DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY Division of Fire Safety FIRE CODE ENFORCEMENT AND CERTIFICATION OF FIRE INSPECTORS FOR PUBLIC SCHOOLS, CHARTER SCHOOS AND JUNIOR COLLEGES 8 CCR 1507-30 [Editor’s Notes follow the text of the rules at the end of this CCR Document.] SECTION 1 PURPOSE AND AUTHORITY TO PROMULGATE RULES 1.1 Sections 22-32-124, 23-71-122 and 24-33.5-1203 C.R.S. establish the authority and duty of The Division of Fire Safety to conduct or oversee construction plan reviews and inspections required by the adopted Fire Code for buildings and structures of public schools, institute charter schools, charter schools and junior colleges. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 1.2 Sections 22-32-124 and 23-71-122 C.R.S. establish the authority of the local fire department or the Division of Fire Safety to inspect buildings and structures of a board when deemed necessary to assure that they are maintained in accordance with the adopted Fire Code. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 1.3 Section 24-33.5-1211 C.R.S. establishes the authority and duty of The Division of Fire Safety to certify persons to conduct Fire Code plan reviews and inspections for buildings and structures of public schools, institute charter schools, charter schools and junior colleges. The Director of the Division of Safety is authorized to establish fees and charges necessary to defray the anticipated costs of the program. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 1.4 The Director of the Division of Fire Safety is authorized by the provisions of section 24-33.5-1203.5, C.R.S., to promulgate rules and regulations in order to carry out the duties of the Division of Fire Safety. This regulation is adopted pursuant to the authority in section 24-33.5-1203.5, C.R.S. and is intended to be consistent with the requirements of the State Administrative Procedures Act, section 24-4-101 et seq. (the “APA” ), C.R.S. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] SECTION 2 DEFINITIONS 2.1 The definitions provided in 24-33.5-1202, C.R.S., shall apply to these rules and regulations. The following additional definitions shall also apply: [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 2.1.1 ANNUAL BUILDING PERMIT - RESERVED [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 2.1.2 BOARD – means the school district, charter school, charter school institute or junior college. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 2.1.3 COMPANY – means a corporation, partnership, firm or association, two or more persons having a joint or common interest, or any other legal or commercial entity. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 2.1.4 CEU – means continuing education units. Each 10 hours of related professional development activities equals one CEU. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 2.1.5 C.R.S. – means Colorado Revised Statutes [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 2.1.6 CONSTRUCTION – means work that is not considered as maintenance or service, and that requires a permit or annual permit as indicated in the rules promulgated by the Division of Oil and Public Safety. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 2.1.7 DIVISION OF FIRE SAFETY – The Division of Fire Safety in the Office of Preparedness, Security, and Fire Safety in the Department of Public Safety. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 2.1.8 DIVISION OF OIL AND PUBLIC SAFETY – The Division of Oil and Public Safety in the Department of Labor and Employment. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 2.1.9 EMPLOYEE – means a paid or volunteer member of a fire department. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 2.1.10 FIRE CODE OFFICIAL – means the designated authority charged with the administration and enforcement of the Fire Code. Refer to SECTION 3 for information pertaining to the definition of the Fire Code Official. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 2.1.11 ICC – means International Code Council and its Legacy Codes. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 2.1.12 INDIVIDUAL (or PERSON) – means a person, including an owner, manager, officer, employee, or individual. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 2.1.13 INSPECTION, TESTING AND MAINTENANCE PROGRAM – means a program conducted by the building owner to satisfy the periodic inspection, testing and maintenance requirements of fire protection and life safety systems as required by applicable codes and standards. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 2.1.14 INSTALLATION – means the initial placement of equipment or the extension, modification or alteration of equipment after the initial placement. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 2.1.15 LOCAL AUTHORITY HAVING JURISDICTION (AHJ)– means the Building Department, Fire Chief, Fire Marshal or other designated official of a county, municipality, or special district that has fire protection and life safety systems enforcement responsibilities and employs or otherwise provides a Certified Fire Inspector. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 2.1.16 MAINTENANCE – means to sustain in a condition of repair that will allow performance as originally designed or intended. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 2.1.17 MAINTENANCE INSPECTIONS – refers to periodic inspections conducted by the local fire department or the Division of Fire Safety to verify conformance with the adopted Fire Code, rules and standards. Such maintenance inspections shall not be considered to relieve the building owner of the responsibility to conduct an inspection, testing and maintenance program for fire protection and life safety systems as required by the adopted Fire Code and Standards. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 2.1.18 NICET – means the National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 2.1.19 NFPA – means the National Fire Protection Association. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 2.1.20 PROFESSIONAL ENGINEER– means licensed as an engineer and working within competence, training and/or education pertinent to fire protection and life safety. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 2.1.21 SERVICE (or REPAIR) – means to repair in order to return the system to operation as originally designed or intended. