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Does This Meet Code 10

Electrical Systems and Required Clearance Do electrical systems require clearance and separation from other building systems?  Is this a requirement of the fire code, electrical code, plumbing code, or...

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Does this Meet Code 12

Flexible Armover Attachments Sprinkler systems have seen an increase in the use of specifically listed equipment.  Flexible arm-overs serve a great purpose in sprinkler system installation but are...

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Does This Meet Code 13

Proper Penetrations Multiple inspectors are challenged with systems that pass thru a fire separation or fire wall.  This can be the fire inspector looking at a fire sprinkler pipe which passes thru a...

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Does This Meet Code 14

Interior Finish or Decorations The pictures below are provided from one of Inspector report subscribers.  Its important that we set up these pictures.  The art work and other decorations are hung to...

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Does this Meet Code 15

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...

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Does this Meet Code 16

Change in Egress There are times construction projects lead to changes in the egress system.  Proper marking of an approved “exit” is critical to ensuring occupant safety in the occupied building....

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Does This Meet Code 17

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...

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Does This Meet Code 19

Its a Fire Safety Talk! As inspectors education is a key component of our profession.  Some times we run into some real smart kids.  So in lieu of asking if this meets code, has this every happened to...

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