HomeMy WebLinkAboutFAI21-0018 078-160-021 2-1-2022 Helen Wilcox Elementary
FIRE SAFETY CORRECTION NOTICE
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NAME : Helen Wilcox Elementary School
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ADDRESS: 5737 Autrey Ln. Oroville CA 95966
THE CALIFORNIA HEALTH AND SAFETY CODE AND THE STATE FIRE MARSHAL’S REGULATIONS REQUIRE THE FOLLOWING FIRE SAFETY DEFICIENCIES BE CORRECTED:
Project Information
A required Fire Life and Safety inspection pursuant to Health and Safety Code § 13146.3 was conducted on December 20th/21st, 2021 at the above location. During the inspection I was accompanied
by Palermo School District Head of Maintenance Carlos Aguilar and Firefighter Brandon Biermann. The following deficiencies are required to be repaired and/or corrected. These deficiencies
will be labeled as P1, P2 or P3 throughout this report.
P1: Highest Priority, must be completed by Tuesday February 15th, 2022
P2: Second highest, priority and must be completed by Tuesday March 1st, 2022
P3: Third highest, priority and must be completed by Tuesday March 15th, 2022
Deficiencies
For all occupied rooms:
A minimum clearance corridor of 36 inches must be maintained in front of all fire alarm pull stations. CFC 907.4.2.6
A working space of not less than 30 inches in width, 36 inches in depth and 78 inches in height shall be provided in front of electrical service equipment. Storage is prohibited within
the designated working space. CFC 605.3
Open junction boxes and open-wiring splices shall be prohibited. Approved covers shall be provided for all switch and electrical outlet boxes. CFC 605.6
All drapes, hangings, curtains, light coverings and other decorative materials, shall be made from a nonflammable material or shall be treated and maintained in a flame retardant condition
with a flame-retardant solution approved by the State Fire Marshal. T-19 3.08
Portable Fire Extinguishers shall not be obstructed or obscured from view and a minimum clearance corridor of 36 inches is required. They shall be securely mounted on brackets or placed
in cabinets a minimum of 4 inches off the ground to not more than 5 feet off the ground. CFC 906.6/ T-19 567.3/ T-19 567.6
Each classroom with more than one exit must have one designated exit to be signed with an exit sign that is internally or externally illuminated at all times; signs shall be connected
to an emergency power system that provides illumination for not less than 90 minutes in case of primary power loss. CFC 1016.2 & CFC 1013.6.3
In the event of power supply failure, an emergency electrical system shall automatically illuminate the means of egress in areas that require two or more exits (emergency lighting).
CFC 1008.3
Each school shall prepare procedures to be followed in case of fire or other emergency and shall post in each classroom or assembly area a plan showing paths of travel to evacuate and
an alternate route. Classrooms shall also have posted instructions to be followed by the teacher. T 19 3.13(a)(2)
All evacuation plan maps must show the safest/ quickest route of travel to the exterior of the building. Means of egress shall not pass-through kitchens, storage rooms, closets or spaces
used for similar purposes, or through rooms subject to locking. Evacuation maps must be posted near the designated egress door. CFC 1016.2
Every person managing or in charge of any public, private, or parochial school shall cause the fire alarm signal to be sounded not less than once every calendar month at the elementary
school level. T19.3.13(a)(1)
Artwork and teaching material shall be limited on walls or corridors to not more than 50 percent of the wall area. CFC 807.4.3.2
Hanging or displaying artwork, teaching or decorative material from the ceiling is prohibited. CFC 703.3
Campus Exterior:
P3- All Leaves/debris to be removed from roofs and rain gutters.
Paint Room:
P2-All open Romex wiring must either be in conduit or behind a finished wall. i.e. plywood or drywall finish.
District Storage Modular:
This building is dilapidated to the point of a major fire concern.
P1- All electrical switches and outlet boxes must have approved covers including electrical panels/ breaker boxes.
P1-All open wiring is prohibited.
P2-All holes in walls, floors and ceilings are contributors to fire spread and must be repaired.
Kitchen Storage:
P1-30 inches x 36 inches x 78 inches clearance corridor for electrical panel is required.
P1-36-inch clearance corridor in front of the extinguisher is required.
Kitchen:
P1- 36-inch clearance corridor in front of the extinguisher is required. Might consider moving the extinguisher away from the cooking area no more than 30 feet.
P3-Sprinkler head in kitchen office is not necessary and can be removed due to no sprinkler system in the building.
Gym/Cafeteria
P1- All posted exit signs must illuminate internally and externally at all times and shall be connected to an emergency power system that provides illumination for not less than 90 minutes
in case of primary power loss.
P1-Emergency lighting are required to illuminate in the event of a power outage.
Stage Storage Room:
P1-30 inches x 36 inches x 78 inches clearance corridor for electrical panel is required.