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] SECTION 3 DEFINITION OF FIRE CODE OFFICIAL AND DELEGATION OF AUTHORITY 3.1 The Fire Code Official for buildings and structures of public schools, institute charter schools, charter schools and junior colleges shall be the Division of Fire Safety. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 3.2 At the request of the affected board, the responsibility of conducting the necessary construction plan reviews and inspections required by the adopted Fire Code may be delegated to the local authority having jurisdiction in the location of the structure. This delegation is contingent upon the local authority employing a Certified Fire Inspector at the appropriate level for the task. Upon delegation of this responsibility, the local authority having jurisdiction shall be considered as the Fire Code Official. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 3.3 If the local authority declines to perform the plan review or any subsequent inspection, or if a certified fire inspector is not available, the Division of Fire Safety shall perform the construction plan reviews and inspections required by the adopted Fire Code and shall be considered as the Fire Code Official. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] SECTION 4 PLAN REVIEW 4.1 Construction plan reviews shall be performed by persons certified as Fire Inspector III – Plans Examiner [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 4.2 Refer to the Public School Building Permit rules promulgated by the Division of Oil and Public Safety for additional information for the Building Permit Application Process. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 4.3 The board must notify the Fire Code Official of an upcoming project in accordance with the Division of Oil and Public Safety Rules for project notification. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 4.4 Preliminary Review: [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 4.4.1 For all construction projects with a projected value to equal to or greater than $500,000, the board must submit a preliminary review package to the Fire Code Official. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 4.4.2 The preliminary review package shall contain at a minimum: [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 4.4.2.1 A preliminary site plan showing: [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] (1). The property address(s) (or legal description). [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] (2). Boundaries. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] (3). Existing buildings (include dimensions to adjacent buildings when less than 60-feet away). [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] (4). Proposed buildings and/or additions, and the location of any anticipated future additions (dashed line). [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] (5). Parking lots. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] (6). Fenced areas. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] (7). Fire hydrants. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] (8). Fire apparatus access roads. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] (9). Water supply information. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 4.4.2.2 Preliminary code plans, showing the floor plans of all proposed and/or existing building. The plans shall include the following minimum information, however the designer may provide additional information at their discretion. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] (1). Calculation of the allowable and actual area of the building. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] (2). Calculation of the allowable and actual height of the building. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] (3). Identify new construction, existing to remain and remodel areas. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] (4). The proposed occupancy group(s) of the building. Include daytime use and after-hours use occupancy groups where applicable. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] (5). Show and label all fire and smoke rated construction (fire walls, fire barriers, fire partitions, smoke barriers) and construction capable of resisting the passage of smoke. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] (6). All exits and stairways. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 4.4.3 For delegated review and inspection arrangements, the local authority having jurisdiction shall concurrently forward their list of comments and corrections to the Division of Oil and Public Safety and the Division of Fire Safety for inclusion in the report of both building and fire code reviews. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 4.4.4 The Fire Code Official has ten business days to submit the completed fire review to the Division of Oil and Public Safety. The Fire Code Official may request, in writing, an extension from the Division of Oil and Public Safety on the basis of the complexity of the building plans. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 4.4.5 The Division of Oil and Public Safety, the Fire Code Official, or the school board may request a meeting or teleconference at any time during the preliminary review. The Division of Oil and Public Safety shall make reasonable accommodations for such meeting or teleconference. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 4.5 Construction Document Review [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 4.5.1 For all construction projects not covered under an annual building permit, the board shall submit a complete package of Construction Documents to the Fire Code Official in accordance with the Division of Oil and Public Safety Rules for plan review. The package for the Fire Code Official shall include: [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 4.5.1.1 A copy of the fully completed permit application. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 4.5.1.2 One full set of construction drawings, signed and wet stamped by the design professional in responsible charge, and by all design professionals in each of the design disciplines represented in the project. