DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY Division of Fire Safety FIRE CODE ENFORCEMENT AND CERTIFICATION OF FIRE INSPECTORS FOR PUBLIC SCHOOLS, CHARTER SCHOOLS 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.

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. 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.

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.

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:

2.1.1 BOARD – means the school district, charter school, institute charter school, junior college, or their designated representative.

2.1.2 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. 2.1.3 CEU – means continuing education units. Each 10 hours of related professional development activities equals one CEU.

2.1.4 C.R.S. – means Colorado Revised Statutes 2.1.5 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.

2.1.6 DIVISION OF FIRE SAFETY – The Division of Fire Safety in the Office of Preparedness, Security, and Fire Safety in the Department of Public Safety. 2.1.7 DIVISION OF OIL AND PUBLIC SAFETY – The Division of Oil and Public Safety in the Department of Labor and Employment.

2.1.8 EMPLOYEE – means a paid or volunteer member of a fire department. 2.1.9 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.

2.1.10 ICC – means International Code Council and its Legacy Codes. 2.1.11 INDIVIDUAL (or PERSON) – means a person, including an owner, manager, officer, employee, or individual.

2.1.12 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.

2.1.13 INSTALLATION – means the initial placement of equipment or the extension, modification or alteration of equipment after the initial placement. 2.1.14 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. 2.1.15 MAINTENANCE – means to sustain in a condition of repair that will allow performance as originally designed or intended.

2.1.16 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.

2.1.17 NICET – means the National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies. 2.1.18 NFPA – means the National Fire Protection Association. 2.1.19 PROFESSIONAL ENGINEER– means licensed in the State of Colorado as an engineer and working within competence, training and/or education pertinent to fire protection and life safety.

2.1.20 SERVICE (or REPAIR) – means to repair in order to return the system to operation as originally designed or intended.

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. 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.

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.

SECTION 4 PLAN REVIEW 4.1 Construction plan reviews shall be performed by persons certified as Fire Inspector III – Plans Examiner 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. 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. 4.4 Preliminary Review:

4.4.1 For all construction projects with a projected value equal to or greater than $500,000, the Board must submit a preliminary review package to the Fire Code Official. 4.4.2 The preliminary review package shall contain at a minimum: 4.4.2.1 A preliminary site plan showing:

(1). The property address(s) (or legal description).

(2). Boundaries.

(3). Existing buildings (include dimensions to adjacent buildings when less than 60-feet away).

(4). Proposed buildings and/or additions, and the location of any anticipated future additions (dashed line).

(5). Parking lots.

(6). Fenced areas.

(7). Fire hydrants.

(8). Fire apparatus access roads.

(9). Water supply information.

4.4.2.2 Preliminary code plans, showing the floor plan(s) of the proposed and/or existing building(s). The plans shall include the following minimum information, however, the designer may provide additional information at their discretion. (1). Calculation of the allowable and actual area of the building. (2). Calculation of the allowable and actual height of the building. (3). Identify new construction, remodeled areas and existing, unaffected areas. (4). The proposed occupancy group(s) of the building. Include daytime use and after-hours use occupancy groups where applicable.

(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.

(6). All exits and stairways.

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.

4.4.4 The Fire Code Official has ten business days, upon receipt of a complete review package, 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. 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.

4.5 Construction Document Review 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:

4.5.1.1 A copy of the fully completed permit application. 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.

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.

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. 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. 4.5.2.1 A site plan showing:

(1). The property address(s) (or legal description).

(2). Boundaries.

(3). Existing buildings (include dimensions to adjacent buildings when less than 60-feet away).

(4). Proposed buildings and/or additions, and the location of any anticipated future additions (dashed line).

(5). Parking lots.

(6). Fenced areas.

(7). Fire hydrants.

(8). Fire apparatus access roads.

(9). Water supply information.

4.5.2.2 Code plans, showing the floor plans of all proposed and/or existing buildings and including:

(1). Identify new construction, existing to remain and remodel areas. (2). Label each room (use or occupancy group).

