City of Madison

Fire Department
Training
Inspections Apprenticeship
MFD References: Policy and Procedures 4.1, 4.2, 4.3
MFD Inspection Bureau
MFD Code Inspection sheets for Company Inspections
MFD Violations Code spreadsheet
NFPA References: 1001, 1500, 220, 71, 72
Essentials of Firefighting & Fire Dept Ops 5 th Edition, Chapters 20, 4, 16

I. TOPIC: Inspection Practices

II. Goal/Scope
A. All Apprentice firefighters will complete this assignment as a
requirement for their apprenticeship.
B. Upon completion, the apprentice firefighter will have a broader
knowledge and comprehensive approach to Fire Inspections that
will be more extensive than at the company level.
III. Learning Objectives
A. Apprentice firefighter will identify and describe methods
approaching a more complex inspection.
B. The apprentice will accompany a fire inspector on a building
inspection of a more complex nature.
1. The building will be picked out by the inspector for your
territory.
2. The building will be from your assigned territory.
3. Apprentice will use violations from complex inspection and
utilize them for their outline and presentation.
C. Apprentice firefighter will report and elaborate on fire inspections
with five different violations.
1. Use five (5) inspections:
a) At least two of five will be from Complex Inspections.
b) Three (3) others can be from assigned company
inspections.
2. Each example must be different.
3. Apprentice will write about the five examples and cover:
a) What is the violation?
b) The correction needed?
 c) Explain, if uncorrected, how it is a detriment to life
safety and fire operations.
IV. Assignment Expectations: Outline and Drill Implementation
A. Outline will identify and describe inspection practices in the Fire
Service and MFD.
1. Will be used for drill presentation.
2. Include your five examples in the outline.
3. Outline will be pre-approved by Training and assigned officer
before drill presentation.
B. Drill will demonstrate will how each violation, if uncorrected, could
affect fire fighting practices.
V. Noted Completion
A. Completion will be acknowledged when:
1. Outline for drill is OKd by assigned Lieutenant and
Training Captain.
2. Hard copy outline, inspection examples, and report are
handed in via inter d.
3. Assigned Lieutenant sends e-mail to acknowledge drill
presentation and completion.
VI. Suggested Timeline
A. 1st month: Inspections and report
B. 2nd month: Outline approved by Training
C. 3rd month: Drill presentation
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Short Description Text of violation violation"
Exit, exit access and exit discharge doors shall be readily openable from the exit side without the
Locks and Latches
use of a key or special knowledge or effort. IFC 1008.1.9
The exit, exit access and exit discharge shall be free of obstructions that would prevent it's use,
Obstructions - Exit, Exit Access & Exit Discharge
including the accumulation of snow and ice. IFC 1030.3
Maintain Emergency Lighting Emergency lighting shall be maintained in accordance with this section. IFC 1006.3
Exit Sign Illumination Exit signs shall be illuminated at all times. IFC 1011.4

In public areas of Business & Mercantile, the minimum clear aisle width shall be determined by
Aisle width, public areas
Sec. 1005.1 for the occupant load served, but shall not be less than 36 inches.
IFC 1017.2

Nonpublic aisles, of Business and Mercantile Occupancies, serving less than 50 people and not
Aisle width, nonpublic areas
required to be accessible need not exceed 28 inches in width.
IFC 1017.2
Corridor Width The minimum corridor width shall not be less than 44 inches. IFC 1018.2
A stair exit enclosure shall not be used for any purpose other than a means of exit and exit
Stairway Exit Enclosures
access. IFC 1022.1

Enclosures under stairways
Provide fire extinguishers as per code
Fire extinguishers shall be maintained.
The walls and soffits within enclosed usable spaces under enclosed and unenclosed stairways
shall be protected by 1-hour fire-resistance-rated construction, or the fire-resistance rating of
the stairway enclosure, whichever is greater. Access to the enclosed usable space shall not be
directly from within the stair enclosure.
IFC 1009.6.3
Provide fire extinguishers as per code. IFC 906.1
Fire extinguishers shall be maintained annually, or after each use, by a certified person. See
MGO 34.906(3). IFC 906.2

Fire extinguishers, obstructed or obscured
Fire extinguishers shall be on Hangers or bracket
Fire Emergency/Evacuation Guides - Apartments
Inspection, testing and maintenance of fire protec
Fire alarm pull stations visible & accessible
Fire alarm annual testing
Provide smoke alarms
Replace battery operated smoke alarms - 8/15/09.
Fire extinguishers shall not be obstructed or obscured from view. In rooms or areas in which
visual obstruction cannot be completely avoided, means shall be provided to indicate the
locations of extinguishers.
IFC 906.6
Hand-held portable fire extinguishers, not housed in cabinets, shall be installed on hangers or
brackets. Hangers or brackets shall be securely anchored.
IFC 906.7
Apartment buildings & condominiums are required to provide a fire emergency guide to each
dwelling unit. Find attached our Guide for the Development of Fire Evacuation Plans. Fire
emergency guides (which include a fire safety and evacuation plan) shall be prepared &
submitted to the Madison Fire Dept. at 325 W Johnson St. Madison, WI 53703, or faxed to the
Fire Prevention Div. at 608-267-1153.
IFC 408.9
Fire detection, alarm and extinguishing systems shall be maintained in an operative condition at
all times, and shall be replaced or repaired where defective.
IFC 901.6
Manual fire alarm boxes shall be unobstructed and accessible at all times. NFPA 72 5.13.5
Fire alarm systems and its components must be tested at least annually, including but not limited
to fire alarm boxes, audible devices, batteries, and smoke detectors. (2002 Edition ) Mail a copy
of the annual report to the Madison Fire Dept. at 325 W Johnson St. Madison, WI 53703, or fax it
to the Fire Prevention Div. at 608-267-1153.
NFPA 72 10.4.4
Provide smoke alarms in the following locations: SPS 362.0907
Replace battery operated smoke alarms with a smoke alarm that is powered by a non-
replaceable, non-removable battery capable of powering the smoke alarm for a minimum of 10
years or a smoke alarm with two independent power sources consisting of a primary source that
uses commercial light and power and a secondary source that consists of a non-rechargeable or
rechargeable battery.
MGO 34.907
Smoke Alarm Maintenance
Kitchen hood fire-extinguishing systems maintained
Kitchen hood system fire extinguishing systems
Kitchen Exhaust Hood Cleaning mod. volume (0039)
FD connections shall be inspected quarterly.
Fire Suppression system valves monitored/chained
Replace damaged/corroded/painted sprinkler heads
All smoke alarms shall be maintained in good working order. MGO 34.907(3(c)
Cooking equipment shall not be operated while its fire-extinguishing system or exhaust system is
nonoperational or otherwise impaired. NFPA 96 11.1.6
Automatic fire-extinguishing systems for commercial cooking systems shall be serviced at least
every 6 months and after use by qualified individuals. IFC 904.11.6.2
The entire exhaust system, which serve moderate volume cooking operations, shall be inspected
for grease buildup by a properly trained, qualified, & certified company or person(s) acceptable
to the authority having jurisdiction semi-annually. The contaminated portions of the exhaust
system shall be cleaned by a properly trained, qualified, & certified company or person(s)
acceptable to the AHJ.
NFPA 96 11.4 & 6
Fire department connections shall be inspected quarterly. The inspection shall verify the
following: The fire department connections are visible and accessible, couplings or swivels are
not damaged and rotate smoothly, plugs or caps are in place and undamaged, gaskets are in
place and in good condition, identification signs are in place, the check valve is not leaking.
NFPA 25 13.7.1
Each normally open valve shall be secured by means of a seal or a lock or shall be electrically
supervised in accordance with the applicable NFPA standards.
NFPA 25 13.3.1.3
Sprinklers shall be inspected from the floor level annually. Sprinkler shall be free from corrosion,
foreign materials, paint, and physical damage and shall be installed in the proper orientation.
Any sprinkler shall be replaced that is painted, corroded, damaged, loaded, or in the improper
orientation.
NFPA 25 5.2.1

