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Airway Heights Fire Department
Occupancy: International Beauty Education Center
Occupancy ID: 83
Address: 12832 Highway 2
Airway Heights WA 99001
Inspection Type: Annual
Inspection Date: 2/9/2021 By: Henry, Nicholas M (029)
Form: Annual Inspection
Time In: 11:00 Time Out: 11:30
Authorized Date: 02/09/2021 By: Henry, Nicholas M (029)
Inspection Topics:
Addess/Access
1) Provide approved numbers or address
6" min. in height on contrasting background, plainly visible from the street or road fronting property. IFC 505.1
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2) Fire Lane Access Impaired
IFC Ch 503.2 Specifications. Fire apparatus access roads shall be installed and arranged in accordance with Sections 503.2.1 through 503.2.8. 503.2.1
Dimensions. Fire apparatus access roads shall have an unobstructed width of not less than 20 feet, exclusive of shoulders, except for approved security
gates in accordance with Section 503.6, and an unobstructed vertical clearance of not less than 13 feet 6 inches
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Rapid Entry
Provide a KNOX BOX or Gate Switch for 24hr access to builidng/Premisis.
506.1 Where required. Where access to or within a structure or an area is restricted because of secured openings or where immediate access is necessary
for life-saving or fire-fighting purposes, the fire code official is authorized to require a key box to be installed in an approved location.
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Provide updated key for Knox Box.
Keys need to be up to date to provide the Fire Department with Access in case of emergency
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Electrical
Discontinue Use of daisy chained power strips.
Daisy chaining power strips can cause an over load on the circuits causing heat and potentally starting a fire.
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Discontinue use of multi-plug adapters.
605.4 Multiplug adapters. Multiplug adapters, such as cube adapters, unfused plug strips or any other device not complying with NFPA 70 shall be prohibited.
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Printed on 02/09/21 at 12:53:12 Page 1 of 9Discontinue use of extension cords in lieu of permanent wiring. 605.5 Extension cords. Extension cords and flexible cords shall not be a substitute for permanent wiring. Extension cords and flexible cords shall not be affixed to structures, extended through walls, ceilings or floors, or under doors or floor coverings, nor shall such cords be subject to environmental damage or physical impact. Extension cords shall be used only with portable appliances. Status: Notes: All exposed wire must be covered. Exposed wire prvides a significant life safety hazard to the possibly of occupants being electrocuted. Status: Notes: All electrical receptical must be covered. Status: Notes: Maintain at least 30 inches clearance in front of electrical panel. Access to electrical panels must be cleared to allow for general inspection and emergency shutdown. Status: Notes: Each outlet box shall have a cover faceplate or fixture canopy. Covers protect people from being shocked by exposed wires, prevent spread of electrical current, and heat and flame during short circuits. Status: Notes: Maintain wiring in good condition and protect from damage. Worn or broken wires and plugs present a fire hazard and risk of electrical short circuit that can result in a fire. Status: Notes: Exits Provide Exit Pathway Illumination 1104.5 Illumination emergency power. Where means of egress illumination is provided, the power supply for means of egress illumination shall normally be provided by the premises’ electrical supply. In the event of power supply failure, illumination shall be automatically provided from an emergency system for the following occupancies where such occupancies require two or more means of egress: 1. Group A having 50 or more occupants. Group B buildings three or more stories in height, buildings with 100 or more occupants above or below a level of exit discharge serving the occupants or buildings with 1,000 or more total occupants. 3. Group E in interior exit access and exit stairways and ramps, corridors, windowless areas with student occupancy, shops and laboratories. 4. Group F having more than 100 occupants. 5. Group I. 6. Group M. Exception: Buildings less than 3,000 square feet (279 m2) in gross sales area on one story only, excluding mezzanines. Status: Notes: Remove Obstructions From Exits, Aisles, Corridors, and Stairways. Clear exit access is essential to prevent panic or accidental falling of occupants during evacuation. Status: Notes: Repair or maintain exit doors and hardware to operate properly. Well maintained exit doors and panic hardware provide safe and easy egress from a building. Status: Notes: Printed on 02/09/21 at 12:53:12 Page 2 of 9
Unlock all exit doors during business hours.