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 4.5.1.3 One full set of construction specifications, signed and wet stamped by the design professional in responsible charge, and by all design professionals in each of the design disciplines represented in the project. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 4.5.1.4 One full set of construction documents in *.dwf, *.dxf, *.pdf, or other approved electronic format on compact disk or other approved electronic storage device. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 4.5.2 The Construction Documents shall include the following plans or information for Fire Code review. The following standards shall be considered as minimum requirements and the designer may choose to supply more information at their discretion. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 4.5.2.1 A site plan showing: [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] (1). The property address(s) (or legal description). [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] (2). Boundaries. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] (3). Existing buildings (include dimensions to adjacent buildings when less than 60-feet away). [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] (4). Proposed buildings and/or additions, and the location of any anticipated future additions (dashed line). [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] (5). Parking lots. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] (6). Fenced areas. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] (7). Fire hydrants. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] (8). Fire apparatus access roads. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] (9). Water supply information. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 4.5.2.2 Code plans, showing the floor plans of all proposed and/or existing buildings and including: [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] (1). Identify new construction, existing to remain and remodel areas. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] (2). Label each room (use or occupancy group). [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] (3). Indicate the occupant load of each regularly occupied space within the building, as measured and calculated from the floor area (net or gross, as prescribed in IBC Chapter 10). The occupancy shall be calculated for both the “daytime use” educational occupancy and for the “after hours” assembly occupancy of the building where applicable. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] (4). Show and label all fire and smoke rated construction (fire walls, fire barriers, fire partitions, smoke barriers), including rated exit corridors, and construction capable of resisting the passage of smoke (smoke partition). [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] (5). All exits and all stairways, including dimensions (clear width). Provide calculations of the required and provided egress width. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] (6). Maximum travel distance(s) to the exits, measured with the method prescribed by the IBC. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] (7). Identify common paths of travel and dead end corridors and provide measurements of such elements. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] (8). Identify location of the main fire alarm control panel (FACP) and remote annunciators (if provided). [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] (9). Identify location of the fire sprinkler riser/pump room (if provided). [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 4.5.2.3 Narrative – Code plans shall be accompanied by, or contain a narrative describing the fire protection and life safety features not specifically shown on the code plans. The following information shall be included. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] (1). Description of project (new, remodel, addition). [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] (2). Location (include address, city and county). [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] (3). Owner Information / School District [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] (4). Name of Fire Department Jurisdiction [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] (5). Type of construction [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] (6). Allowable and actual area calculations. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] (7). Include floor-by-floor breakdown for multi-story buildings. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] (8). Include mixed ratio calculations for mixed occupancy use (does not include incidental or accessory uses). [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] (9). Allowable and actual height calculations. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] (10). Structural fire resistance ratings (IBC Tables 601 & 602). [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] (11). Description of fire protection features provided, such as fire sprinklers, standpipes, fire pumps, fire alarm, fire detection, portable fire extinguishers, cooking hood suppression and other specialty suppression (i.e. gaseous agent), etc. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] (12). Description of life safety features provided, such as emergency lighting, exit signage, emergency generators, etc. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 4.5.3 Deferred design submittals for fire protection and fire alarm systems are permitted, however construction documents shall provide sufficient information to show compliance with Fire Code requirements and coordination between fire systems and other building systems (i.e. HVAC systems, security systems). [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 4.5.4 For delegated review and inspection arrangements, the local authority having jurisdiction shall concurrently forward their list of comments and corrections to the Division of Oil and Public Safety and the Division of Fire Safety for inclusion in the report of both building and fire code reviews. