Fire Inspection Services

A request for a complaint inspection can be made by any member of the community that is concerned with a Fire Code concern. Requester information can be kept confidential if requested.

A request for inspection can be made by any member of the community.

An application to register/legalize the second suite with the Zoning Department is required prior to the Fire Department’s Inspection.

Contact the Children’s Aid’s Society for their fire safety requirements. A full inspection of the home is required, checking for:

• Working smoke alarms on all levels of the home. Must be less than 10 years old;
• Working carbon monoxide (CO) alarms on every level where people sleep. Alarms must be within the manufacturer timeline for effectiveness (usually 7-10 years);
• Clear exit doors to the outside;
• Temporary wiring (extension cords that are used as permanent wiring);
• Clearance of combustibles to furnaces, hot water tanks and any other fuel fire appliance of not less than 1 metre all the way around;
• Willingness to produce a written fire escape plan with exterior meeting place for the premise;
• Ability to verbalize how the monthly fire drill will be held, one drill must be during sleep/nap time;
• Flexible metal piping being used for the dryer venting;
• Ensure sump pump is not congested with storage and is able to function freely;
• Appropriate venting for gas stove;
• Propane, flammable/combustible liquids;
• General fire hazards.

Requirements of both the Fire and Building Departments will have to be met prior to receiving Occupancy, as granted by the City’s Building Inspectors. Fire safety requirements inspected by the Fire Department include but are not limited to:

• Emergency lighting;
• Fire extinguishers;
• Fire alarm and sprinkler systems components/verification.

Business licenses & permits that require a fire inspection include Liquor, Pyrotechnics & Fireworks (Setting off or Selling).

The legislation from the Fire Marshal allows for the Wasaga Beach Fire Department to enter a premise at any reasonable time without advance warning or an appointment. Landlords are permitted to enter tenant suites/space with 24 hours’ notice to assess fire safety concerns. In emergency situations, the 24-hour notice requirement is not applicable.