Scope & Definitions
These guidelines are to be followed when a building, or facility, within the City of Denton, provided with a required fire protection system is out of service. In addition, any other time a fire watch has been required by the Fire Code Official.
Fire Watch
A temporary measure intended to ensure continuous and systematic surveillance of a building or portion thereof by one or more qualified individuals or standby personnel.
Standby Personnel
Qualified fire service personnel, approved by the Fire Code Official. When utilized, the number required shall be as directed by the Fire Code Official.
General Requirements
Upon determination that a required fire protection system is rendered inoperable, the Fire Prevention Division shall be notified immediately.
Persons providing fire watch shall be provided with at least one approved means for notification of the fire department and their only duty shall be to perform constant patrols.
A representative shall contact the Fire Prevention Division a minimum of 72 hours prior to a planned impairment.
Personnel Duties
In Event of Fire
- Notify building occupants immediately.
- Notify the Fire Department (Call 9-1-1).
- Ensure building is evacuated.
- Meet arriving Fire Department and advise status.
Frequency of Tours
Tours of all compromised areas shall be conducted at intervals not to exceed sixty (60) minutes.
Termination
Fire Watch shall ONLY be terminated by the Fire Code Official.
Digital Fire Watch Forms
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