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 4.5.5 The Fire Code Official has ten business days to submit the completed fire review to the Division of Oil and Public Safety. The Fire Code Official may request, in writing, an extension from the Division of Oil and Public Safety on the basis of the complexity of the building plans. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 4.5.6 The Division of Oil and Public Safety, the local fire department and/or the Division of Fire Safety and the school board may request a meeting or teleconference at any time during the construction document review. The Division of Oil and Public Safety shall make reasonable accommodations for such meeting or teleconference. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 4.6 Deferred Submittals / Shop Drawings [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 4.6.1 Shop (Installation) drawings for fire alarm and fire suppression systems shall be submitted to the Fire Code Official for review and approval prior to beginning installation of the system. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 4.6.1.1 Fire sprinkler shop drawing shall be submitted to the Fire Code Official in accordance with C.C.R. 1507-11 - Colorado Fire Suppression Program and the requirements of the Fire Code and NFPA 13 – Installation of Sprinkler Systems . [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] (1). Provide a minimum of four (4) complete copies of the submittal. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] (2). Submittal packages shall contain the minimum information required by NFPA 13. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 4.6.1.2 Fire alarm shop drawings shall be submitted to the Fire Code Official in accordance with the requirements of the Fire Code and NFPA 72 – National Fire Alarm Code. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] (1). Provide a minimum of four (4) complete copies of the submittal. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] (2). Submittal packages shall contain the minimum information required by the IFC. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 4.6.2 Minimum qualifications for fire suppression and fire alarm system design and installation. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 4.6.2.1 Fire Suppression Systems [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] (1). Any installation, modification, alteration, or repair of a fire suppression system shall be in accordance with C.C.R. 1507-11 - Colorado Fire Suppression program. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 4.6.2.2 Fire Alarm Systems [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] (1). The design of any new system or alteration of an existing fire alarm system shall be performed by a person that is currently a professional engineer or certified by NICET at a level III or level IV in fire protection engineering technologies - fire alarm systems, or another nationally recognized organization approved by the Division of Fire Safety. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] (1). The installation or repair of a fire alarm system shall be performed by or supervised by a person that is currently certified at a minimum of NICET level II in fire protection engineering technologies – fire alarm systems, or another nationally recognized organization approved by the Division of Fire Safety. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 4.7 RESERVED [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] SECTION 5 CONSTRUCTION INSPECTIONS 5.1 Construction inspections shall be conducted by a person certified as Fire Inspector II or Fire Inspector III – Plans Examiner. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 5.2 Construction documents shall be reviewed for Fire Code conformance by the Fire Code Official as described in Section 4 - Plan Review. Work shall not commence without approval from the Fire Code Official. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 5.3 Project sites shall be inspected by the Fire Code Official to verify conformance with the Fire Code and approved construction documents. The following inspections shall be considered as the minimum requirements. Additional inspections may be performed as deemed necessary by the Fire Code Official based upon the schedule or conditions of the project and/or the condition of the work being performed. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 5.3.1 Mid-Construction Inspection – Examples of items typically observed during the mid- construction inspection are as follows. Depending upon the scope of the project, some of these items may not apply. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 5.3.1.1 Visual inspection of sprinkler piping prior to installation of the ceiling. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 5.3.1.2 Witness of the hydrostatic testing of the sprinkler system. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 5.3.1.3 Witness of the fire pump testing if applicable. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 5.3.1.4 Preliminary observation of fire alarm system installation. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 5.3.1.5 Preliminary observation of fire service features (fire hydrants, apparatus access, etc.) [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 5.3.1.6 Preliminary observation of other fire protection and life safety systems and features. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 5.3.2 Final Inspection - Examples of items typically observed during the final inspection are as follows. Depending upon the scope of the project, some of these items may not apply. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 5.3.2.1 Witness of sprinkler system testing not performed during the mid-construction testing. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 5.3.2.2 Acceptance testing of fire sprinkler systems. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 5.3.2.3 Acceptance testing of alternative fire suppression systems. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 5.3.2.4 Acceptance testing of fire alarm systems. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 5.3.2.5 Visual inspection of suppression system installation. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 5.3.2.6 Visual inspection of fire alarm system installation. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 5.3.2.7 Visual inspection of fire service features. