by Michael O'Brian on December 19, 2011
It Looks Really Cool
There are times that fire protection features, egress doors, fire hydrants, and even exit signs get modified to become more attractive to the owner. I may be a little odd, but I think a well lit exit sign looks great in a store!
For those of you who are not suppression inspectors, the picture shows a remote fire department connection. A remote FDC is typically installed in downtown settings, west coast (warmer climates), and where a designer or AHJ feels these are more applicable to the fire protection scheme.
Therefore the question at hand, does this [click to continue…]
by Michael O'Brian on April 17, 2011
System Readiness
Inspectors are becoming quickly over worked and rely on qualified contractors to complete system maintenance, inspection, and repair. The AHJ relies on reports provided by contractors (system experts) which should state the system meets the minimum code requirements.
Lets take a look at these pictures and ask the question [click to continue…]
by Michael O'Brian on November 29, 2009
Storage and More Storage
Welcome to the 11th installment of does this meet code. Our most popular segment on Inspector911.com and this picture was brought to us by one of our great supporters.
I know that pictures don’t always tell the complete story, but the one below tells a story for sure.
The use of a building can truly hamper the built in safety features that the building is built under. So picture this, you receive a call on the Wednesday before Thanksgiving for some blocked exit doors at this mercantile establishment. As you [click to continue…]
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