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Anne Huff,Anne Huff,Anne Huff,Anne Huff, Fire ChiefFire ChiefFire ChiefFire Chief
Beaumont Fire-Rescue Services
Discipline:Discipline:Discipline:Discipline: Fire Service InspectionsFire Service InspectionsFire Service InspectionsFire Service Inspections
Effective:Effective:Effective:Effective: 1/1/20011/1/20011/1/20011/1/2001
Revised:Revised:Revised:Revised: 7/5/20107/5/20107/5/20107/5/2010
Replaces:Replaces:Replaces:Replaces: Firefighter Benchmark #Firefighter Benchmark #Firefighter Benchmark #Firefighter Benchmark #99995555
I. I. I. I. ObjectiveObjectiveObjectiveObjective
The firefighter, given a suitable area of inspection, shall demonstrate the procedures for a
private dwelling inspection.
II. II. II. II. Instructions Instructions Instructions Instructions –––– Procedures for Achieving the ObjectiveProcedures for Achieving the ObjectiveProcedures for Achieving the ObjectiveProcedures for Achieving the Objective
Given dwelling for inspection, you shall demonstrate the proper procedure for a home
fire inspection. The skill will end when you state to me that you have completed all of the
identified steps. Do you understand these instructions?
III. III. III. III. Examiner’s NoteExaminer’s NoteExaminer’s NoteExaminer’s Note
The firefighter will not be allowed to review the performance steps at the time of testing.
IV. IV. IV. IV. Preparation & EquipmentPreparation & EquipmentPreparation & EquipmentPreparation & Equipment
Dwelling suitable for inspection (fire station may be substituted).
V. V. V. V. Reference SourcesReference SourcesReference SourcesReference Sources
A. TCFP, Performance Standards, Section 112-3.03
B. NFPA, National Fire Protection Association 1001, 3-5.1
C. IFSTA, Essentials of Fire Fighting, 4th Edition , pages 666-671.
PB 402.12A – Private Dwelling Inspection Page 2 of 2
402.12A - Private Dwelling Inspection
Discipline: Fire Service Inspections
Name:Name:Name:Name:
Officer #:Officer #:Officer #:Officer #:
Evaluator:Evaluator:Evaluator:Evaluator:
Officer #:Officer #:Officer #:Officer #:
Date:Date:Date:Date:
Location:Location:Location:Location:
IIIIf the firefighter:f the firefighter:f the firefighter:f the firefighter: (No partial points given)(No partial points given)(No partial points given)(No partial points given)
a) Identifies to the examiner the objectives for a home fire inspection
program ............................................................................................... 1.0 _____
b) Approaches the dwelling on the sidewalk or path ................................... 1.0 _____
c) Introduces self and states the purpose of the visit .................................... 1.0 _____
d) Requests permission to inspect the dwelling ............................................ 1.0 _____
e) Cleans shoes prior to entering the dwelling ........................................... 1.0 _____
f) Inspects:
1. Outside of the structure ............................................................... 1.0 _____
2. Basement (if present) ................................................................... 1.0 _____
3. Attic(s) ........................................................................................ 1.0 _____
4. Garage(s) ................................................................................... 1.0 _____
5. Fuse box or breaker panel ........................................................... 1.0 _____
g) Explains hazards found and potential dangers as well as proper
means of correction to the occupant ...................................................... 1.0 _____
h) Thanks occupant for the invitation to inspect and keeps the inspection
confidential ........................................................................................... 1.0 _____
Points Points Points Points
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