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 5.3.2.8 Visual inspection of life safety features. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 5.3.2.9 Visual inspection of special hazards. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 5.4 A Certified Fire Suppression System Inspector shall perform inspections of fire suppression systems in accordance with C.C.R. 1507-11 – Colorado Fire Suppression Program. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 5.4.1 If the Certified Fire Inspector II also holds a Fire Suppression System Inspector certification, the inspector may perform both inspections. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 5.4.2 If the Certified Fire Inspector II is not also a Certified Fire Suppression System Inspector, the Fire Code Official shall obtain the services of a Certified Fire Suppression System Inspector to perform the suppression system inspections. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 5.5 For delegated inspection arrangements, the local authority having jurisdiction shall forward its final approval and report of any outstanding corrections necessary to the Division of Fire Safety. The Division of Fire Safety will forward comments and recommendations of approval to the Division of Oil and Public Safety for inclusion in their report of both building and fire code inspections. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] SECTION 6 MAINTENANCE INSPECTIONS AND INSPECTION, TESTING AND MAINTENANCE PROGRAMS 6.1 Maintenance Inspections. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 6.1.1 The fire department providing fire protection service or the Division of Fire Safety may perform inspections of the buildings and structures when deemed necessary to assure that they are maintained in accordance with the adopted Fire Code and Standards. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 6.1.1.1 If the fire department is unable or unwilling to perform maintenance inspections, the Division of Fire safety shall perform them. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 6.1.2 Maintenance inspections shall be conducted by a person certified as Fire Inspector I, Fire Inspector II or Fire Inspector III – Plans Examiner. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 6.1.3 Records of maintenance inspections shall be maintained by the fire department. Such records shall be made available for review by the Division of Fire Safety upon request. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 6.2 Inspection, Testing and Maintenance Programs. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 6.2.1 The board shall ensure that building systems are inspected, tested, and maintained as required by the adopted codes and standards. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 6.2.2 Personnel employed by a board performing inspection, testing, and maintenance programs are not required to be certified Fire Inspectors. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 6.2.2.1 Exception: Work conducted on system components that would require permits, licensing, or certifications under any adopted codes, laws, or regulations. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 6.2.3 Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance Records shall be retained for at least two years. Records shall indicate the procedure or inspection performed, the organization that performed the procedure or inspection, the results, and the date. The board shall provide these records for review by the local fire department having certified Fire Inspectors or to the Division of Fire Safety. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] SECTION 7 FIRE INSPECTOR CERTIFICATION 7.1 Fire Inspectors performing construction plan review and inspections shall be “Certified Fire Inspectors” as defined in section 24-33.5-1202 (2.5) C.R.S. Inspectors shall be certified to the appropriate level defined in Sections 4 – 6 for the task performed. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 7.2 Candidates shall complete the following items for application as a Certified Fire Inspector: [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 7.2.1 Complete the application form for fire inspector certification, which is available from the Division of Fire Safety. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 7.2.2 Include a letter from your agency’s chief executive attesting to: [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 7.2.2.1 The applicant is employed by a county, municipality, special district, or state agency that has Fire Code enforcement responsibility. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 7.2.2.2 The agency is responsible for Fire Code enforcement in their jurisdiction. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 7.2.2.3 The applicant has the responsibility to conduct fire protection and life safety plan reviews and inspections. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 7.2.2.4 The applicant is qualified to conduct fire protection and life safety plan reviews and inspections. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 7.2.3 If not taking the fire inspector certification examination, provide a resume and sufficient proof of equivalent qualification including education, training and experience. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 7.2.4 Pay the required certification fee. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 7.3 Fire Inspector Written Examinations [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 7.3.1 The written examination shall consist of multiple-choice questions derived from the adopted Codes, NFPA Standards and Rules promulgated by the Division of Fire Safety. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 7.3.2 Candidates must correctly answer eighty percent (80%) of the questions on the examination to become certified. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 7.3.3 Candidates that do not achieve a passing score may retake the examination after thirty (30) days have elapsed, and upon re-application and payment of the application fee. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 7.4 Fire Inspector Certification is valid for a period of three years from the date of issuance, unless earlier suspended or revoked. