection of hazardous |

|processes and code enforcement. |

|Psychomotor: |

|Demonstrate the ability to observe, communicate, interpret codes, recognize problems, and make decisions. |

|5.3.7 |Field Inspection |Evaluate emergency planning and preparedness procedures, given existing or proposed plans and procedures and applicable codes and |PAGES |

| | |standards, so that compliance is determined. |729-731 |

|Cognitive: |

|Outline the occupancy requirements for emergency evacuation plans, fire safety programs for crowd control, roles of agencies and individuals in implementation and development of emergency plans. |

|Psychomotor: |

|Demonstrate the ability to compare submitted plans and procedures with applicable codes and standards adopted by the jurisdiction. |

|5.3.8 |Field Inspection |Verify code compliance for storage, handling, and use of flammable and combustible liquids and gases, given field observations and |PAGES |

| | |inspection guidelines from the authority having jurisdiction, so that deficiencies are identified, documented, and reported in accordance|48-51, |

| | |with the applicable codes and standards and the policies of the jurisdiction. |335-374, |

| | | |538-557 |

|Cognitive: |

|Discuss the properties and hazards of flammable and combustible liquids. |

|Describe material safety data sheets. |

|Outline the safe handling practices, applicable codes and standards, fire protection systems and equipment approved for the material, fire behavior, safety procedures, and storage compatibility. |

|Psychomotor: |

|Demonstrate the ability to identify typical fire hazards associated with processes or operations utilizing flammable and combustible liquids. |

|Observe, communicate, interpret codes, recognize problems, and make decisions. |

|Page numbers referenced in this document are from Fire Inspection and Code Enforcement (8th edition) published by the International Fire Service Training Association (IFSTA). |

|5.3.9 |Field Inspection |Evaluate code compliance for the storage, handling, and use of hazardous materials, given field observations, so that deficiencies are |PAGES |

| | |identified, documented, and reported in accordance with the applicable codes and standards and the policies of the jurisdiction. |48-51, |

| | | |352-373, |

| | | |451-458 |

|Cognitive: |

|Discuss the properties and hazards of flammable and combustible liquids. |

|Describe material safety data sheets. |

|Outline the safe handling practices, applicable codes and standards, fire protection systems and equipment approved for the material, fire behavior, safety procedures, and storage compatibility. |

|Psychomotor: |

|Demonstrate the ability to identify fire hazards associated with processes or operations utilizing hazardous materials. |

|Observe, communicate, interpret codes, recognize problems, and make decisions. |

|5.3.10 |Field Inspection |Determine fire growth potential in a building or space, given field observations or plans, so that the contents, interior finish, and |PAGES |

| | |construction elements are evaluated for compliance, and deficiencies are identified, documented, and corrected in accordance with the |48-51, |

| | |applicable codes and standards and the policies of the jurisdiction. |171-187 |

|Cognitive: |

|Describe basic fire behavior; flame spread and smoke development ratings of contents, interior finishes, building construction elements, decorations, decorative materials, and furnishings; and safe housekeeping |

|practices. |

|Psychomotor: |

|Demonstrate the ability to observe, communicate, interpret codes and standards, recognize hazardous conditions, and make decisions. |

|5.3.11 |Field Inspection |Verify compliance with construction documents, given a performance-based design, so that life safety systems and building services |PAGES |

| | |equipment are installed, inspected, and tested to perform as described in the engineering documents and the operations and maintenance |268-274, |

| | |manual that accompanies the design, so that deficiencies are identified, documented, and reported in accordance with the applicable codes|335-373, |

| | |and standards and the policies of the jurisdiction. |540-556 |

|Cognitive: |

|Explain the applicable codes and standards for installation and testing of fire protection systems, means of egress, and building services equipment. |

|Psychomotor: |

|Demonstrate the ability to witness and document tests of fire protection systems and building services equipment. |

|5.3.12 |Field Inspection |Verify code compliance of heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and other building service equipment and operations, given field |PAGES |

| | |observations, so that the systems and other equipment are maintained in accordance with applicable codes and standards and deficiencies |228-236, |

| | |are identified, documented, and reported in accordance with the policies of the jurisdiction. |335-351 |

|Cognitive: |

|Outline the types, installation, maintenance, and use of building service equipment. |

|Describe the operation of smoke and heat vents; installation of kitchen cooking equipment (including hoods and ducts), laundry chutes, elevators, and escalators. |

|List the applicable codes and standards adopted by the jurisdiction. |

|Psychomotor: |

|Demonstrate the ability to observe, recognize problems, interpret codes and standards, and write reports. |