Locked exit doors make it impossible for occupants to escape safely and quickly.
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Provide Exit Sign
Exit signs 3/4" stroke letters at least 6" high and must comply with IFC 1011. Provide exit signs with letters at least 6 inches high on a contrasting
background. Approved exit sign illumination means that provide continuous illumination independent of external power sources for a duration of not less than
90 minutes, in case of primary power loss, are not required to be connected to an emergency electrical system.
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Provide sign "NOT AN EXIT"
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Remove unapproved locks or latches from exit doors./ Provide Approved Latching Device
1010.1.9.5 Unlatching. The unlatching of any door or leaf shall not require more than one operation. 1010.1.9.1 Hardware. Door handles, pulls, latches, locks
and other operating devices on doors required to be accessible by Chapter 11 of the International Building Code shall not require tight grasping, tight pinching
or twisting of the wrist to operate.
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Provide "TO EXIT" sign, arrow indicating direction of travel
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Provide sign "THIS DOOR TO REMAIN UNLOCKED DURING BUSINESS HOURS" Group A,B,F,M,and S.
In buildings in occupancy Group A having an occupant load of 300 or less, Groups B, F, M and S, and in places of religious worship, the main door or doors
are permitted to be equipped with key-operated locking devices from the egress side provided: 2.1. The locking device is readily distinguishable as locked.
2.2. A readily visible durable sign is posted on the egress side on or adjacent to the door stating: THIS DOOR TO REMAIN UNLOCKED WHEN THIS SPACE
IS OCCUPIED. The sign shall be in letters 1 inch (25 mm) high on a contrasting background.
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Provide sign (1" lettering) "FIRE DOOR DO NOT OBSTRUCT"
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Fire Extinguishers
Monthly Extinguisher Inspection
Fire Extiguisher should be inspected montly by staff to ensure that they are in full working order and have not been tampered with.
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Printed on 02/09/21 at 12:53:12 Page 3 of 9Mount extinguishers within IFC parameters.
906.9.1 Extinguishers weighing 40 pounds or less. Portable fire extinguishers having a gross weight not exceeding 40 pounds (18 kg) shall be installed so
that their tops are not more than 5 feet (1524 mm) above the floor. 906.9.2 Extinguishers weighing more than 40 pounds. Hand-held portable fire
extinguishers having a gross weight exceeding 40 pounds (18 kg) shall be installed so that their tops are not more than 3.5 feet (1067 mm) above the floor.
906.9.3 Floor clearance. The clearance between the floor and the bottom of installed hand-held portable fire extinguishers shall be not less than 4 inches (102
mm). 906.6 Unobstructed and unobscured. Portable fire extinguishers shall not be obstructed or obscured from view. In rooms or areas in which visual
obstruction cannot be completely avoided, means shall be provided to indicate the locations of extinguishers. (approved signage)
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Post signs indicating location where extinguishers are not readily visible.
Where extinguishers are not clearly visible, signs help occupants find the equipment in a hurry.
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Portable fire extinguishers are due for annual maintenance on:
Annual maintenance will provide for properly charge and serviced extinguishing devices, and assure proper operation if needed to fight a small fire.
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Provide X extinguisher(s) of a 2A10BC minimum rating, within 75 Feet of any portion of the building.
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Fire Separations
Keep attic and scuttle covers closed, and ceiling tiles in place.
Ceilings are an integral part of the building feets fire protection. If kept in place, the ceiling will protect roof structures from premature collapse.
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Remove obstructions from fire doors and maintain to operate properly.
Fire and smoke doors should not be blocked open or obstructed or fire and smoke will easily travel through the opening and cause excessive risk to life and
property.
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Seal unapproved openings with approved material.
Flame, smoke, and hot gases can easily travel through holes and pipe chases, thus creating more damage and a hazard to occupants.