(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 the adopted building code). The occupancy shall be calculated for both the “daytime use” educational occupancy and for the “after hours” assembly occupancy of the building where applicable. (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). (5). All exits and all stairways, including dimensions (clear width). Provide calculations of the required and provided egress width. (6). Maximum travel distance(s) to the exits, measured with the method prescribed by the adopted building code.

(7). Identify common paths of travel and dead end corridors and provide measurements of such elements.

(8). Identify location of the main fire alarm control panel (FACP) and remote annunciators (if provided).

(9). Identify location of the fire sprinkler riser/pump room (if provided). 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. (1). Description of project (new, remodel, addition).

(2). Location (include address, city and county).

(3). Owner Information / School District (4). Name of Fire Department Jurisdiction (5). Type of construction (6). Allowable and actual area calculations.

(7). Include floor-by-floor breakdown for multi-story buildings. (8). Include mixed ratio calculations for mixed occupancy use (does not include incidental or accessory uses).

(9). Allowable and actual height calculations.

(10). Structural fire resistance ratings.

(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.

(12). Description of life safety features provided, such as emergency lighting, exit signage, emergency generators, etc.

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).

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.

4.5.5 The Fire Code Official has ten business days, upon receipt of a complete review package, 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. 4.5.6 The Division of Oil and Public Safety, the local fire department and/or the Division of Fire Safety and the 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. 4.6 Deferred Submittals / Shop Drawings 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.

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 . (1). Provide a minimum of four (4) complete copies of the submittal. (2). Submittal packages shall contain the minimum information required by the adopted Fire Code and NFPA 13.

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.

(1). Provide a minimum of four (4) complete copies of the submittal. (2). Submittal packages shall contain the minimum information required by the adopted Fire Code and NFPA 72.

4.6.2 Minimum qualifications for fire suppression and fire alarm system design and installation. 4.6.2.1 Fire Suppression Systems (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.

4.6.2.2 Fire Alarm Systems (1). The design of any new system or alteration of an existing fire alarm system using the prescriptive requirements of NFPA 72 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.

(2) The design of any new system or alteration of an existing fire alarm system using performance based design methods as described by NFPA 72 or alternative materials and methods as described by the adopted Fire Code shall be performed by a person that is currently a professional engineer.

(3). The installation 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.

4.7 Small Projects 4.7.1 Small projects that are limited to remodel or repair and that do not change the building footprint, occupancy, occupant load or egress arrangements are exempt from the requirements listed in Rule 4.5.2. Such projects shall not adversely affect the existing fire protection and life safety systems in the building. Sufficient information shall be submitted to illustrate the extent of the project and prove that the fire protection and life safety aspects of the building are not adversely affected. 4.7.2 Small projects involving minor modification, repair or replacement of existing fire protection and life safety systems are exempt from the requirements of Rule 4.5.2, provided such projects will not adversely affect the protection provided by the existing systems. 4.7.2.1 Small sprinkler system projects.

(1). A submittal is required in accordance with C.C.R. 1507-11 - Colorado Fire Suppression program.

4.7.2.2 Small fire alarm system projects.

(1). A submittal is required for work involving the addition, deletion or relocation of fire alarm system devices.

(2). The addition of devices onto an existing system requires updated standby battery and voltage drop calculations to prove that the existing system has sufficient capacity to support the new devices.

4.7.3 Projects limited to the addition or upgrade of fire protection and fire alarm systems to an existing building are exempt from the requirements of Rule 4.5.2. System installation drawings shall be submitted in accordance with the requirements of Rule 4.6. 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.

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.

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.

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.

5.3.1.1 Visual inspection of sprinkler piping prior to installation of the ceiling. 5.3.1.2 Witness of the hydrostatic testing of the sprinkler system. 5.3.1.3 Witness of the fire pump testing if applicable. 5.3.1.4 Preliminary observation of fire alarm system installation. 5.3.1.5 Preliminary observation of fire service features (fire hydrants, apparatus access, etc.)

5.3.1.6 Preliminary observation of other fire protection and life safety systems and features.

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. 5.3.2.1 Witness of sprinkler system testing not performed during the mid-construction testing.

