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What you should know...
Fire Alarm Systems are required to be maintained in operable condition at all times. As well, fire alarm systems shall be inspected in conformance with ULC-S536 and the Ontario Fire Code.
This code requires monthly and annual testing. Records must be kept by the building owner/manager for examination by your insurance company and/or the authority having jurisdiction. Only technicians who have completed the Canadian Fire Alarm Association Technician Education Program, or an equivalent course may perform repairs and inspections.
Don't be caught not knowing what to do. Be alert and always pull the alarm when you discover a fire Be aware of people around you and warn them of the fire CALL 911 never assume this has been done. Avoid fire by being preventative.
Fire prevention in the work place at it most basic.
- Never leave garbage to pile up
- Use you electrical equipment safely
- Know where your fire extinguisher are located
- If you work late, be extra careful and follow all safety procedures as you would at regular hours
- Be aware of escape routes for emergencies
- You are IN CHARGE of your own PERSONAL SAFETY!
Computer Fires
Know which Extinguisher to use!
A computer fire can be costly. Equip your computer room with a Clean Agent Extinguisher or a Suppression Extinguishment. Call us for details we want you to be informed.
CLEAN AGENT PORTABLE FIRE EXTINGUISHERS. Depending on your computer rooms hazard risk specific types of clean agent extinguishers may be required if factory mutual or your insurance company have told you what type to purchase, let us know and we will source it for you. Carbon dioxide or "Co2 extinguishers" are not recommended for computer rooms, price upon request.
Give us a call 416-901-9198
Need an inspection?
Have your fire extinguisher / extinguishers inspected service or recharge regularly to ensure proper operation in case of an emergency. Inspections are the key to knowing your fire equipment. Ttrain your staff to inspect and maintain your fire extinguishers.
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Give us a call 416-901-9198
We serve the GTA Toronto, Etobicoke,North York, Scarborough,East York, Mississauga, Brampton, Oakville, Burlington, Ajax, Pickering, Concord,Vaughn Residential,Commercial,Retail and Industrial Fire Protection Service
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Ontario Fire Code
All occupancies covered by the Ontario Fire Code require monthly and annual inspections of portable extinguishers. Any dry chemical extinguisher, whether for private or commercial use, must be disassembled, inspected internally and re-built every 6 or 5 years and hydro statically tested every 12 years. Extinguishers containing other agents are subject to other periodic maintenance.
Inspections—Its the Law!
Article 1.1.1.1
Inspections of your portable fire extinguishers is the law in Canada Article 1.1.1.1 Unless otherwise specified, the owner is responsible for carrying out the provisions of this Code.
Article 1.1.1.2. Where this Code requires that records of inspections, maintenance procedures or tests be retained for examination by the authority having jurisdiction, such records shall be retained during the required time interval between the inspections, maintenance procedures or tests, or for 2 years, whichever is greater.
Article 1.1.2.1. A written record shall be kept of all tests and corrective measures for a period of two years after they are made, and the record shall be made available upon request to the authority having jurisdiction.
At SCO we perform and complete an inspection with proper paper work and your report is then transferred to a PDF file and made available to you in both print and CD form. Your printed form will have a separate form with all listed inspection deficiencies found by our technicians with code references and recommendations and cost of repairs and or corrective measure.
Lost your inspection report? Not to worry we keep our reports on site for a minimum 5 years!
Fire Extinguishers
Portable Fire Extinguishers are essential for controlling a fire before it gets out of control. A partially charged, or neglected extinguisher may not be reliable in a fire situation. All occupancies covered by the Ontario Fire Code require monthly and annual inspections of portable extinguishers. Any dry chemical extinguisher, whether for private or commercial use, must be disassembled, inspected internally and re-built every 5 or 6 years and hydrostatically tested every 12 years. Extinguishers containing other agents are subject to other periodic maintenance.
Fire Alarm Systems
Fire Alarm Systems are required to be maintained in operable condition at all times. As well, fire alarm systems shall be inspected in conformance with ULC-S536 and the Ontario Fire Code. This code requires monthly and annual testing. Records must be kept by the building owner/manager for examination by your insurance company and/or the authority having jurisdiction. Only technicians who have completed the Canadian Fire Alarm Association Technician Education Program, or an equivalent course may perform repairs and inspections.
Sprinkler Systems
Sprinkler Systems Automatic Sprinkler Systems (wet and dry) are required to be maintained in operable condition at all times. Maintenance and inspection is required monthly, quarterly and yearly as mandated by the Ontario Fire Code. These inspections ensure the sprinkler systems are operable and ready for use should the need arise. Records of your sprinkler systems must be kept by the building owner for examination by your insurance company and/or the authority having jurisdiction.