Fire Inspections and Regulations

Are you aware that you have fire protection responsibilities to reduce injury and loss to life and property? Be aware that fees and fines may be applied.

We'll work with you to meet these requirements. Contact us at flpd@nanaimo.ca

Explanation of the responsibilities:

• Fire Protection and Life Safety Bylaw No. 7108
• Guide to Fire Protection and Life Safety for Business Owners/Managers
  • Special Inspections
• Re-Inspection Fee (you may be charged $100 if inspection deficiencies are not corrected)
• Response to False Fire Alarms
• Fire Safety Plan
• Construction & Demolition Sites - Fire Safety Plan Template
• Application to Remove and/or Install a Fuel Storage Tank and Piping Commercial Property Information
• Fire Protection Technicians 
• Fire Alarm Systems
• Open Burning & Permits
• Private Fire Hydrant and Fire Connections
• Building Addressing
• Refuse Containers

Forms

 Here are some forms to help you meet those responsibilities:   

• Application to Remove or Install Storage Tanks
• Emergency Contact Person Form 
• Burning Permit
• Private Fire Hydrant Service Report
• Commitment Not To Create Grease-Laden Cooking Vapours