P1-Daisy chained power strips are prohibited.
Stage:
P2-Curtains are to be of nonflammable material or treated and maintained (log) with an approved solution by the State Fire Marshal. Unable to determine if the curtain towards the rear
of the stage is fire rated.
Office Hallway:
P1-36-Inch clearance corridor in front of the fire alarm pull station is required.
Custodian Room (across from the office)
P1-Open wiring near ducting by the ceiling.
Office:
P1-36-inch clearance corridor in front of the extinguisher is required.
P2-Hole in the ceiling can contribute to fire spread and must be repaired.
PSY Room:
P2-Curtains are to be of nonflammable material or treated and maintained (log) with an approved solution by the State Fire Marshal.
Janitor Closet:
P1-Open wiring electrical boxes in two places.
Outside Hallway: Fire Alarm panel & Electrical Main closets
Fire Alarm panel and Electrical Main must be labeled with conspicuous signage each character shall not be less than 4 inches high with a minimum stroke of ½ inch.
Provide annual Fire Alarm testing records
Library:
P1-Illuminated exit sign is required on designated egress door.
P1- Emergency lighting is required to illuminate in the event of a power outage.
Computer Lab:
P1- Remove wall mounted power strip by Smartboard. Repair and cover the electrical box it’s hard wired into.
Classroom 1:
P2-holes in the ceiling can contribute to fire spread and must be repaired.
P1-Emergency procedures are required to be posted.
P1-Illuminated exit sign is required on designated egress door.
Classroom 2:
P1-36-inch clearance corridor in front of the extinguisher is required.
P1-Florescent light coverings are to be of nonflammable material or treated and maintained (log) with an approved solution by the State Fire Marshal.
P2-Curtains over shelving are to be of nonflammable material or treated and maintained (log) with an approved solution by the State Fire Marshal.
P1-Illuminated exit sign is required on designated egress door.
Classroom 3:
P1- 36-inch clearance corridor in front of the extinguisher is required.
P1-Emergency procedures are required to be posted.
P1-Illuminated exit sign is required on designated egress door.
Classroom 4:
P1-Illuminated exit sign is required on designated egress door.
Classroom 5:
P1-36-inch clearance corridor in front of the extinguisher is required.
P2-Curtains over shelving are to be of nonflammable material or treated and maintained (log) with an approved solution by the State Fire Marshal.
P1-Emergency procedures are required to be posted.
Classroom 6:
P1-36-inch clearance corridor in front of the extinguisher is required.
P1-Florescent light coverings are to be of nonflammable material or treated and maintained (log) with an approved solution by the State Fire Marshal.
P2-Hole in the ceiling can contribute to fire spread and must be repaired.
P1-Emergency procedures are required to be posted.
Classroom 7:
P1-36-inch clearance corridor in front of the extinguisher is required.
P2-Curtains over shelving are to be of nonflammable material or treated and maintained (log) with an approved solution by the State Fire Marshal.
Classroom 8:
P1-36-inch clearance corridor in front of the extinguisher is required.
Classroom 1-8 Hallway Corridor:
Fire Code requirements pending Building Plans review.
Classroom 9:
P1-Open wiring above entrance on the exterior of the building.
P1-Open wiring in storage closet.
Classroom 10:
P1-Curtains over shelving are to be of nonflammable material or treated and maintained (log) with an approved solution by the State Fire Marshal.
Classroom 11:
P1-36-inch clearance corridor in front of the extinguisher is required.
P1-Illuminated exit sign is required on designated egress door.
Classroom 12:
P1-36-inch clearance corridor in front of the extinguisher is required.
P1-Florescent light coverings are to be of nonflammable material or treated and maintained (log) with an approved solution by the State Fire Marshal.
P2-Curtains over shelving are to be of nonflammable material or treated and maintained (log) with an approved solution by the State Fire Marshal.
Classroom 14:
P1-Illuminated exit sign is required on designated egress door.
Classroom 15:
P1-Illuminated exit sign is required on designated egress door.
Classroom 10-15 Hallway Corridor:
Fire Code requirements pending Building Plans review.
Classroom 16:
P1-36-inch clearance corridor in front of the extinguisher is required.
P1-Extinguisher must not exceed 5 feet above the ground. Consider moving extinguisher near the egress door.
P2-All curtains over windows and shelving shall be made from a nonflammable material or shall be treated and maintained in a flame retardant condition with a flame-retardant solution
approved by the State Fire Marshal.
P1-Evacuation plan map needs to be changed to show the egress exit being the door that leads to the exterior of the building and not thru the library.
P1-Evacuation plan map need to be posted near the egress door.
P1-Illuminated exit sign is required on designated egress door.
Classroom 17:
P1-White cube tap extension cord near teachers’ desk is prohibited.
Classroom 18:
P1-36-inch clearance corridor in front of the extinguisher is required.
