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Codes/Prevention
Fire Plans Review Office
The office consists of two Certified Fire Inspectors. Roles include the enforcement of fire codes of all commercial and industrial properties and multi-family dwellings in the city. Inspectors are to assist business owners and others charged with fire safety procedures and programs, along with the abatement of life/fire safety hazards.
Fire plans review are conducted in the fire codes office for all new construction and remodel of commercial/industrial properties. For information regarding plans review and required permits contact (731) 288-2572.
Pre-planning is an important part of everyday activities as the safety of the public and fire personnel is a constant goal of the prevention bureau. Inspectors along with the training officer will build data bases with photos along with mapping on each commercial and industrial building for our fire personnel to review during training time.
The Inspectors coordinate fire prevention activities, including public fire safety education, fire station tours, fire safety school programs, civic groups, and recognition of National Fire Protection Week.
All citizens are encouraged to take part in prevention of unwanted fires and life safety hazards. To report any life safety or fire hazards please contact the fire inspectors at (731) 288-7614.
Assemblies and commercial occupancies that serve alcoholic beverages will be inspected as part of the permit process as well as an annual building inspection. Occupancy loads are figured using the ICC and NFPA minimum standards. Each assembly will receive a copy of the occupancy count which shall be posted in plain view to the public.
Home fire safety inspections are offered free to citizens per request. This inspection will assist the public in life safety education. How to prevent unwanted fires, the nature of fire behavior, EXIT drills in the home, and egress from the home. To arrange an inspection please call (731) 288-7614.
Burn permits may be obtained in person at Fire Station #1 216 S. Church St. The Officer on duty will monitor the conditions for approval.
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