|Page numbers referenced in this document are from Fire Inspection and Code Enforcement (8th edition) published by the International Fire Service Training Association (IFSTA). |

|5.4 Plans Review. This duty involves field verification of shop drawings, plans, and construction documents to ensure that they meet the intent of applicable codes and standards for fire and life |IFSTA |

|safety, according to the following job performance requirements. |PAGE NUMBERS |

|5.4.1 |Plans Review |Classify the occupancy, given a set of plans, specifications, and a description of a building, so that the classification is made in |PAGES |

| | |accordance with the applicable codes and standards and the policies of the jurisdiction. |268-274, |

| | | |666-686 |

|Cognitive: |

|Explain occupancy classification, applicable codes and standards, regulations, operational features, and fire hazards presented by various occupancies. |

|Psychomotor: |

|Demonstrate the ability to read plans. |

|5.4.2 |Plans Review |Compute the maximum allowable occupant load, given a floor plan of a building or portion of the building, so that the calculated occupant|PAGES |

| | |load is in accordance with the applicable codes and standards and the policies of the jurisdiction. |277-279, |

| | | |683-687 |

|Cognitive: |

|Explain how to calculate occupant loads for an occupancy and building use. |

|Discuss code requirements, regulations, operational features such as fixed seating, and fire hazards presented by various occupancies. |

|Psychomotor: |

|Demonstrate the ability to calculate accurate occupant loads, identify occupancy factors related to various occupancy classifications, use measuring tools, read plans, and use a calculator. |

|5.4.3 |Plans Review |Review the proposed installation of fire protection systems, given shop drawings and system specifications for a process or operation, so|PAGES |

| | |that the system is reviewed for code compliance and installed in accordance with the approved drawings, and deficiencies are identified, |477-492, |

| | |documented, and reported in accordance with the applicable codes and standards and the policies of the jurisdiction. |538-556, |

| | | |594-597, |

| | | |642-646, |

| | | |666-686 |

|Cognitive: |

|Outline the proper selection, distribution, location, and testing of portable fire extinguishers. |

|Describe the methods used to evaluate the operational readiness of water supply systems used for fire protection including the evaluation and testing of automatic sprinkler, water spray, standpipe systems and fire pumps,|

|fixed fire suppression systems, and automatic fire detection alarm systems and devices. |

|Psychomotor: |

|Demonstrate the ability to read basic floor plans or shop drawings and identify symbols used by the jurisdiction. |

|Page numbers referenced in this document are from Fire Inspection and Code Enforcement (8th edition) published by the International Fire Service Training Association (IFSTA). |

|5.4.4 |Plans Review |Review the installation of fire protection systems, given an installed system, shop drawings, and system specifications for a process or |PAGES |

| | |operation, so that the system is reviewed for code compliance and installed in accordance with the approved drawings, and deficiencies |538-556, |

| | |are identified, documented, and reported in accordance with the applicable codes and standards and the policies of the jurisdiction. |594-597, |

| | | |642-646, |

| | | |566-586 |

|Cognitive: |

|Discuss the proper selection, distribution, location, and testing of portable fire extinguishers. |

|Describe the methods used to evaluate the operational readiness of water supply systems used for fire protection including the evaluation and testing of automatic sprinkler, water spray, standpipe systems and fire pumps,|

|fixed fire suppression systems, and automatic fire detection alarm systems and devices. |

|Psychomotor: |

|Demonstrate the ability to read basic floor plans or shop drawings. |

|5.4.5 |Plans Review |Verify that means of egress elements are provided, given a floor plan of a building or portion of a building, so that all elements are |PAGES |

| | |identified and checked against applicable codes and standards and deficiencies are discovered and communicated in accordance with the |268-274, |

| | |policies of the jurisdiction. |683-686 |

|Cognitive: |

|Discuss the applicable codes and standards adopted by the jurisdiction, the identification of standard symbols used in plans, and field verification practices. |

|Psychomotor: |

|Demonstrate the ability to read plans and research codes and standards. |

|5.4.6 |Plans Review |Verify the construction type of a building or portion thereof, given a set of approved plans and specifications, so that the construction|PAGES |

| | |type complies with the approved plans and applicable codes and standards. |171-187, |

| | | |220-235 |

|Cognitive: |

|Discuss building construction with emphasis on fire-rated construction. |

|Outline the evaluation methods of construction and assemblies for fire rating, analysis of test results, and manufacturer’s specifications. |

|Psychomotor: |

|Demonstrate the ability to identify characteristics of each type of building construction. |

|Page numbers referenced in this document are from Fire Inspection and Code Enforcement (8th edition) published by the International Fire Service Training Association (IFSTA). |

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