P1-Evacuation plan map needs to be changed to show the egress exit being the door that leads to the exterior of the building and not thru the library.
P1-Evacuation plan map need to be posted near the egress door.
P1-Illuminated exit sign is required on designated egress door.
Classroom 19:
P1-Evacuation plan map needs to be changed to show the egress exit being the door that leads to the exterior of the building and not thru the library.
P1-Evacuation plan map need to be posted near the egress door.
P1-Illuminated exit sign is required on designated egress door.
Classroom 20
P1-36-inch clearance corridor in front of the extinguisher is required.
P2-All curtains over windows shall be made from a nonflammable material or shall be treated and maintained in a flame retardant condition with a flame-retardant solution approved by
the State Fire Marshal.
P1-Evacuation plan map needs to be changed to show the egress exit being the door that leads to the exterior of the building and not thru the library.
P1-Evacuation plan map need to be posted near the egress door.
P1-Illuminated exit sign is required on designated egress door.
Classroom 21:
P2-Curtains over shelving are to be of nonflammable material or treated and maintained (log) with an approved solution by the State Fire Marshal.
Classroom 22A Preschool: See separate inspection form.
Classroom 22B Preschool: See separate inspection form.
Classroom 23:
P1-Illuminated exit sign is required on designated egress door.
P1-Emergency procedures are required to be posted.
Classroom 24:
P1-Illuminated exit sign is required on designated egress door.
Classroom 25:
P1-36-Inch clearance corridor in front of the fire alarm pull station is required.
P1-Illuminated exit sign is required on designated egress door.
Classroom 26:
P1-36-Inch clearance corridor in front of the fire alarm pull station is required.
P1-36-inch clearance corridor in front of the extinguisher is required.
P1-30 inches x 36 inches x 78 inches clearance corridor for electrical panel is required.
Classroom 27:
P1-36-Inch clearance corridor in front of the fire alarm pull station is required.
P1-36-inch clearance corridor in front of the extinguisher is required.
P1-Illuminated exit sign is required on designated egress door. This classroom has two exit doors.
P2-Curtains over shelving are to be of nonflammable material or treated and maintained (log) with an approved solution by the State Fire Marshal.
Classroom 28:
P1-Extension cord used as permanent wiring under teachers’ desk is prohibited.
P1-Outlet box on ceiling requires an approved cover.
P1-Portable extinguisher needs to be mounted on a hook or in a cabinet 4 inches above the ground, yet not higher than 5 feet off the ground.
Classroom 29:
P1-36-Inch clearance corridor in front of the fire alarm pull station is required.
P1-36-inch clearance corridor in front of the extinguisher is required.
P1-Daisy chained power strips to the pushcart is prohibited.
P1-Outlet box on ceiling requires an approved cover.
Classroom 30:
P1-36-Inch clearance corridor in front of the fire alarm pull station is required.
P1-36-inch clearance corridor in front of the extinguisher is required.
Classroom 31:
P1-36-Inch clearance corridor in front of the fire alarm pull station is required.
P1-Portable extinguisher needs to be mounted on a hook or in a cabinet 4 inches above the ground, yet not higher than 5 feet off the ground.
P2-Curtains over shelving are to be of nonflammable material or treated and maintained (log) with an approved solution by the State Fire Marshal.
Classroom 32:
P1-Florescent light coverings are to be of nonflammable material or treated and maintained (log) with an approved solution by the State Fire Marshal.
P1-36-Inch clearance corridor in front of the fire alarm pull station is required.
P1-36-inch clearance corridor in front of the extinguisher is required.
P1-30 inches x 36 inches x 78 inches clearance corridor for electrical panel is required.
P2-Artwork hanging as curtains over windows are to be of nonflammable material or treated and maintained (log) with an approved solution by the State Fire Marshal.
Classroom 33:
P1-Extension cord used as permanent wiring is prohibited.
P2-Holes/ damaged ceiling tile are contributors to fire spread and must be repaired.
Classroom 34:
P1-36-Inch clearance corridor in front of the fire alarm pull station is required.
P1-Extension cord used as permanent wiring is prohibited.
Classroom35:
P1-Extension cord used as permanent wiring is prohibited
Conex Box/ Tuff Shed Storage Adjacent to Classroom 35:
P2-All electrical switches and outlet boxes must have approved covers.
P2-All open Romex wiring must either be in conduit or behind a finished wall. i.e. plywood or drywall finish.
