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The Independent Fire Code Specialist - Protecting Your Interests

Why Use The Services Of An Independent Inspector ?

Compliance dates for the different occupancy types covered by Ontario Fire Code Retrofit have all passed. Fire Departments in Ontario are busy writing notices of violation or issuing court summons to property owners for contravention of the Retrofit provisions.

Penalties for non-compliance are up to $50,000 for individuals and up to $100,000 for corporations. This may be in addition to up to 1 year in prison.
Compliance is now expected.

See News Articles for further information about past prosecutions.

Who Is Responsible ?

The Fire Code clearly states that the Owner is responsible for complying with the requirements of the Code. Some fire departments heavy handed "you are guilty, prove your innocence" approach for enforcement of the Retrofit provisions, appears to be contrary to Canadian traditions and legal practices.

The Issue

The fire departments of Ontario employ excellent fire fighters, fire safety promoters and fire prevention educators. However, some very rigid enforcement policies that are driven by liability concerns, continue to cause anguish among small apartment building and two unit building owners. The goal should be improved fire safety, not creating paperwork and a bureaucratic nightmare.

To-day Fire Departments increasingly tend to not have the resources or manpower to carry out the education of the property owner, and consequently are finding themselves in a position where they feel justified and compelled to prosecute when non-complying situations are discovered.

The property owner or prospective purchaser has very little recourse but to accept this heavy handed course of action.

The Solution

The Independent Fire Code Consultant, who is qualified in Fire Code issues, is able to offer advice on the best method of attaining compliance, prior to the official involvement of the authorities and the court system, thereby eliminating the risk of prosecution.

Who Should Use Our Services?

• The Conscientious Landlord

• Prospective Purchasers of Income Property

• Vendors of Income Property

• Real estate Professionals

• Legal, Mortgage and Insurance Personel

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