Fire Safety Inspector

Catalog description

The Fire Safety Inspector Course is designed to provide firefighters with the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to conduct fire and life safety inspections in Ohio, in accordance with O.A.C. 4765-20-03 and NFPA 1031. The course will contain both IFSAC Fire Inspector I and Fire Inspector II necessary information. Students will gain valuable hands on experience from industry professionals. Topics covered will include but not limited to prevention through education in: roles and responsibilities, fire prevention, application of the code, code interpretation, testifying, plan review, code revision process, fire protection systems, enforcement action, customer service, and evaluation of code compliance in an assortment of occupancies. Students must attend all classes and pass all written and practical exams to successfully complete the course. For certification, students must pass the Division of EMS Fire Safety Inspector written exam with a minimum score of 70%, and all applicable practical skills.