Provide minimum of 6 spare sprinkler & wrench
Testing and maintenance of auto sprinklers
Storage - ceiling and sprinkler clearance.
Kitchen Exhaust Hood Cleaning-high volume (0032)
Standpipe hose maintained.
The stock of spare sprinklers shall include all types and ratings installed and shall be as follows:
(1) For systems having less than 300 sprinklers, not fewer than six sprinklers. (2) For systems with
300 to 1000 sprinklers, not fewer than 12 sprinklers. (3) For systems with over 1000 sprinklers,
not fewer than 24 sprinklers. Special sprinkler wrench shall also be provided & kept in the
cabinet.
NFPA 13 6.2.9.5 &
6
Automatic fire sprinkler systems shall be inspected, tested and maintained as specified in NFPA
25 Weekly/Monthly/Quarterly work shall be done by a qualified individual. Annual and 5 year
inspection/testing work shall be completed by a SPS 305 licensed person.
IFC 903.5
Storage shall be maintained 2 feet or more below the ceiling in nonsprinklered areas of buildings
or a minimum of 18 inches below sprinkler head deflectors in sprinklered areas of buildings.
IFC 315.2.1
The entire exhaust system, which serve high volume cooking operations, shall be inspected for
grease buildup by a properly trained, qualified, & certified company or person(s) acceptable to
the authority having jurisdiction quarterly. The contaminated portions of the exhaust system
shall be cleaned by a properly trained, qualified, & certified company or person(s) acceptable to
the AHJ..
NFPA 96.11.4 & 6
All standpipe hose shall be maintained in accordance with NFPA 1962. All standpipe hose shall
be service tested within five years of installation and not to exceed every three years after that.
Hose shall be unracked, inspected and reracked as least annually.
NFPA 25 Table 6.1
 Property owners shall remove snow, vegetation or other material that has covered or obscured
the view of the hydrant(s) located on their property, incl the terrace area. No obstructions,
Hydrant obstruction including but not limited to power poles, trees, bushes, fences or posts may be located within 5 ft
of a fire hydrant. Grade changes exceeding 1 ft are not permitted within 5 ft of a fire hydrant or
hydrant lead.
MGO 34.507(1) (g)
Hydrant testing. Hydrants shall be tested annually to ensure proper functioning. NFPA 25 7.3.2
Fire doors and smoke barrier doors shall not be blocked or obstructed or otherwise be made
Fire doors shall be kept in the closed position
inoperable. IFC 703.2

Swinging fire doors shall close from the full-open position and latch automatically. The door
Fire doors shall close & latch or fire doors shall
closer shall exert enough force to close and latch the door from any partially open position.
IFC 703.2.3

The required fire-resistance rating of fire-resistance-rated construction (including walls, ceilings,

Fire-Resistance-Rated Construction, maintenance of fire stops, shaft enclosures, partitions and floors) shall be maintained. Holes and penetrations
must be sealed with a listed/tested assembly.
IFC 703.1

All swinging fire doors weights shall be enclosed in a substantial metal enclosure, or other
SWINGING FIRE DOOR - WEIGHT ENCLOSURE
approved material, for their entire length of travel. (NFPA 80 A- 7-4.1)
NFPA 80 7-4.1

Extension cords shall only be used for temporary wiring and shall not be substituted for
permanent wiring. Extension cords shall be permitted only with portable appliances, hand tools
Discontinue use of extension cords
or fixtures. Relocatable power taps are permitted only with portable electronic equipment such
as audio-visual equipment, computers and peripheral equipment.
MGO 34.605(1)

Electrical equipment work spaces and clearances
Electrical shall be covered and installed
Circuit Breakers shall be identified.
Emergency & standby power systems maintained
Extension Cords, physical protection
Portable, electric space heaters
High Piled License, Permit Required
Operational permits (license) required
Required fire prevention licenses, posted
A working space of not less than 30 inches in width, 36 inches in depth and 78 inches in height
shall be provided in front of electrical service equipment. Where the electrical service equipment
is wider than 30 inches, the working space shall not be less than the width of the equipment. No
storage of any materials shall be located within the designated working space.
IFC 605.3
Open junction boxes and open-wiring splices shall be prohibited. Approved covers shall be
provided for all switch and electrical outlet boxes. IFC 605.6
Circuit breakers shall be identified on the face or inside of the panel door to indicate the
equipment, circuit, rooms, etc. served by breaker. NFPA 70 Art. 408.4
Emergency and standby power systems shall be maintained. IFC 604.3
Extension cords and flexible cords shall not be affixed to structures, extended through walls,
ceilings or floors, or under doors or floor coverings, nor shall such cords be subject to
environmental damage or physical impact.
IFC 605.5
Portable, electric space heaters shall comply with the following: Shall be listed and labeled.
Shall be plugged directly into an approved receptacle. Shall not be plugged into extension
cords. Shall not be operated within 3 ft of any combustible materials. Shall be operated only
in locations for which they are listed.
IFC 605.10
An operational permit is required to use a building or portion thereof as a high-piled storage area
exceeding 500 square feet (46 m2). Submit a High-Piled Combustible Storage License application,
fee and three sets of plans and specification.
IFC 105.6.22
A fire prevention license shall be obtained from the Madison Fire Department. A license
application is enclosed. Submit the completed applications, and fees to the Madison Fire
Department.
IFC 105.1.1
Required fire prevention licenses shall be kept on the premises and available for review by the
fire department. IFC 105.3.5