5.3.2.2 Acceptance testing of fire sprinkler systems.

5.3.2.3 Acceptance testing of alternative fire suppression systems. 5.3.2.4 Acceptance testing of fire alarm systems.

5.3.2.5 Visual inspection of suppression system installation. 5.3.2.6 Visual inspection of fire alarm system installation. 5.3.2.7 Visual inspection of fire service features.

5.3.2.8 Visual inspection of life safety features.

5.3.2.9 Visual inspection of special hazards.

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. 5.4.1 If the Certified Fire Inspector II also holds a Fire Suppression System Inspector certification, the inspector may perform both inspections. 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. 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. SECTION 6 MAINTENANCE INSPECTIONS AND INSPECTION, TESTING AND MAINTENANCE PROGRAMS 6.1 Maintenance Inspections.

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. 6.1.1.1 If the fire department is unable or unwilling to perform maintenance inspections, the Division of Fire safety shall perform them.

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.

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. 6.1.4 Nothing in this Section 6.1 shall prohibit the fire department providing fire protection services from conducting routine assessments of buildings and structures. However, certification of Fire Inspectors is required for enforcement actions. 6.2 Inspection, Testing and Maintenance Programs.

6.2.1 The Board shall ensure that building systems are inspected, tested, and maintained as required by the adopted codes and standards.

6.2.2 Personnel employed by a Board performing inspection, testing, and maintenance programs are not required to be certified Fire Inspectors.

6.2.2.1 Exception: Work conducted on system components that would require permits, licensing, or certifications under any adopted codes, laws, or regulations. 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.

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 through 6 of this rule for the task performed. 7.2 Applicants shall complete the following items for application as a Certified Fire Inspector: 7.2.1 Complete the application form for fire inspector certification, which is available from the Division of Fire Safety.

7.2.2 Include a letter from your agency’s chief executive attesting to: 7.2.2.1 The applicant is employed by or volunteers for a county, municipality, special district, or state agency that has Fire Code enforcement responsibility. 7.2.2.2 The agency is responsible for Fire Code enforcement in their jurisdiction. 7.2.2.3 The applicant has the responsibility to conduct fire protection and life safety plan reviews and inspections.

7.2.2.4 The applicant is qualified to conduct fire protection and life safety plan reviews and inspections.

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. 7.2.4 Pay the required certification fee.

7.3 Fire Inspector Written Examinations 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. 7.3.2 Applicants must correctly answer eighty percent (80%) of the questions on the examination to become certified .

7.3.3 Applicants 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. 7.4 Fire Inspector Certification is valid for a period of three years from the date of issuance, unless earlier suspended or revoked.

7.5 Renewal of certification is the responsibility of the certified individual. Renewal shall require an application accompanied by the following:

7.5.1 A letter from the agency's chief executive attesting to the fact that the applicant has maintained the knowledge, skills and ability to continue to conduct fire protection and life safety plan reviews and inspections, and the fact that the applicant continues to have the responsibility to conduct plan reviews and/or inspections, AND 7.5.2 Certification renewal is contingent on meeting one of the following educational requirements during the three year certification period: 7.5.2.1 Fifteen hours of continuing education relating to the field of fire protection including, but not limited to, classes, seminars, and training conducted by professional organizations or trade associations; or.

7.5.2.2 Documentation to the Division of Fire Safety of 1.5 CEU’s relevant to the field of fire protection by participation in educational and professional activities. CEU’s will be granted for the professional development activities as depicted in the table below: (It is important to obtain documentation and keep records of each activity attended during the certification period).

Participation as a student 0.1 CEU per clock hour in a seminar or technical of attendance session related to fire protection and life safety systems conducted by a qualified organization.

Such organizations include, but are not limited to: ICC, NFPA, Society of Fire Protection Engineers, National Fire Sprinkler Association, American Fire Sprinkler Association, Automatic Fire Alarm Association, Oklahoma State University, National Fire Academy, Fire Marshals Association of Colorado training sessions, etc.