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 7.5 RESERVED [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 7.5.3 Payment of the required renewal fee. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 7.6 Municipalities, counties, fire protection districts and other state or local authorities employing certified fire inspectors must maintain records of all plan reviews and inspections conducted by the inspector during the three year certification period. Said records shall be made available for review by the Division of Fire Safety, upon request. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 7.7 Inspectors must place their certification number on all completed inspection and plan registration forms. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 7.8 There shall be three levels of certification for Fire Inspectors. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 7.8.1 FIRE INSPECTOR I - In order to become certified as Fire Inspector I, a person must meet at least one of the following criteria: [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 7.8.1.1 Satisfactorily complete the Fire Inspector I certification examination, administered by the Division of Fire Safety, by correctly answering at least 80 percent of the questions. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 7.8.1.2 Possess current and valid inspector certification(s) issued by a nationally recognized organization, which includes knowledge in fire protection and life safety systems, plan review and inspection. The following certifications are approved: [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] (1). ICC Fire Inspector I [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] (2). Company Officer Fire Inspector – Uniform Fire Code 7.8.1.3 Demonstrate to the Division of Fire Safety that they have met equivalent qualifications, including education, training and experience by submitting documentation to the Division. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] (1). Requisite Knowledge, Skill and Ability Required [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] (a). Applicant shall have the requisite skills and knowledge specified in NFPA 1030 – Standard for Professional Qualifications for Fire Inspector and Plans Examiner for Fire Inspector I. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] (4). Equivalent Qualifications [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] (a). A combination of three (3) years of education and work experience in fire protection and/or code enforcement. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 1. Education shall be an Associate Degree or above in Fire Science, Fire Prevention, Fire Protection Engineering or other approved related major. [Emer. Rule eff.

7/20/2007] 2. Work experience shall be specifically in fire prevention, fire protection, code enforcement or inspection. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] (b). Evidence of completion of courses that directly relate to fire protection inspections delivered by a recognized organization or institution, including, but not limited to: [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 1. National Fire Protection Association [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 2. International Code Council [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 3. National Fire Academy [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 4. American Fire Sprinkler Association [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 5. National Fire Sprinkler Association [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 6. Society of Fire Protection Engineers [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 7. Automatic Fire Alarm Association [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 8. Oklahoma State University [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 9. University of Maryland [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 10. Worcester Polytechnic Institute [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] (c). Current Colorado license as a registered professional engineer specializing in fire protection. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] (d). Submit evidence of current and valid certification in another state, which is determined by the Division of Fire Safety to be at least equivalent to the requirements listed herein. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 7.8.2 FIRE INSPECTOR II - In order to become certified as Fire Inspector II, a person must meet at least one of the following criteria: [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 7.8.2.1 Satisfactorily complete the Fire Inspector II certification examination, administered by the Division of Fire Safety, by correctly answering at least 80 percent of the questions. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 7.8.2.2 Possess current and valid inspector certification(s) issued by a nationally recognized organization, which includes knowledge in fire protection and life safety systems, plan review and inspection. The following certifications are approved: [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] (1). ICC Fire Inspector II [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] (2). Uniform Fire Code Inspector [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 7.8.2.3 Demonstrate to the Division of Fire Safety that they have met equivalent qualifications, including education, training and experience by submitting documentation to the Division. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] (1). Requisite Knowledge, Skill and Ability Required (a). Applicant shall have the requisite skills and knowledge specified in NFPA 1031 – Standard for Professional Qualifications for Fire Inspector and Plans Examiner for Fire Inspector II. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] (2). Equivalent Qualifications [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] (a). A combination of four (4) years of education and work experience in fire protection and/or code enforcement. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 1. Education shall be an Associate Degree or above in Fire Science, Fire Prevention, Fire Protection Engineering or other approved related major. [Emer. Rule eff.

