New Construction inspections are conducted on new construction projects to ensure compliance with State and local Fire Codes and requirements both during construction and prior to occupancy of property. Inspectors verify that Contractors and Installers are properly licensed and that work is complaint with and is installed/constructed…
Month: January 2022
Posting a Fire Watch
BACKGROUND A fire watch is a physical inspection conducted when a BUILDINGS fire alarm, sprinkler or other suppression systems, are temporarily out of service. Posting of a fire watch is the responsibility of the building owner or their designated representative, which may include tenants or construction superintendents.
Burn Permits
A burn permit is required for all open fires in Suwannee County, except cooking fires. All permits are issued and controlled by Florida Forestry Service. Land owners and contractors can apply for a burn permit for land clearing and other farming or agricultural operations.
ICE
ICE (In Case of Emergency) If you should become incapacitated or in an accident, emergency workers need a quick way to find out who to contact. Paramedics, police and firefighters can waste valuable time trying to figure out which name in a cell phone to call in an emergency. They need to talk immediately to a family member or close friend so you can get the medical attention you need as soon as possible…
Smoke Dectectors
Install Suwannee County Rescue recommends that you install at least one smoke detector on every level of your home, including the attic and basement. Even better is one in every bedroom. Smoke detectors are designed to wake you up if a fire starts while you are sleeping. Be sure your smoke alarms are near bedrooms and other sleeping areas of your home…
Workplace Safety
Workplace Safety About four workers out of every 1,000 are killed on the job each year, with the top four causes being highway accidents, homicides, falls and contact with objects and equipment. Although workplaces can be dangerous, state and federal regulations are in place to ensure workers’ safety. The sites listed below contain detailed information about workplace hazards, safety and health topics, illnesses, injuries and working conditions. They also provide information about filing an OSHA complaint or requesting a health hazard investigation…