• Where can I find technical illustrations about fire protection?

    Visit the Fire Protection Gallery and Safety Gallery. Members can download and use the images for educational purposes or inspection reports.

    Question Category: Technical/Life Safety

  • Where can I find technical illustrations related to safety? ie., inspector safety and building life safety features.

    Visit the Safety Gallery. Members can download and use the images for educational purposes or inspection reports.

    Question Category: Technical/Life Safety

  • How long does a typical fire extinguisher last?

    Fire extinguishers should have an expiration date and service tag affixed to them. This tag usually indicates the inspection schedule. For more information about inspecting fire extinguishers, visit Fire Instinguisher Maintenance and Inspection

    Question Category: Technical/Life Safety

  • Should I test the fire system or sub-contract it to a specialist?

    The ComSOP does not include the inspection of fire suppression systems. However, some inspectors take inventory and observe the installed systems. Then, bring in a specialty consultant if the client seeks additional information.

    Question Category: Technical/Life Safety