7/20/2007] 2. Work experience shall be specifically in fire prevention, fire protection, code enforcement or inspection. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] (b). Evidence of completion of courses that directly relate to fire protection inspections delivered by a recognized organization or institution, including, but not limited to: [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 1. National Fire Protection Association [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 2. International Code Council [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 3. National Fire Academy [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 4. American Fire Sprinkler Association [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 5. National Fire Sprinkler Association [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 6. Society of Fire Protection Engineers [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 7. Automatic Fire Alarm Association [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 8. Oklahoma State University [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 9. University of Maryland [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 10. Worcester Polytechnic Institute [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] (c). Current Colorado license as a registered professional engineer specializing in fire protection. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] (d). Submit evidence of current and valid certification in another state, which is determined by the Division of Fire Safety to be at least equivalent to the requirements listed herein. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 7.8.3 FIRE INSPECTOR III – PLANS EXAMINER - In order to become certified as Fire Inspector III – Plans Examiner, a person must meet at least one of the following criteria: [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 7.8.3.1 Satisfactorily complete the Fire Inspector III - Fire Plans Examiner examination, administered by the Division of Fire Safety, by correctly answering at least 80 percent of the questions. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 7.8.3.2 Possess current and valid inspector certification(s) issued by a nationally recognized organization, which includes knowledge in fire protection and life safety systems, plan review and inspection. The following certifications are approved: [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] (1). ICC Fire Inspector II and ICC Fire Plans Examiner [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] (2). ICC Fire Inspector II and ICC Building Plans Examiner [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] (3). ICC Fire Inspector II and 2 years minimum documented plan review experience. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] (4). Uniform Fire Inspector and Building Plans Examiner – Uniform Building Code [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] (5). ICC Fire Inspector II and Building Plans Examiner – Uniform Building Code. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 7.8.3.3 Demonstrate to the Division of Fire Safety that they have met equivalent qualifications, including education, training and experience by submitting documentation to the Division. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] (1). Requisite Knowledge, Skill and Ability Required [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] (a). Applicant shall have the requisite skills and knowledge specified in NFPA 1031 – Standard for Professional Qualifications for Fire Inspector and Plans Examiner for Fire Inspector II. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] (b). Applicant shall have the requisite skills and knowledge specified in NFPA 1031 – Standard for Professional Qualifications for Fire Inspector and Plans Examiner for Fire Plans Examiner II. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] (2). Equivalent Qualifications [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] (a). A combination of five (5) years of education and work experience in fire protection and/or code enforcement. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 1. Education shall be an Associate Degree or above in Fire Science, Fire Prevention, Fire Protection Engineering or other approved related major. [Emer. Rule eff.

7/20/2007] 2. Work experience shall be specifically in fire prevention, fire protection, code enforcement or inspection. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] (b). Evidence of completion of courses that directly relate to fire protection inspections delivered by a recognized organization or institution, including, but not limited to: [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 1. National Fire Protection Association [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 2. International Code Council [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 3. National Fire Academy [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 4. American Fire Sprinkler Association [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 5. National Fire Sprinkler Association [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 6. Society of Fire Protection Engineers [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 7. Automatic Fire Alarm Association [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 8. Oklahoma State University [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 9. University of Maryland [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 10. Worcester Polytechnic Institute [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] (c). Current Colorado license as a registered professional engineer specializing in fire protection. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] (d). Submit evidence of current and valid certification in another state, which is determined by the Division of Fire Safety to be at least equivalent to the requirements listed herein. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 7.9 Denial, revocation, suspension, annulment, limitation or modification of certification. