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SHORT TERM RENTAL FIRE LIFE SAFETY INSPECTION CHECKLIST Please ensure compliance with the entire checklist prior to scheduling your inspection. Violations found Upon initial inspection may require a re-inspection. 1. Gas or charcoal grills shall be kept at least ten feet from combustible construction 2. Combustible materials shall be separated from heaters, heating devices, or fuel fired appliances by a minimum of 36” clear space 3. Fire safety plans shall be posted on each floor level adjacent to the main egress travel path and shall include the following information. a. Emergency response phone # (911) and proper address b. Floor plans identifying the location of the following for all levels I: exits II: primary evacuation routes III: secondary evacuation routes IV: portable fire extinguisher c. emergency contact and maintenance systems (local representative or owner) d. Address must be visible from the street or frontage road. 4” minimum letters and numbers are required. 4. Portable unvented fuel-fired heating equipment is prohibited inside the occupancy. 5. Electrical hazards shall be abated (cover plates intact, no open wiring junction boxes). 6. Electrical panels require a minimum clearance or 30” wide by 30” depth by 78” height be maintained free from storage or obstructions 7. Extension cords as permanent wiring, non-compliant power strips, and multi plug adapters shall not be used. 8. Holes in walls, ceilings, and doors must be repaired to maintain fire resistance rating. 9. Properly maintained portable fire extinguishers of a 5# ABC minimum shall be installed on approved hangers, with the top of the extinguisher not more than 48 inches above the floor, within the egress path on each level of the occupancy. Building Department 201 1st Avenue East Kalispell, MT 59901 Phone: (406) 758-7730 Fax: (406) 758-7739 www.kalispell.com/building ---PAGE BREAK--- 10. Smoke alarms shall be installed inside and outside every sleeping room Also in every room that is in the path of egress, and on each level of the occupancy including basements (interconnection may be required). 11. Carbon monoxide alarms are required on each level of the occupancy and outside of each sleeping room (not required in occupancies where no fuel burning appliance or attached garage is present). 12. Minimum dimension of egress windows shall be 24” in height, and 20” in width with a minimum area of 5.7 square feet. The bottom of the clear window opening (actual window opening) shall not be more than 44” as measured from the floor. Non-compliant windows shall be replaced or those rooms shall not be used for sleeping. 13. Exits shall be maintained free of obstructions at all times (including ice, snow) 14. Basements shall be free of flammable liquid storage (i.e. solvents, thinners, oil based paints, gasoline, propane, etc.) By signing below, I acknowledge completion of the checklist and have ensured that the occupancy meets all of the fire and life safety code requirements as a condition of the rental permit application. Printed name: Date: Signature: