Fire Inspections

Fire Prevention Inspectors perform inspections based on request, complaint, safety concern, licensing and routine basis to ensure compliance with and enforce provincial legislation, the Fire Protection and Prevention Act, 1997 (FPPA), and the Ontario Fire Code.

Request an Inspection

Residents or businesses can request a fire safety inspection to ensure they are complying with the Ontario Fire Code. You can also request a fire inspection for the purchase or sale of a property. Written authorization from the landlord is required prior to releasing any records.

Request an inspection

Report a Concern

If you have a Fire Safety Concern, you can request a complaint inspection. All personal information will remain confidential

What Fire Inspections Involve 

A short list of what our Fire Prevention Inspectors will look for: 

  • Blocked / obstructed exits 
  • Damaged fire separations 
  • Smoke alarms and carbon monoxide alarms, where required 
  • Records of tests for fire safety equipment 
  • Improper storage of flammable liquids or gasses 
  • Unsafe accumulations of combustible materials 
  • Electrical issues 
  • Fire safety plans 

Fees 

  • Fire safety inspections start at $150 before HST for single or two-unit residential properties.
  • A Property File Search costs $75 before HST

Regular Inspections 

Fire Inspectors will complete routine inspections in buildings considered high risk. The Ontario Fire Code requires annual mandatory inspections of Vulnerable Occupancies which includes the following buildings: 

  • Care and treatment occupancies such as nursing homes and hospitals 
  • Retirement homes 
  • Group homes

Fire Inspectors are also required to observe an annual fire evacuation drill carried out by supervisory staff in all Vulnerable Occupancies. This is to ensure the evacuation of all residents (with or without physical and/or cognitive limitations) is performed in a timely manner that meets compliance requirements.

Licensing Inspections 

Fire inspections are also completed to meet licensing requirements for: 

  • Liquor licensing 
  • Business and fireworks licensing 
  • Refreshment vehicles 

Contact Us

City of Woodstock

P.O. Box 1539, 500 Dundas Street
Woodstock, ON N4S 0A7
Phone: 519-539-1291

 

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