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 7.9.1 Denial of Certification [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 7.9.1.1 The Division of Fire Safety, in accordance with the Administrative Procedures Act, 24-4-101 C.R.S., et seq., as amended, may deny any certificate or refuse to renew a certificate to any applicant for, but not limited to, the following reasons: [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] (1). Failure to meet requirements specified in these rules pertaining to the issuance of certificates and/or the renewal of certification. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] (2). Any conduct as described in Section 7.9.2.2 pertaining to good cause for disciplinary action. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] (3). Fraud, misrepresentation, or deception in applying for or securing certification, or in taking any written certification examination. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] (4). Aiding and abetting another person in procuring or attempting to procure certification for any person who is not eligible for certification. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] (5). Creating a disturbance during a state written examination, or conducting themselves in a manner that disrupts other persons taking the examination or prevents the examination proctor from conducting the examination. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 7.9.2 Revocation, suspension, or limitation of certification. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 7.9.2.1 Any certification issued by the Division of Fire Safety may be suspended, summarily suspended, revoked, or limited for good cause in accordance with the Administrative Procedures Act, 24-4-101 C.R.S., et seq., as amended. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 7.9.2.2 Good cause for disciplinary sanctions listed in this section (denial, revocation, suspension, annulment, limitation, or modification of certification) shall include, but not be limited to: [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] (1). Evidence that the minimum standards for certification set forth in these rules have not been met. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] (2). Material misstatement or misrepresentation on the application for certification. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] (3). Proof of unfitness. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] (4). Proof of individual's failure to meet, and continue to meet, performance standards at the level certified. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] (5). Obtaining or attempting to obtain certification or recertification by fraud, misrepresentation, deception, or subterfuge. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] (6). Materially altering any Division of Fire Safety certificate, or using and/or possessing any such altered certificate. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] (7). Unlawfully discriminating in the provisions of services based upon national origin, race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, physical or mental disability, sexual preference, or economic status. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] (8). Representing qualifications at any level other than the person's current certification level. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] (9). Failure to pay required fees for certification. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 7.9.3 In addition to those items listed in Rule 7.9.2.2, good cause for disciplinary sanctions listed in this section (denial, revocation, suspension, annulment, limitation, or modification of certification) against the certification held by an exam proctor shall include, but not be limited to: [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 7.9.3.1 Failure to adhere to the policies, procedures, and administrative requirements for delivery, documenting, test administration, and certification as adopted, administered and/or recognized by The Division of Fire Safety. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 7.9.3.2 Failure to maintain security over written exams, including unauthorized access or reproduction of examination materials. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 7.9.4 If the Division of Fire Safety finds that grounds exist for the denial, revocation, suspension, annulment, limitation, or modification of certification of any emergency response personnel or applicant, action will be taken according to the provisions of the Colorado Administrative Procedure Act, Section 24-4-101 C.R.S., et. sec., as amended. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 7.9.5 Upon the denial, revocation, suspension, annulment, limitation, or modification of any applicant, the person shall return to the Division of Fire Safety, all certificates, cards, patches or other identification issued by the Division for said certification and accreditation levels. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] SECTION 8 – CODES AND STANDARDS ADOPTED 8.1 Refer to the Rules promulgated by the Division of Oil and Public Safety for a complete list of codes and standards applicable to public school construction. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] SECTION 9 – RESERVED SECTION 10 – FEES AND CHARGES 10.1 The Colorado Division of Fire Safety will charge the following fees for services: [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] 10.1.1 Certification or Renewal $20.00 of Fire Inspectors by State examination 10.1.2 Certification by $30.00 equivalent qualification review SECTION 11 – SEVERABILITY 11.1 If any provision of these rules and regulations or the application thereof to any person or circumstance is held invalid for any reason, the invalidity shall not affect the other provisions of these rules and regulations, which can be given effect without the invalid provisions. To this end, all provisions of these rules and regulations are declared to be severable. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] SECTION 12 – INQUIRIES 12.1 Questions, clarification, or interpretation of these rules should be addressed in writing to: Public School Fire Safety Program Administrator, Colorado Division of Fire Safety, 9195 East Mineral Avenue Suite 234, Centennial, CO 80112. Telephone number: (720) 852-6735. [Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007] _____________________________________________________ Editor’s Notes History Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007.