Decorations and trim
NC - Address Numbers
"No Smoking Signs"
Adequately secure cylinders
Waste accumulation prohibited
Combustible rubbish & waste in apartment buildings
Dumpster Capacity exceeding 1.5 cubic yards
Dumpster Capacity exceeding 5.33 cubic feet
In occupancies of assembly, educational, institutional, boarding houses (transient) and
hotels/motels, and dormitories, decorative materials suspended from walls or ceilings shall be
flame resistant in accordance with Section 806.2 and NFPA 701 or be noncombustible.
IFC 807.1
New and existing buildings shall have approved address numbers, building numbers, or approved
building identification placed in a position to be plainly legible and visible from the street or road
fronting the property. These numbers shall contrast with their background. Numbers shall be a
minimum of 4 inches (102 mm) high with a minimum stroke width of 0.5 inch (12.7 mm).
IFC 505.1
The Fire code official is authorized to order the posting of No Smoking signs in a conspicuous
location in each structure or location in which smoking is prohibited.
IFC 310.3
Compressed gas containers, cylinders, tanks or systems are inadequately secured. Secure against
accidental dislodgement. IFC 3003.5
Combustible waste material creating a fire hazard shall not be allowed to accumulate in buildings
or structures or upon premises. IFC 304.1
Interior storage prior to collection in apartment buildings, storage in excess of one (1) cubic yard
for more than twenty-four (24) hours shall be in a fire rated refuse holding rooms with
suppression, see MGO 29.20(8)(c).
MGO 34.304
Dumpsters and containers with an individual capacity of 1.5 cubic yards or more shall not be
stored in buildings or placed within 5 feet of combustible walls, openings or combustible roof
eave lines.
IFC 304.3.3
Trash Containers with a capacity exceeding 5.33 cubic feet (40 gallons) shall be provided with
lids. Containers and lids shall be constructed of noncombustible materials or approved
combustible materials.
IFC 304.3.2

Storage in buildings.
Discontinue use of portable electric heaters.
Flammable liquids in basements
Storage of combustible materials in buildings shall be orderly. Storage shall be separated from
heaters or heating devices by distance or shielding so that ignition cannot occur.
IFC 315.2
Discontinue use of portable electric heaters. Portable electric heaters shall not be used in lieu of
central heating systems. MGO 30.04 (4) (d)
Class I flammable liquids shall not be stored in basements. NFPA 30 9.3.6

Fueled equipment, incl but not limited to motorcycles, lawn-care equipment & portable cooking
equipment, shall not be stored, operated or repaired within a bldg. (Exception MGO 34.313:
Fueled Equipment Small fuel powered equipment shall be kept outside of a bldg unless tank is drained & capped,
vented outside for 15 min, spark plugs disconnected, max 4 pieces of equipment & shall not kept
in a mechanical room.)
IFC 313.1
Existing chimney and vent connectors that are damaged, corroded or improperly supported shall
Chimney and Vent Connectors
be repaired or replaced. IFC 603.6.5
Handrails. Handrails shall be adequate in strength and attachment. IFC 1012.1
Guardrails Guardrails shall be adequate in strength and attachment. IFC 1013.1
A sign shall be provided at each floor landing in stair exit enclosures connecting more than three
Stairway Floor Number Signs
stories designating the floor level. IFC 1022.8

Clothes Dryer Exhaust Dryer exhaust ducts for clothes dryers shall terminate on the outside of the building.
IMC 504.4

Storage within buildings not accessible to public
The maximum quantity of LPG allowed in one storage location in buildings not accessible to the
public, such as industrial buildings, shall not exceed a water capacity of 735 pounds (334 kg)
[nominal 300 pounds (136 kg) of LP-gas]. Where additional storage locations are required on the
same floor within the same building, they shall be separated by a minimum of 300 feet (91 440
mm).
IFC 3809.10
 Storage of LPG cylinders within a residential building, including the basement or any storage area
in a common basement storage area in multiple-family buildings and attached garages, shall be
Storage inside Residential buildings
limited to cylinders each with a maximum water capacity of 2.7 lb (1.2 kg) and shall not exceed
5.4-lb (2.4-kg) aggregate water capacity for each living space unit.
NFPA 58 5.3.4

Storage outside of buildings, for LPG containers awaiting use, resale or part of a cylinder
exchange point shall be located as follows: (1) At least 5 feet from any opening in a building with
Storage of LPG Cylinders outside of buildings.
two means of egress, (2) At least 10 feet from any opening in a building that has only one means
of egress, (3) At least 20 feet from any fuel dispenser.
NFPA 58 8.4.1.1

LPG Containers stored in buildings shall not be located near exit access doors, exits, stairways, or
Separation from means of egress
in areas normally used, or intended to be used, as a means of egress.
IFC 3809.4

LPG Containers in storage having individual water capacity greater than 2.5 pounds (1 kg)
Position of LPG Containers [nominal 1-pound (0.454 kg) LP-gas capacity] shall be positioned with the pressure relief valve in
direct communication with the vapor space of the container.
IFC 3809.3
LPG Containers in storage shall be located in a manner which minimizes exposure to excessive
LPG - Exposure Hazards
temperature rise, physical damage or tampering. IFC 3809.2

LPG Container valves shall be protected by screw-on-type caps or collars which shall be securely
Protection of valves on containers in storage in place on all containers stored regardless of whether they are full, partially full or empty.
Container outlet valves shall be closed or plugged.
IFC 3809.8

DOT specification LPG cylinders with maximum water capacity of 2.5 pounds used in completely
Storage of LPG Cylinders inside of buildings self-contained torches and similar applications are allowed to be stored or displayed in a building
accessible to the public. The quantity of LP-gas shall not exceed 200 pounds.
IFC 3809.9

Domestic clothes dryers, transition ducts
Storage beneath overhead projections from building
Combustible Storage - Equipment Rooms
Highly combustible goods
Smoking - Prohibited area
Fire Extinguishers - Battery Recharging area
Liquified Petroleum Gas fueled cooking devices
Open flame cooking devices
Clearance from ignition sources
Clothes dryer transition ducts used to connect the appliance to the exhaust duct system shall be
limited to single lengths not to exceed 8 feet and shall be listed and labeled for the application.
Note: Plastic/vinyl is not listed and therefore shall not be used. (IMC 504.6)
MGO 34.01 (12)(c)
Combustible materials stored or displayed outside of buildings that are protected by automatic
sprinklers shall not be stored or displayed under unsprinklered eaves, canopies or other
projections or overhangs.
IFC 315.3.1
Combustible material shall not be stored in boiler rooms, mechanical rooms or electrical
equipment rooms. IFC 315.2.3
The display of highly combustible goods, including but not limited to fireworks, flammable or
combustible liquids, liquefied flammable gases, oxidizing materials in main exit access aisles,
corridors, covered malls, or within 5 feet of entrances to exits and exterior exit doors is
prohibited when a fire involving such goods would rapidly prevent or obstruct egress.
IFC 314.3
Smoking shall be prohibited where conditions are such as to make smoking a hazard, and in
spaces where flammable or combustible materials are stored or handled.
IFC 310.2
Battery-charging areas shall be provided with a fire extinguisher having a minimum 4-A:20-B:C
rating within 20 feet of the battery charger. IFC 309.4
LP-gas burners having a LP-gas container with a water capacity greater than 2.5 pounds [nominal
1 pound LP-gas capacity] shall not be located on combustible balconies or within 10 feet of
combustible construction.
MGO 34.308
Charcoal burners and other open-flame cooking devices shall not be operated on combustible
balconies or within 10 feet of combustible construction.
MGO 34.308
Clearance between ignition sources, such as light fixtures, heaters and flame-producing devices,
and combustible materials shall be maintained in an approved manner.
IFC 305.1