Attendance at NFPA 0.1 CEU per clock hour and/or ICC code of attendance up to 1.0 development hearings CEU per renewal period.

related to fire protection, fire prevention or life safety.

Committee or board 0.5 CEU per committee, service for NFPA and/or per year.

ICC for one full year.

Instruction of a seminar 0.1 CEU per clock hour or technical session of instruction delivered.

delivered for a related professional association, state or local code enforcement agency, standards writing organization or any related program.

Participation as a student 1.0 CEU per credit hour.

in a university, community college, junior college, technical or vocational school in a course related to fire protection, fire prevention or life safety.

Participation as an 1.0 CEU per credit hour.

instructor in a university, community college, junior college, technical or vocational school in a course related to fire protection, fire prevention or life safety.

Documented in-house Up to 0.3 CEU per training or continuous renewal period.

employment as a code official, plans examiner, or inspector. Training shall be documented and approved by the chief executive, fire chief or training officer for the applicant’s organization.

Publication of a paper, 1.0 CEU per publication.

book or technical article for a related textbook or professional trade journal.

7.5.2.3 Applicants not meeting the requirements for continuing education specified in Rule 7.6.2.1 or 7.6.2.2 may retake the certification examination required of new applicants as an alternative for renewal.

7.5.2.4 Successful renewal of equivalent ICC certifications shall be considered as acceptable criteria for renewal of the State Fire Inspector certification. Submit proof of ICC renewal with the renewal application.

7.5.3 Payment of the required renewal fee.

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.

7.7 Inspectors must place their certification number on all completed inspection and plan registration forms.

7.8 There shall be three levels of certification for Fire Inspectors. 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:

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.

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:

(1). ICC Fire Inspector I (2). Company Officer Fire Inspector – Uniform Fire Code 7.8.1.3 Submit documentation to the Division of Fire Safety to demonstrate that they have the requisite skills and knowledge specified in NFPA 1031 – Standard for Professional Qualifications for Fire Inspector and Plans Examiner for Fire Inspector I, including education, training and experience. The following list identifies examples of education, training and experience that may be considered as equivalent to the requisite skills and knowledge for Fire Inspector I. This list shall not be considered as all inclusive.

(1). A combination of three (3) years of education and work experience in fire protection and/or code enforcement.

(a). Education shall be an Associate Degree or above in Fire Science, Fire Prevention, Fire Protection Engineering or other approved related major.

(b). Work experience shall be specifically in fire prevention, fire protection, code enforcement or inspection.

(2). Evidence of completion of courses that directly relate to fire protection inspections delivered by a recognized organization or institution, including, but not limited to:

(a). National Fire Protection Association (b). International Code Council (c). National Fire Academy (d). American Fire Sprinkler Association (e). National Fire Sprinkler Association (f). Society of Fire Protection Engineers (g). Automatic Fire Alarm Association (h). Oklahoma State University (i). University of Maryland (j). Worcester Polytechnic Institute (3). Current Colorado license as a registered professional engineer specializing in fire protection.

(4). 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.

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:

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.

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:

(1). ICC Fire Inspector II (2). Uniform Fire Code Inspector 7.8.2.3 Submit documentation to the Division of Fire Safety to demonstrate that they have the requisite skills and knowledge specified in NFPA 1031 – Standard for Professional Qualifications for Fire Inspector and Plans Examiner for Fire Inspector II including education, training and experience. The following list identifies examples of education, training and experience that may be considered as equivalent to the requisite skills and knowledge for Fire Inspector II. This list shall not be considered as all inclusive.

(1). A combination of four (4) years of education and work experience in fire protection and/or code enforcement.

(a). Education shall be an Associate Degree or above in Fire Science, Fire Prevention, Fire Protection Engineering or other approved related major.

(b). Work experience shall be specifically in fire prevention, fire protection, code enforcement or inspection.

(2). Evidence of completion of courses that directly relate to fire protection inspections delivered by a recognized organization or institution, including, but not limited to:

(a). National Fire Protection Association (b). International Code Council (c). National Fire Academy (d). American Fire Sprinkler Association (e). National Fire Sprinkler Association (f). Society of Fire Protection Engineers (g). Automatic Fire Alarm Association (h). Oklahoma State University (i). University of Maryland (j). Worcester Polytechnic Institute (3). Current Colorado license as a registered professional engineer specializing in fire protection.

