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MCC Daily Tribune

Annual New York State Fire Inspection

The New York State Office of Fire Prevention and Control fire inspection will begin on Monday, March 5th, lasting approximately one week. Listed below are five common types of violations we have received in the past:

  • Combustible materials are stored too high in the room: the proper distance is 18 inches from the sprinkler head(s) or 24 inches from a ceiling that does not contain sprinklers.
  • Extension cords- Extension cords may only be used for temporary use. "Temporary use" is defined as a finite amount of time, e.g., for a class period. Extension cords cannot be affixed to the building in any way using tape, tie downs or any other means which make them permanent. How can you be compliant? Order a power strip or surge protector that has a reset which is UL approved. Power strips/surge protectors are not considered extension cords and can be used permanently. They must be plugged directly into a wall outlet and not into an extension cord or another surge protector. Be careful not to overload these with more than one appliance such as a coffee pot or microwave because they may not be rated for it.
  • Multiple extension cords used to power a single appliance- These "temporary use" extension cords must be plugged directly into a wall outlet and not into another extension cord or surge protector.
  • Blocked exits- Exits blocked by items such as furniture or combustible materials inside, snow buildup outside an exit door, inoperable doors or doors that are chained or bungeed closed.
  • Storage of combustible material not neat and orderly/combustible materials near ignition sources. The buildup of materials that will support combustion like paper, cardboard, wood, etc. near or around electrical outlets, lights, heaters, etc.

In addition, please pay special attention to keeping areas clear which may need to be accessed in an emergency such as: hallway corridors, seldom used secondary exits, electrical panels, electrical closets, fire alarm panels, fire extinguishers, emergency eyewashes, emergency showers, etc. Please leave adequate space.

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Ray Sabourin at X3153.

Sharon Marini
Environmental Health & Safety
02/27/2018