Open-flame candles & fixtures, restaurants
Spontaneous ignition
Battery chargers, approved type.
Battery chargers, combustible storage
Battery chargers, not in areas accessible public
Hazardous material inventory statement required
Hazard warning sign
HazMat Identification, containers
Hazmat identification, bldgs, rooms and spaces
Material Safety Data Sheets
Prepare, submit & maintain fire safety & evacuatio
Candles may be used in restaurants, supper clubs and similar occupancies where candles on
tables are securely supported on substantial noncombustible bases and the candle flames are
protected.
IFC 308.3 1.3.
Materials susceptible to spontaneous ignition, such as oily rags, shall be stored in a listed disposal
container. Contents of such containers shall be removed & disposed of daily.
IFC 304.3.1
Battery chargers shall be of an approved type. IFC 309.2
Combustible storage shall be kept a minimum of 3 feet (915 mm) from battery chargers.
IFC 309.2
Battery charging shall not be conducted in areas accessible to the public. IFC 309.2
Submit a hazardous materials inventory statement with each application for a hazardous
materials permit. The inventory must be in accordance with IFC 2701.5.2
IFC 407.5
Buildings, rooms and spaces containing hazardous materials shall be identified by hazard warning
signs in accordance with 2703.5 and MGO. IFC 407.3
Individual containers of hazardous materials, cartons or packages shall be marked or labeled in
accordance with applicable federal regulations. IFC 407.3
Buildings, rooms and spaces containing hazardous materials shall be identified by hazard warning
signs in accordance with Section 2703.5. IFC 407.3
Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) for all hazardous materials shall be readily available on the
premises. IFC 407.2
Fire safety & evacuation plans shall be prepared, submitted, maintained for Assembly
occupancies (except churches with cap. less than 2,000), Educational, Hazardous, Institutional,
Hotels/Motels, Residential Care/Assisted Living Fac. with more than 16 occupants, High-Rise
bldgs, Factories and Mercantile with 500 or more occupants, covered malls exceeding 50,000 sq
ft, bldgs with atrium in A, E or M occupancies.
IFC 404

Fire drills, required
Maintenance - fire safety & evacuation plans
Availability - Evacuation plans
Emergency Guides required for apartments and condo
NC - Timing of installation of fire lanes
NC - Key Boxes
Required emergency evacuation drills shall be held at the intervals specified in Table 405.2 or
more frequently where necessary to familiarize all occupants with the drill procedure. Drills in
Educational occupancies shall be held monthly.
IFC 405.2
Fire safety and evacuation plans shall be reviewed or updated annually or as necessitated by
changes in staff assignments, occupancy, or the physical arrangement of the building.
IFC 404.4
Fire Safety and evacuation plans shall be available in the workplace for reference and review by
employees, and copies shall be furnished to the code official for review upon request.
IFC 404.5
A fire emergency guide shall be provided to each apartment or condominium tenant prior to
occupancy. The guide must describe the location, function and use of fire protection equipment
and appliances accessible to residents, including fire alarm systems, smoke alarms, and portable
fire extinguishers. The guide shall also include an emergency evacuation plan for each dwelling
unit.
IFC 408.9
When fire apparatus access roads or a water supply for fire protection is required to be installed,
such protection shall be installed and made serviceable prior to and during the time of
construction except when approved alternative methods of protection are provided.
IFC 501.4
The fire chief is authorized to require key boxes where access to or within a structure or an area
is restricted because of secured openings or where immediate access is necessary for life-saving
or fire-fighting purposes, a key box to be installed in an accessible location. The key box shall be
of an approved type and shall contain keys to gain access as required by the fire chief.
IFC 506.1

Key Box Maintenance
Fire protection equipment shall be identified
Repair emergency power systems
All electrical work shall conform to SPS 316
Appliances
Horizontal and vertical sliding & rolling fire doo
Artwork
The operator of the building shall immediately notify the Madison Fire Department and provide
three sets of the new keys when a lock is changed or re-keyed. The labeled keys to such lock shall
be secured in the key box. To put new keys in vault call, call the Madison Fire Department at
608-266-4420 to make arrangements for the Madison Fire Department to open the vault and
secure the keys.
IFC 506
Fire protect equip shall be identified in an approved manner. Rms containing controls for air
conditioning systems, sprinkler risers & valves, or other fire detection, suppression/control
elements shall be identified for the use of fire depart. Approved signs required to identify fire
protect equip & equip location, shall be constructed of durable materials permanently installed &
readily visible.
IFC 509.1
Exit signs, exit illumination as required by Chapter 10, electrically powered fire pumps required to
maintain pressure, and elevator car lighting are classified as emergency systems and shall
operate within 10 seconds of failure of the normal power supply and shall be capable of being
transferred to the standby source.
IFC 604.2.14.3
All electrical work shall conform to the requirements of all the Wisconsin State Electrical Code
Chapter SPS 316. MGO 34.01(12)(c)
Electrical appliances and fixtures shall be tested and listed in published reports of inspected
electrical equipment by an approved agency and installed in accordance with all instructions
included as part of such listing.
IFC 605.7
Horizontal and vertical sliding and rolling fire doors shall be inspected and tested annually to
confirm proper operation and full closure. A written record shall be maintained and be available
to the fire chief.
IFC 703.4
Artwork and teaching materials shall be limited on the walls of corridors to not more than 20
percent of the wall area in Group E and I-4, day care facilities, occupancies. (Also 807.4.4.2)
IFC 807.4.3.2

Storage in corridors and lobbies
Locate Smoke Detectors to avoid nuisance alarms.
Detector Sensitivity
Inspection, Testing and Maintenance
Construction documents
Acceptance Tests
Duct smoke detectors
Records of all fire protection systems
Cabinets used to house fire extinguishers
Fire extinguisher height above floor.
Clothing and personal effects shall not be stored in corridors and lobbies in Group E and I-4, day
care facilities, occupancies. (Also, IFC 807.4.4.1) IFC 807.4.3.1
The location of smoke detectors shall be based on an evaluation of potential ambient sources of
smoke, moisture, dust, or fumes, and electrical or mechanical influences to minimize nuisance
alarms.
NFPA 72 5.7.1.9
Detector sensitivity shall be checked within 1 year after installation and every alternate year
thereafter. IFC 907.9.3
The maintenance and testing schedules and procedures for fire alarm and fire detection systems
shall be in accordance with this section and NFPA 72. IFC 907.9
Construction documents for fire alarm systems shall be submitted for review and approval prior
to system installation. IFC 907.1.2
Upon completion of the installation of the fire alarm system and all the fire alarm components
shall be tested in accordance with NFPA 72. IFC 907.8
Duct smoke detectors shall be connected to the buildings fire alarm control panel when a fire
alarm system is provided. IFC 907.4.1
Records of all system inspections, tests, and maintenance required by the referenced standards
shall be maintained on the premises for a minimum of 3 years and made available to the fire
chief upon request.
IFC 901.6.2
Cabinets used to house fire extinguishers shall not be locked. Exceptions: Where fire
extinguishers subject to malicious use or damage are provided with a means of ready access.
IFC 906.8
Fire extinguishers having a gross weight not exceeding 40 lbs shall be installed so that its top is
not more than 5 ft above the floor. Hand-held portable fire extinguishers having a gross weight
exceeding 40 lbs shall be installed so that its top is not more than 3.5 ft above the floor. The
clearance between the floor & the bottom of installed hand-held extinguishers shall not be less
than 4 in.
IFC 906.9