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Fire Hydrants
Paint Hydrant, (Yellow-Public)(Red-Private)
NFPA 291 Ch 5
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Printed on 02/09/21 at 12:53:12 Page 4 of 9Provide/Repair vehicle impact protection around hydrant. 312.1 General. Vehicle impact protection required by this code shall be provided by posts that comply with Section 312.2 or by other approved physical barriers that comply with Section 312.3. 312.2 Posts. Guard posts shall comply with all of the following requirements: 1. Constructed of steel not less than 4 inches (102 mm) in diameter and concrete filled. 2. Spaced not more than 4 feet between posts on center. 3. Set not less than 3 feet deep in a concrete footing of not less than a 15-inch diameter. 4. Set with the top of the posts not less than 3 feet above ground. 5. Located not less than 3 feet from the protected object. Status: Notes: Remove obstruction of fire hydrant/fire protection equipment IFC 507.5.4 Obstruction. Unobstructed access to fire hydrants shall be maintained at all times. The fire department shall not be deterred or hindered from gaining immediate access to fire protection equipment or fire hydrants. 507.5.5 Clear space around hydrants. A 3-foot clear space shall be maintained around the circumference of fire hydrants, except as otherwise required or approved. Status: Notes: Repair/replace, annual inspection-Hydrant IFC 507.5.4 Obstruction. Unobstructed access to fire hydrants shall be maintained at all times. The fire department shall not be deterred or hindered from gaining immediate access to fire protection equipment or fire hydrants. 507.5.5 Clear space around hydrants. A 3-foot clear space shall be maintained around the circumference of fire hydrants, except as otherwise required or approved. Status: Notes: Housekeeping Arrange storage in orderly manner to provide for exiting and fire department access. Good housekeeping makes an area safer for occupants and contributes less fuel to a fire. When storage is orderly, fire fighters can get fast access to minimize fire damage. Status: Notes: Occupancy load needs posting IFC 1004.3 Status: Notes: Remove or store rubbish, waste material, oily rags in closed metal containers. Safety containers for oily and greasy rags are designed to prevent spontaneous ignition of their contents. Other highly flammable wastes must be separated from sources of ignition. Status: Notes: Provide approved waste containers for combustible waste. Heavy duty or metal containers are necessary to confine a fire in the receptacle to prevent if spreading to the building. Status: Notes: Chain all compressed gas cylinders in an upright position and provide protective caps. Compressed gas cylinders, empty or full, can take off like a rocket in any direction if they fail and rupture. Status: Notes: Boiler, mechanical, and electrical panel rooms shall not be used for storage. Combustible materials in these equipment rooms often get put too close to sources of heat and a fire will likely result. Status: Notes: Printed on 02/09/21 at 12:53:12 Page 5 of 9
Post and enforce 'No Smoking' signs.
'No Smoking' areas are designated because the use of smoking materials in those areas could cause a fire.
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Reduce storage height to at least 2 feet below ceiling.
315.3.1 Ceiling clearance. Storage shall be maintained 2 feet (610 mm) or more below the ceiling in nonsprinklered areas of buildings or not less than 18
inches (457 mm) below sprinkler head deflectors in sprinklered areas of buildings.
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Move the dumpster at least 5 feet from the building or overhangs.
Dumpsters are a common fire target of vandals. Moving the dumpster away will reduce the risk of a fire spreading to the building.
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Flammable Liquids
Discontinue use of Class 1 liquids (gasoline, etc.) for cleaning.
These liquids are highly volatile and can be easily ignited by sparks, pilot lights, or other sources of heat.
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Storage in excess of 10 gallons shall be in an approved cabinet.
In the event of a fire, flammable liquids can readily accelerate its spread. Confining the stored liquids to secure cabinets will limit this fire exposure.
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Discontinue pouring from containers exceeding 5 gallons or provide pump taking suction from top.
Larger flammable liquid containers are difficult to handle, and their contents are easily spilled. Pumps taking suction from the top restrict the amount likely to
be discharged accidentally.
