Fire Inspectors

Fire Inspectors typically perform the following tasks: • Prepare and maintain reports of investigation results, and records of convicted arsonists and arson suspects. • Testify in court cases involving fires, suspected arson, and false alarms. • Package collected pieces of evidence in securely closed containers, such as bags, crates, or boxes, to protect them. • Conduct inspections and acceptance testing of newly installed fire protection systems. • Analyze evidence and other information to determine probable cause of fire or explosion. • Photograph damage and evidence related to causes of fires or explosions to document investigation findings. • Inspect buildings to locate hazardous conditions and fire code violations, such as accumulations of combustible material, electrical wiring problems, and inadequate or non-functional fire exits. • Examine fire sites and collect evidence such as glass, metal fragments, charred wood, and accelerant residue for use in determining the cause of a fire. • Instruct children about the dangers of fire. • Conduct fire code compliance follow-ups to ensure that corrective actions have been taken in cases where violations were found. • Inspect properties that store, handle, and use hazardous materials to ensure compliance with laws, codes, and regulations, and issue hazardous materials permits to facilities found in compliance. • Write detailed reports of fire inspections performed, fire code violations observed, and corrective recommendations offered. • Identify corrective actions necessary to bring properties into compliance with applicable fire codes, laws, regulations, and standards, and explain these measures to property owners or their representatives. • Develop or review fire exit plans. • Inspect and test fire protection or fire detection systems to verify that such systems are installed in accordance with appropriate laws, codes, ordinances, regulations, and standards. • Coordinate efforts with other organizations, such as law enforcement agencies. • Attend training classes to maintain current knowledge of fire prevention, safety, and firefighting procedures. • Review blueprints and plans for new or remodeled buildings to ensure the structures meet fire safety codes. • Teach fire investigation techniques to other firefighter personnel. • Conduct fire exit drills to monitor and evaluate evacuation procedures.