Inspection of Standpipe and Hose Systems
SUPPORT OF NON-SYSTEM COMPONENTS
Properly extend the sprinkler system
Clearance to Storage
Obstructions - sprinkler clearance
System valves shall be protected from damage
Testing and Maintenance of Fire Pumps
Maintenance of Smoke Control Systems
Checkpoints and Corrective actions for Standpipe and Hose Systems outlined in Table 6-2.2 shall
be followed to determine that components are free of corrosion, foreign material, physical
damage, tampering, or other conditions that could prevent operation.
NFPA 25 6.2.3
Sprinkler piping or hangers shall not be used to support non-system components.
NFPA 13 9.1.1.7
Fire protection systems shall be maintained in accordance with the original installation standards
for that system. Required fire protection systems shall be extended, altered, or augmented as
necessary to maintain and continue protection whenever the building is altered, remodeled or
added to. Alterations to fire protection systems shall be done in accordance with applicable
standards.
IFC 901.4
The clearance between the deflector and the top of storage shall be 18 in. (457 mm) or greater.
(2002 Edition) NFPA 13 8.5.6.1
Continuous or noncontinuous obstructions that interrupt the water discharge in a horizontal
plane more than 18 in. (457 mm) below the sprinkler deflector in a manner to limit the
distribution from reaching the protected hazard shall comply with this section. Exception: The
requirements of this section shall also apply to obstructions 18 in. or less below the sprinkler for
light and ordinary hazard occupancies.
NFPA 13 8.6.5.3
All system valves shall be protected from physical damage and shall be accessible.
NFPA 25 13.2.3
Fire pumps shall be inspected, tested and maintained in accordance with the requirements of this
section and NFPA 25. IFC 913.5
Smoke control systems shall be maintained to ensure to a reasonable degree that the system is
capable of controlling smoke for the duration required. The system shall be maintained in
accordance with the manufacturers instructions and Sections 909.20.1 through 909.20.5.
IFC 909.20

Alternative Automatic Fire-extinguishing systems
Monitoring
Sprinkler & fire protection systems out of service
FDC Location
Fire Hydrant, no obstructions w/i 5 feet
Fire Hydrants, grade changes
Fire Hydrants, owner remove snow, etc.
Hydrant Maintenance
Inspection of Standpipes
Flow Test requirements for standpipes
Automatic fire-extinguishing systems, other than automatic sprinkler systems, shall be designed,
installed, inspected, tested and maintained in accordance with the provisions of this section and
the applicable referenced standards.
IFC 904.1
Where required by this chapter or by the International Building Code, an approved supervising
station in accordance with NFPA 72 shall monitor fire alarm systems.
IFC 907.7.5
Where a required fire protection system is out of service, the fire department and the code
official shall be notified immediately and, where required by the code official, the building shall
either be evacuated or an approved fire watch shall be provided for all occupants left
unprotected by the shut down until the fire protection system has been returned to service.
IFC 901.7
The location of the FDC shall be approved by the fire chief. IFC 903.3.7
No obstructions, including but not limited to power poles, trees, bushes, fences or posts may be
located within five feet of a fire hydrant. MGO 34.507(1)(g)
Grade changes exceeding 1.5 feet are not permitted within five feet of a fire hydrant or hydrant
lead. MGO 34.507(1)(g)
Property owners shall remove snow, vegetation, or other material that has covered or obscured
the view of the hydrant(s) on their property, including the terrace area.
MGO 34.507(1)(h)
Hydrants shall be lubricated annually to ensure that all stems, caps, plugs, and threads are in
proper operating condition. NFPA 25 7.4.2.1
Components of standpipe and hose systems shall be visually inspected annually or as specified in
Table 6-1. NFPA 25 6.2.1
A flow test shall be conducted every 5 years at the hydraulically most remote hose connections
of each zone of an automatic standpipe system to verify the water supply still provides the design
pressure at the required flow.
NFPA 25 6.3.1.1

Hydro test shall be conducted every five years
Cross connection devices tested/maintained annuall
Exit sign graphics
Means of Egress Illumination
STAIRWAY DOORS LOCKED/UNLOCKED
Furnishings and decorations, exits
Reliability
Posting of occupant load.
Hydrostatic tests of not less than 200 psi (13.8 bar) pressure for 2 hours, or at 50 psi (3.4 bar) in
excess of the maximum pressure, where maximum pressure is in excess of 150 psi (10.3 bar),
shall be conducted every 5 years on manual standpipe systems and automatic-dry standpipe
systems, including piping in the fire department connection.
NFPA 25 6.3.2.1
Cross connection devices installed in water based fire protection systems shall be inspected,
tested and maintained at least annually. SPS 314.13
Every exit sign and directional exit sign shall have plainly legible letters. IFC 1011.5.1
The means of egress, including the exit discharge, shall be illuminated at all times the building
space served by the means of egress is occupied. IFC 1006.1
Unless serving less than 5 stories and capable of being simultaneously unlocked without
unlatching upon a signal by emergency personnel located inside the main entrance, interior
stairway means of egress doors shall be openable from both sides without the use of a key or
special knowledge or effort. However, this requirement shall not apply to doors arranged in
accordance with IBC. Sec. 403.12.
IFC 1008.1.9.10
Furnishings, decorations or other objects shall not be placed so as to obstruct exits, access
thereto, egress therefrom, or visibility thereof. IFC 1030.6
Required exit accesses, exits or exit discharges shall be continuously maintained free from
obstructions or impediments to full instant use in the case of fire or other emergency when the
areas served by such exits are occupied. Security devices affecting means of egress shall be
subject to approval of fire code official.
IFC 1030.2
Every room or space that is an assembly occupancy shall have the occupant load of the room or
space posted in a conspicuous place, near the main exit or exit access doorway from the room or
space, or as directed by the City of Madison Building Department.
IFC 1004.3

