Commercial structures in Cedarville are subject to annual fire safety
inspections by Cedarville Fire Department's Fire Safety Inspector. This
following are some considerations to expedite the the fire safety inspection process
and make the inspections for the Cedarville business owners and the Cedarville
Fire Department.
Address Numbers - We ask that you post your address number on your
building. This makes it much easier for Fire/EMS personnel to locate your
building in the event of an emergency. House numbers can be easily
acquired from local hardware stores.
Surge Protected Power Strips - Power strips are allowed to be used
but all strips must be surge protected. Surge protected power strips can
be identified by a reset button somewhere on the strip. Power strips are
not allowed to be connected in series.
Extension Cords - Extension cords may be used temporarily but may not
be left plugged into electrical sockets. If left in place, extension
cords must not be wired under rugs or carpet and must not present a tripping
hazard.
Electrical Adaptors - Multi-plug electrical adaptors are only
allowed if they are surge protected.
Fire Extinguishers - Commercial structures are required to have fire
extinguishers and must not be expired. Extinguisher expiration date can
be checked on the attached information tag. Also extinguishers are
required to be serviced every year.
Exit Signs - Illuminated exit signs in place must maintained and in
good working order so as to provide clear directions in the event of an
emergency. As a courtesy for occupants in older commercial structures we
ask that you post at least a plastic exit sign.
Exposed Electrical Ducting - Exposed wires in electrical conduit or
junction boxes need to be covered. If you have exposed electrical wiring
please remedy the problem. Electrical outlets and switches must have a
cover.
Hallways - All items that may cause a trip hazard must be either
removed or the hazard eliminated. Hallways must remain clear of any
items. Hallways or isle ways must be at least 30" wide.
Ceiling Clearance - Rooms without sprinklers must have a 24"
clearance between stored items and the ceiling. For rooms with sprinklers
clearance must be 18".
Electrical Panel and Furnace - Electrical panel and Furnace equipment
must have at least a 30" clearance.