(4). 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.

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: 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.

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:

(1). ICC Fire Inspector II and ICC Fire Plans Examiner (2). ICC Fire Inspector II and ICC Building Plans Examiner (3). ICC Fire Inspector II and 2 years minimum documented plan review experience.

(4). Uniform Fire Inspector and Building Plans Examiner – Uniform Building Code (5). ICC Fire Inspector II and Building Plans Examiner – Uniform Building Code. 7.8.3.3 Submit documentation to the Division of Fire Safety to demonstrate that they have the requisite skills and knowledge specified in NFPA 1031 – Standard for Professional Qualifications for Fire Inspector and Plans Examiner for Fire Inspector II and for Fire Plans Examiner II, including education, training and experience. The following list identifies examples of education, training and experience that may be considered as equivalent to the requisite skills and knowledge for Fire Inspector III. This list shall not be considered as all inclusive. (1). A combination of five (5) years of education and work experience in fire protection and/or code enforcement.

(a). Education shall be an Associate Degree or above in Fire Science, Fire Prevention, Fire Protection Engineering or other approved related major.

(b). Work experience shall be specifically in fire prevention, fire protection, code enforcement or inspection.

(2). Evidence of completion of courses that directly relate to fire protection inspections delivered by a recognized organization or institution, including, but not limited to:

(a). National Fire Protection Association (b). International Code Council (c). National Fire Academy (d). American Fire Sprinkler Association (e). National Fire Sprinkler Association (f). Society of Fire Protection Engineers (g). Automatic Fire Alarm Association (h). Oklahoma State University (i). University of Maryland (j). Worcester Polytechnic Institute (3). Current Colorado license as a registered professional engineer specializing in fire protection.

(4). 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.

7.9 Denial, revocation, suspension, annulment, limitation or modification of certification. 7.9.1 Denial of Certification 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: (1). Failure to meet requirements specified in these rules pertaining to the issuance of certificates and/or the renewal of certification. (2). Any conduct as described in Section 7.9.2.2 pertaining to good cause for disciplinary action.

(3). Fraud, misrepresentation, or deception in applying for or securing certification, or in taking any written certification examination. (4). Aiding and abetting another person in procuring or attempting to procure certification for any person who is not eligible for certification. (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.

7.9.2 Revocation, suspension, or limitation of certification. 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. 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:

(1). Evidence that the minimum standards for certification set forth in these rules have not been met.

(2). Material misstatement or misrepresentation on the application for certification.

(3). Proof of unfitness.

(4). Proof of individual's failure to meet, and continue to meet, performance standards at the level certified.

(5). Obtaining or attempting to obtain certification or recertification by fraud, misrepresentation, deception, or subterfuge.

(6). Materially altering any Division of Fire Safety certificate, or using and/or possessing any such altered certificate.

(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.

(8). Representing qualifications at any level other than the person's current certification level.

(9). Failure to pay required fees for certification.

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:

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. 7.9.3.2 Failure to maintain security over written exams, including unauthorized access or reproduction of examination materials.

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 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.

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.

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. SECTION 9 – APPEALS 9.1 Refer to the Rules promulgated by the Division of Oil and Public Safety for appeal procedure. SECTION 10 – FEES AND CHARGES 10.1 The fees for certification .

of Fire Inspectors shall become effective on January 1, 2008.

10.2 The Colorado Division of .

Fire Safety will charge the following fees for services:

10.2.1 Certification of Fire $30.00 Inspectors by State examination 10.2.2 Certification of Fire $40.00 Inspectors equivalent qualification review 10.2.3 Renewal of Fire Inspector $20.00 certification 10.2.4 Certification or renewal $10.00 of Fire Inspectors by reciprocity of equivalent ICC certifications.

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. 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. _____________________________________________________ Editor’s Notes History Emer. Rule eff. 7/20/2007. Entire Rule eff. 10/30/2007.