Submit fire protection work permit.
NC - Program superintendent
NC - PreFire Plans
NC - Fire protection devices
NC - Temporary covering of fire protection devices
Location of spray-finishing operations.
NC - Spray Booths
No person may install, make additions to, move, improve, alter, extend, replace components or
demolish any fire alarm or fire suppression system, or commence any work covered by this code
on any fire alarm or fire suppression system without first obtaining and submitting a completed
Fire Alarm/Fire Suppression System permit from the Madison Fire Department.
MGO 34.02(1)(a)
The owner shall designate a person to be the Fire Prevention Program Superintendent who shall
be responsible for the fire prevention program and ensure that it is carried out through
completion of the project. The fire prevention program superintendent shall have the authority
to enforce the provisions of this chapter and other provisions as necessary to secure the intent of
this chapter.
IFC 1408.1
The fire prevention program superintendent shall develop and maintain an approved prefire plan
in cooperation with the fire chief. The fire chief shall be notified of changes affecting the
utilization of information contained in such prefire plans.
IFC 1408.2
The fire prevention program superintendent shall determine that all fire protection equipment is
maintained and serviced in accordance with this code.
IFC 1408.4
Coverings placed on or over fire protection devices to protect them from damage during
construction processes shall be immediately removed upon the completion of the construction
processes in the room or area in which the devices are installed.
IFC 1408.7
Spray-finishing operations shall be conducted in a spray room, spray booth or limited spraying
space approved for such use. IFC 1504.2
The design and construction of spray booths shall be in accordance with Sections 1504.3.2.1
through 1504.3.2.6, Sections 1504.4 through 1504.8, and NFPA 33.
IFC 1504.3.2
 Combustible floor construction in spray booths shall be covered by approved, noncombustible,
nonsparking material, except where combustible coverings, such as thin paper or plastic and
Floor
strippable coatings are utilized over noncombustible materials to facilitate cleaning operations in
spray booths.
IFC 1504.3.2.3

Mechanical ventilation shall be kept in operation at all times while spraying operations are being
conducted and for a sufficient time thereafter to allow vapors from drying coated articles and
Operation finishing material residue to be exhausted. Spraying equipment shall be interlocked with the
ventilation of the flammable vapor areas such that spraying operations cannot be conducted
unless the ventilation system is in operation.
IFC 1504.7.1
Articles being sprayed shall be positioned in a manner that does not obstruct collection of
Ventilation Obstruction
overspray. IFC 1504.7.4

Open flames and spark-producing devices shall not be located in flammable vapor areas and shall
Open Flames or Sparks not be located within 20 feet (6096 mm) of such areas unless separated by a permanent
partition. Exception: Drying and baking apparatus complying with Section 1504.6.1.2.
IFC 1503.2.2

Where a flammable mixture is transferred from one portable container to another, a bond shall
Liquid Transfer be provided between the two containers. At least one container shall be grounded. Piping
systems for Class I and Class II liquids shall be permanently grounded.
IFC 1503.3.4
Smoking shall be prohibited in flammable vapor areas and hazardous storage rooms associated
Smoking Prohibited with flammable finishes. No Smoking signs complying with Section 310 shall be conspicuously
posted in such areas.
IFC 1503.2.6

Flammable vapor areas, exhaust fan blades and exhaust ducts shall be kept free from the
Operation and Maintenance accumulation of deposits of combustible residues. Where excessive residue accumulates in such
areas, spraying operations shall be discontinued until conditions are corrected.
IFC 1503.4

Filters
Limited Spraying spaces
Waste Cans
Clear Space
Illumination and Glass Panels
Fire Extinguishers
Protection of Sprinklers
Air intake filters that are part of a wall or ceiling assembly shall be listed as Class I or Class II in
accordance with UL 900. Exhaust filters shall be required. IFC 1504.7.8
Limited spraying spaces shall comply with Sections 1504.9.1 through 1504.9.4.
IFC 1504.9
Approved metal waste cans equipped with self-closing lids shall be provided wherever rags or
waste are impregnated with finishing material. Such rags and waste shall be deposited therein
immediately after being utilized. The contents of waste cans shall be properly disposed of at least
once daily and at the end of each shift.
IFC 1503.4.3
Spray booths shall be installed so that all parts of the booth are readily accessible for cleaning. A
clear space of not less than 3 feet (914 mm) shall be maintained on all sides of the spray booth.
This clear space shall be kept free of any storage or combustible construction.
IFC 1504.3.2.5
Where spraying spaces, spray rooms or spray booths are illuminated through glass panels or
other transparent materials, only fixed lighting units shall be utilized as a source of illumination.
IFC 1504.6.2
Portable fire extinguishers complying with Section 906 shall be provided for spraying areas in
accordance with the requirements for an extra (high) hazard occupancy.
IFC 1504.4.1
Automatic sprinklers installed in flammable vapor areas shall be protected from accumulation of
residue from spraying operations in an approved manner. Bags used as a protective covering
shall be 0.003-inch-thick (0.076 mm) polyethylene or cellophane or shall be thin paper.
Automatic sprinklers contaminated by overspray particles shall be replaced with new automatic
sprinklers.
IFC 1504.5.2
 Spray booths and spray rooms shall be protected by an approved automatic fire-extinguishing
Fire Protection system complying with Chapter 9 which shall also protect exhaust plenums, exhaust ducts and
both sides of dry filters when such filters are used.
IFC 1504.4
Cleaning of parts shall be conducted in listed and approved parts-cleaning machines in
Cleaning of Parts
accordance with Chapter 34. IFC 2211.2.1

Fire extinguishers shall be provided in accordance with Section 906. 4A-40-BC size with a
Fire Extinguishers - Repair Garages
maximum travel distance of 30 feet or a 4A-80-BC with a maximum travel distance of 50 feet.
IFC 2211.6

Garage floor drains, where provided, shall drain to approved oil separators or traps discharging to
a sewer in accordance with the International Plumbing Code. Contents of oil separators, traps
Drainage and disposal of liquids & oil-soaked wast
and floor drainage systems shall be collected at sufficiently frequent intervals. Self-closing metal
cans shall be used for oily waste.
IFC 2211.2.3

Warning signs shall be conspicuously posted within sight of each dispenser in the fuel-dispensing
Warning Signs area and warn against the following; it is illegal and dangerous to fill unapproved containers with
fuel, smoking is prohibited, and the engine shall be shut off during the refueling process.
IFC 2205.6

Emergency disconnect switches
An approved, clearly identified and readily accessible emergency disconnect switch shall be
provided at an approved location, to stop the transfer of fuel to the fuel dispensers in the event
of a fuel spill or other emergency. An emergency disconnect switch for exterior fuel dispensers
shall be located within 100 feet (30 480 mm) of, but not less than 20 feet (6096 mm) from, the
fuel dispensers.
IFC 2203.2

