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Could I have a
Fire Inspector do a presentation to our classroom and/or community
group?
- Our Fire Inspectors are available to
do presentations upon request, however because of the increasing
number of requests, we ask that a 30-day advance notice be given,
along with any information that might help us when designing a
suitable program for your group.
Please fax Dorothy Britton at 905.420.4650 and a confirmation
will be mailed out to you.
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Will the Fire
Prevention office design an Emergency Escape Plan for our business?
- Unless otherwise
specified, this is the owner’s responsibility. However, we
will assist you with your design on request.
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Could we have a
demonstration on the use of Fire Extinguishers?
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Fire Inspectors are available to do demonstrations on request.
Please fax your request to Dorothy Britton at 905.420.4650. A
30-day advance notice is required and a confirmation date will be
mailed out to you.
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I operate a
daycare center. Is it mandatory to have it inspected?
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Daycare inspections are not mandatory, however we would recommend an
annual inspection or as required, “based on complaint” or
“change of ownership”.
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Is there a
charge to have my home inspected as a foster care facility?
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Presently, there is no charge for foster care home inspections,
however this may change depending on internal policy.
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Where do I
report a landlord who is currently operating a rooming or lodging
house or basement apartment that doesn’t meet minimum standards?
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Fire Prevention Services will investigate complaints of this nature,
and report their findings to the landlord for correction.
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I live in the
country. Is it ok for me to do open-air burning?
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No, open-air burning is not allowed regardless of where you live,
unless permission is obtained from the Fire Chief.
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call the Fire Prevention office at 905.420.4648 or send an email
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