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Store liquids away from exits, aisles, corridors, or stairways.
The accelerating effect of flammable liquids in a fire can quickly make safe exit impossible.
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Use only approved safety can for portable dispensing of flammable liquids.
Safety containers for flammable or combustible liquids are designed to prevent flammable fumes from escaping or accidental spills.
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Stairwells
Discontinue blocking stairway enclosure door
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Printed on 02/09/21 at 12:53:12 Page 6 of 9ID stairway landing # each level if >2
IFC 1019.1.7
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Maintain roof access
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Remove storage from beneath stairwell
304.2 Storage. Storage of combustible rubbish shall not produce conditions that will create a nuisance or a hazard to the public health, safety or welfare.
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Range Hood
Remove accumulation of grease from the range, hood, filters & flue system
609.3 Operations and maintenance. Commercial cooking systems shall be operated and maintained in accordance with Sections 609.3.1 through 609.3.4.
609.3.1 Ventilation system. The ventilation system in connection with hoods shall be operated at the required rate of air movement, and classified grease
filters shall be in place when equipment under a kitchen grease hood is used. 609.3.2 Grease extractors. Where grease extractors are installed, they shall be
operated when the commercial-type cooking equipment is used. 609.3.3.2 Grease accumulation. If during the inspection it is found that hoods, grease-
removal devices, fans, ducts or other appurtenances have an accumulation of grease, such components shall be cleaned. 609.3.3.3 Records. Records for
inspections shall state the individual and company performing the inspection, a description of the inspection and when the inspection took place. Records for
cleanings shall state the individual and company performing the cleaning and when the cleaning took place. Such records shall be completed after each
inspection or cleaning, maintained on the premises for a minimum of three years and be copied to the fire code official upon request. 609.3.4 Extinguishing
system service. Automatic fireextinguishing systems protecting commercial cooking systems shall be serviced as required in Section 904.11.6.
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Sprikler/Standpipe
Maintain access to and operation of standpipes, fire hose, sprinkler valves, fire hydrants, fire extinguishers, and other fire
protection equipment
Fire protection equipment must have clear access and be operational at all times to be effective in an emergency.
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Lower stock/storage to not less than 18" below sprinkler head
315.3.1 Ceiling clearance. Storage shall be maintained 2 feet (610 mm) or more below the ceiling in nonsprinklered areas of buildings or not less than 18
inches (457 mm) below sprinkler head deflectors in sprinklered areas of buildings.
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Provide approved caps/plugs on FD inlets and outlets
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Clean Sprinkler Heads
Sprinkler heads need to be clean from dust and debris to function properly in the event of a fire.
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Printed on 02/09/21 at 12:53:12 Page 7 of 9Provide wrench and extra sprinkler heads (1 for each type of head used in building.)
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Provide ID signs for all control, drain, test, and alarm valves
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Fire Alarm System
Alarm system must have phone and account number posted on panel for FD use.
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Install/repair smoke alarm
RCW 59.18.060
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Place lock on circuit breaker for the fire alarm panel.
The lock prevents the alarm from accidentally being turned off.
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Provide system test
901.6 Inspection, testing and maintenance. Fire detection, alarm, and extinguishing systems, mechanical smoke exhaust systems, and smoke and heat vents
shall be maintained in an operative condition at all times, and shall be replaced or repaired where defective. Nonrequired fire protection systems and
equipment shall be inspected, tested and maintained or removed.
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Repair/restore system to proper working order
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Other
Other
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Additional Time Spent on Inspection:
Category Start Date / Time End Date / Time
Notes: No Additional time recorded
Total Additional Time: 0 minutes
Inspection Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Printed on 02/09/21 at 12:53:12 Page 8 of 9Summary:
Overall Result: Passed
Inspector Notes: Thank you for your time, all appeared to be in good order.
Inspector:
Name: Henry, Nicholas M
Rank: Deputy Chief
Work Phone(s): 509-481-0831
Email(s): nhenry@cawh.org
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