Fire Extinguishers dispensing
Emergency procedures for unattended self-service s
Operation - Repair Garage
Sources of Ignition, repair garages
Smoking Prohibited, High Pile Storage
Aisle Maintenance, high pile storage
Pile dimension & height limitations, high pile
Flue Spaces, high pile storage
Approved portable fire extinguishers complying with Section 906 with a minimum rating of 2-
A:40-B:C shall be provided and located such that an extinguisher is not more than 75 feet (22 860
mm) from pumps, dispensers or storage tank fill-pipe openings. (NFPA 30A 9.2.5.2 requires the
fire extinguisher to be 80BC.)
IFC 2205.5
An approved emergency procedures sign, in addition to the signs required by Section 2205.6,
shall be posted in a conspicuous location and shall read: IN CASE OF FIRE, SPILL OR RELEASE 1.
USE EMERGENCY PUMP SHUTOFF 2. REPORT THE ACCIDENT! FIRE DEPARTMENT TELEPHONE
NO.______ FACILITY ADDRESS _____________________
IFC 2204.3.5
The mechanical ventilation system shall operate continuously. Exceptions: 1. Mechanical
ventilation system that are interlocked with a gas detection system per section 2211.7.2. through
2211.7.2.3 2. Mechanical ventilation systems in repair garages that are used only for repair of
vehicles where the Ventilation system is electrically interlocked with the lighting circuit.
IFC 2211.7.1.2
Sources of ignition shall not be located within 18 inches (457 mm) of the floor and shall comply
with Chapters 3 and 26. Appliances and equipment installed in a repair garage shall comply with
the provisions of the International Building Code, the International Mechanical Code and the ICC
Electrical Code.
IFC 2211.3
"No Smoking " signs shall be posted. Approved signs were not posted. Post approved signs in
conspicuous place in high-pile storage areas. IFC 2305.3
Storage in aisles. When restocking is not being conducted, aisles shall be kept clear of storage,
waste material and debris. IFC 2305.4
Storage is beyond limits for pile dimension or height. Maintain storage in accordance with the
maximum permissible height and pile volume as specified in IFC Table 2307.3.
IFC 2305.5
Flue spaces blocked. Maintain flue spaces as required in IFC Table 2308.3. IFC 2305.8
 Separation of incompatible materials. Oxygen cylinders in storage shall be separated from fuel
Oxygen cylinders & fuel gas cyclinders, seperation gas cylinders or combustible material by a minimum distance of 20 feet or by a noncombustible
partition extending not less than 18 inches above and to the sides of the stored material.
IFC 2703.9.8

Hot work areas shall not contain combustibles or shall be provided with appropriate shielding to
Combustibles
prevent sparks, slag or heat from igniting exposed combustibles.
IFC 2604.1.1

A fire watch shall be provided during hot work activities and shall continue for a minimum of 30
minutes after the conclusion of the work. The code official, or the responsible manager under a
Fire Watch - When required
Hot Work Program, is authorized to extend the fire watch based on the hazards or work being
performed.
IFC 2604.2.1

A minimum of one portable fire extinguisher with a minimum 2-A:20-B:C rating shall be readily
Welding and Hot work fire extinguisher
accessible within 30 feet of the location where hot work is performed.
IFC 2604.2.6

Complete the attached Hazardous Materials Worksheet and return to the Madison Fire
Department 325 W. Johnson St. Madison, WI 53703. The quantity listed in the Amount On-Site
Hazardous Material Worksheet must be completed.
column shall reflect the maximum quantity on-site at any time. If the Amount On-site exceeds
the Permit Threshold, then a Hazardous Materials license shall be required.
IFC 105.6.20

Systems, equipment and processes utilized for storage, dispensing, use or handling of hazardous
Hazardous Materials Systems, equipment and process
materials shall be in accordance with Sections 2703.2.1 through 2703.2.8.
IFC 2703.2
The maximum allowable quantity per control area shall be as specified in Tables 2703.1.1(1)
Maximum allowable quantity hazardous materials sto
through 2703.1.1(4). IFC 2703.1.1
Hazardous Materials Facilities shall be placed out of service in accordance with Sections 2701.6.1
Hazardous Materials Facility closure
through 2701.6.3. IFC 2701.6

Hazard identification signs
Laboratory identification signs
Release of Hazardous Materials
Marking of containers cartons packages
Marking of Rooms or cabinets containing compressed
Hazardous Materials signs
Sources of ignition
Prohibit smoking in hazardous areas
Gas Rooms
Gas Cabinets
General Safety Precautions
Seperation of incompatible materials
Hazard identification signs as specified in NFPA 704 shall be placed on stationary containers and
above-ground tanks and at entrances to locations where hazardous materials are stored,
dispensed, used or handled.
IFC 2703.5
Doors that directly access a laboratory shall be identified with a notice at least 8.5 inches by 11
inches containing the laboratory emergency information as specified in MGO 34.2703 Table A. MGO
34.2703(1)(b)2.
Hazardous materials in any quantity shall not be released into a sewer, storm drain, ditch,
drainage canal, creek, stream, river, lake or tidal waterway or on the ground, sidewalk, street,
highway or into the atmosphere.
IFC 2703.3
Individual containers, cartons or packages shall be conspicuously marked or labeled in an
approved manner. IFC 2703.5.1
Rooms or cabinets containing compressed gases shall be conspicuously labeled: COMPRESSED
GAS. IFC 2703.5.1
Signs and markings required by Sections 2703.5, 2703.5.1, and MGO 34.2703 shall be in English
as a primary language or approved symbols.Signs shall be durable, and the size, color and
lettering per MGO 34.2703 or as approved.
IFC 2703.6
Sources of ignition shall comply with Section 2703.7.1 through 2703.7.3. IFC 2703.7
Smoking shall be prohibited and No Smoking signs provided as follows: IFC 2703.7.1
Where a gas room is provided to comply with the provisions of Chapter 37, the gas room shall be
in accordance with Sections 2703.8.4.1 and 2703.8.4.2. IFC 2703.8.4
Where a gas cabinet is used to increase the maximum storage or when the location is provided to
comply with the provisions of Chapter 37, the gas cabinet shall be in accordance with Sections
2703.8.6.1 through 2703.8.6.3.
IFC 2703.8.6
General precautions for the safe storage, handling or care of hazardous materials shall be in
accordance with Sections 2703.9.1 through 2703.9.9. IFC 2703.9
Incompatible materials in storage and storage of materials that are incompatible with materials
in use shall comply with 2703.9.8. IFC 2703.9.8

Storage of hazardous materials exceeding allowable
Separation from hazardous conditions
Storage of compressed gases
Prevention, control and mitigation of dangerous co
Electrical wiring and equipment in areas where fla
Fire protection for the storage, use, dispensing,
Hazard Identification signs
Storage of flammable and combustible liquids in co
Design, construction and capacity of containers an
Approved containers
Storage of hazardous materials in amounts exceeding the maximum allowable quantity per
control area as set forth in Section 2703.1 shall be in accordance with Sections 2701, 2703 and
2704.
IFC 2704.1
Compressed gas containers, cylinders, tanks and systems shall be separated from materials, and
conditions which pose exposure hazards to or from each other as required by IFC 3003.7.1
through 3003.7.11.2.
IFC 3003.7
Cylinder stored horizontally. Compressed gas containers, cylinders and tanks shall be stored in
an upright position with valve end up. IFC 3004
Prevention, control and mitigation of dangerous conditions related to storage, use, dispensing,
mixing and handling of flammable and combustible liquids shall be in accordance with Chapter 27
and Chapter 34 of the IFC.
IFC 3401.1
Electrical wiring and equipment in areas where flammable liquids are used, stored, and handled,
shall be in accordance with Table 3403.1.1 and MGO 34.01(12).
IFC 3403.1
Fire protection for the storage, use, dispensing, mixing, handling and on-site transportation of
flammable and combustible liquids shall be in accordance with this chapter and applicable
sections of Chapter 9.
IFC 3403.2
Labeling and signs for the purpose of identifying hazards of storing or using flammable liquids
shall comply with 2703.5, 2703.6, MGO 34.2703. IFC 3403.5
The storage of flammable and combustible liquids in containers and tanks shall be in accordance
with this section and the applicable sections of Chapter 27 and MGO 34.01(12).
IFC 3404.1
The design, construction and capacity of containers for the storage of flammable and
combustible liquids shall be in accordance with this section and NFPA 30.
IFC 3404.3.1
Only approved containers and portable tanks shall be used. IFC 3404.3.1.1
 Where required that flammable liquid containers be stored in storage cabinets, such cabinets and
Flammable Liquid Storage Cabinets
storage be in accordance with sections 3404.3.2.1 through 3404.3.2.3.
IFC 3404.3.2

Storage of flammable and combustible liquids inside buildings in containers and portable tanks
Indoor storage. Storage of flammable & combustible
shall be in accordance with 3404.3.3.1 through 3404.3.3.10.
IFC 3404.3.3

Materials that will react with water or other liquids to produce a hazard shall not be stored in the
Incompatible Materials
same room with flammable and combustible liquids in accordance with Section 2703.9.8.
IFC 3404.3.3.2
Storage of any liquids including stock for sale, shall not be stored near or be allowed to obstruct
Clear Means of Egress
the egress route. IFC 3404.3.3.3

The storage of empty tanks and containers previously used for the storage of flammable or
Empty containers or portable tank storage. combustible liquids shall be stored as filled containers unless vapor free, empty tanks and
containers shall have the covers or plugs replaced immediately.
IFC 3404.3.3.4

Orderly storage of flammable and combustible liquids Shelf storage of flammable and combustible liquids shall be maintained in an orderly manner.
IFC 3404.3.3.5.3

The quantities of stored flammable or combustible liquids in assembly occupancies shall not
Assembly occupancy quantity limits exceed amounts necessary for demonstration, treatment, laboratory work, maintenance
purposes and operations of equipment and shall not exceed quantities in Table 2703.1.1.(1).
IFC 3404.3.4.2 1.

The quantities of flammable and combustible liquids in drinking, dining, office and school uses
within Business occupancies shall not exceed amounts necessary for demonstration, treatment,
Business occupancy quantity limits, flammable
laboratory work, maintenance purposes and operation of equipment, and shall not exceed the
quantities set forth in Table 2703.1.1(1).
IFC 3404.3.4.2 2.
 The quantities of flammable and combustible liquids in dining, office, and school uses within
factory occupancies shall not exceed amounts necessary for demonstration, laboratory work,
Factory and industrial quantity limits, flammable
maintenance purposes and operation of equipment, and shall not exceed the quantities set forth
in Table 2703.1.1(1).
IFC 3404.3.4.2 4.

The quantities of flammable and combustible liquids in institutional occupancies shall not exceed
Institutional occupancies quantity limit, flammabl amounts necessary for demonstration, laboratory work, maintenance purposes and operation of
equipment, and shall not exceed the quantities in Table 2701.11.(1).
IFC 3404.3.4.2 5.

The quantities of flammable and combustible liquids in in dining, office, and school use within
mercantile occupancies shall not exceed amounts necessary for demonstration, laboratory work,
Mercantile occupancy quantity limits, flammable
maintenance purposes, and operation of equipment and shall not exceed the quantities in
2703.1.1(1). Wholesale and retail shall comply with Section 3404.3.4.1.
IFC 3404.3.4.2 6.

The quantities of flammable and combustible liquids in residential occupancies shall not exceed
Residential Occupancy Quantity Limits, flammable amounts necessary for maintenance purposes and operation of equipment, and shall not exceed
the quantities in Table 2703.1.1(1.).
IFC 3404.3.4.2 7.

The quantities of flammable and combustible liquids in dining and office uses within storage
occupancies shall not exceed amounts necessary for demonstration, laboratory work,
Storage Occupancy quantity limit, flammable
maintenance purposes and operation of equipment, and shall not exceed the quantities set forth
in Table 2703.1.1(1).
IFC 3404.3.4.2 8.

Flammable and combustible liquids in mercantile, wholesale and retail sales uses shall be in
Wholesale and retail sales uses, flammable accordance with Sections 3404.3.6.1 through 3404.3.6.5 or NFPA 30, Sections 1010.2, 12.3.8,
16.4,Tables 160.5.2.1 through 16.5.2.6 and Figures 16.4.1(a) through (c).
IFC 3404.3.6
 Dispensing, use, mixing and handling of flammable liquids shall be in accordance with Section
Dispensing, use, mixing and handling
3403 and this section. IFC 3405.1

Liquid transfer equipment and methods for transfer of Class I, II and IIIA liquids shall be approved
Liquid Transfer
and be in accordance with Sections 3405.2.1 through 3405.2.6.
IFC 3405.2

Class I liquids and Class II or III liquids heated to or above their flash points shall not be
Manual Container Filling
transferred into containers unless the nozzle and containers are electrically interconnected.
IFC 3405.2.5
Indoor use, dispensing and mixing of flammable and combustible liquids shall be in accordance
Use, dispensing and mixing inside of buildings
with Sections 3405.2 and 3405.3.1 through 3405.3.5.3. IFC 3405.3
Portions of properties where flammable and combustible liquids are received by tank vessels,
Bulk Plants or terminals pipelines, tank cars or tank vehicles shall be in accordance with Sections 3406.4.1 through
3406.4.10.4 and MGO 34.01(12).
IFC 3406.4

Storage outside of buildings, for LPG containers awaiting use, resale or part of a cylinder
Storage of LPG Cylinders outside of buildings.
exchange program shall be located in accordance with Table 3809.12.
IFC 3809.12
Storage, handling and transportation of LP-gas and the installation of LP-gas equipment pertinent
Storage and use of LPG
to systems shall comply with IFC 38 and NFPA 58. IFC 3801.1

LPG Containers shall be stored within a suitable enclosure or otherwise protected against
Protection of LPG containers.
tampering. Vehicular protection shall be provided as required by the code official.
IFC 3809.13
Notes Notes
Orders Re-issued ORDERS RE-ISSUED
Misc. violations Miscellaneous Violations. SPS 314.001