Items Discussed/Requested
Please provide the following to Deputy Fire Marshal, Chris Boyd at chris.boyd@fire.ca.gov
Fire Drill Log
Copy of Campus Emergency Plan including lockdown procedures
Fire Alarm Systems- Annual testing and maintenance reports
List of Campus Contacts
Campus Map with locations of utility shutoffs
Michael Parker
Fire Apparatus Engineer
CAL FIRE/ Butte County Fire Department
Palermo Fire Station
Office: (530) 538-7565
ISSUED BY:
Michael Parker
RECEIVED BY
Carlos Aguilar
Email: caguilar@palermok8.org
DATE
02-01-2022
All drapes, hangings, curtains, light coverings and other decorative materials, shall be made from a nonflammable material or shall be treated and maintained in a flame retardant condition
with a flame-retardant solution approved by the State Fire Marshal. T-19 3.08
Portable Fire Extinguishers shall not be obstructed or obscured from view and a minimum clearance corridor of 36 inches is required. They shall be securely mounted on brackets or placed
in cabinets a minimum of 4 inches off the ground to not more than 5 feet off the ground. CFC 906.6/ T-19 567.3/ T-19 567.6
Each classroom with more than one exit must have one designated exit to be signed with an exit sign that is internally or externally illuminated at all times; signs shall be connected
to an emergency power system that provides illumination for not less than 90 minutes in case of primary power loss. CFC 1016.2 & CFC 1013.6.3
In the event of power supply failure, an emergency electrical system shall automatically illuminate the means of egress in areas that require two or more exits (emergency lighting).
CFC 1008.3
Each school shall prepare procedures to be followed in case of fire or other emergency and shall post in each classroom or assembly area a plan showing paths of travel to evacuate and
an alternate route. Classrooms shall also have posted instructions to be followed by the teacher. T 19 3.13(a)(2)
All evacuation plan maps must show the safest/ quickest route of travel to the exterior of the building. Means of egress shall not pass-through kitchens, storage rooms, closets or spaces
used for similar purposes, or through rooms subject to locking. Evacuation maps must be posted near the designated egress door. CFC 1016.2
Every person managing or in charge of any public, private, or parochial school shall cause the fire alarm signal to be sounded not less than once every calendar month at the elementary
school level. T19.3.13(a)(1)
Artwork and teaching material shall be limited on walls or corridors to not more than 50 percent of the wall area. CFC 807.4.3.2
Hanging or displaying artwork, teaching or decorative material from the ceiling is prohibited. CFC 703.3
Campus Exterior:
P3- All Leaves/debris to be removed from roofs and rain gutters.
Paint Room:
P2-All open Romex wiring must either be in conduit or behind a finished wall. i.e. plywood or drywall finish.
District Storage Modular:
This building is dilapidated to the point of a major fire concern.
P1- All electrical switches and outlet boxes must have approved covers including electrical panels/ breaker boxes.
P1-All open wiring is prohibited.
P2-All holes in walls, floors and ceilings are contributors to fire spread and must be repaired.
Kitchen Storage:
P1-30 inches x 36 inches x 78 inches clearance corridor for electrical panel is required.
P1-36-inch clearance corridor in front of the extinguisher is required.
Kitchen:
P1- 36-inch clearance corridor in front of the extinguisher is required. Might consider moving the extinguisher away from the cooking area no more than 30 feet.
P3-Sprinkler head in kitchen office is not necessary and can be removed due to no sprinkler system in the building.
Gym/Cafeteria
P1- All posted exit signs must illuminate internally and externally at all times and shall be connected to an emergency power system that provides illumination for not less than 90 minutes
in case of primary power loss.
P1-Emergency lighting are required to illuminate in the event of a power outage.
Stage Storage Room:
P1-30 inches x 36 inches x 78 inches clearance corridor for electrical panel is required.
P1-Daisy chained power strips are prohibited.
Stage:
P2-Curtains are to be of nonflammable material or treated and maintained (log) with an approved solution by the State Fire Marshal. Unable to determine if the curtain towards the rear
of the stage is fire rated.
Office Hallway:
P1-36-Inch clearance corridor in front of the fire alarm pull station is required.
Custodian Room (across from the office)
P1-Open wiring near ducting by the ceiling.
Office:
P1-36-inch clearance corridor in front of the extinguisher is required.
P2-Hole in the ceiling can contribute to fire spread and must be repaired.
PSY Room:
P2-Curtains are to be of nonflammable material or treated and maintained (log) with an approved solution by the State Fire Marshal.
Janitor Closet:
P1-Open wiring electrical boxes in two places.
Outside Hallway: Fire Alarm panel & Electrical Main closets
Fire Alarm panel and Electrical Main must be labeled with conspicuous signage each character shall not be less than 4 inches high with a minimum stroke of ½ inch.
Provide annual Fire Alarm testing records
Library:
P1-Illuminated exit sign is required on designated egress door.
P1- Emergency lighting is required to illuminate in the event of a power outage.
Computer Lab:
P1- Remove wall mounted power strip by Smartboard. Repair and cover the electrical box it’s hard wired into.
Classroom 1:
P2-holes in the ceiling can contribute to fire spread and must be repaired.
P1-Emergency procedures are required to be posted.
P1-Illuminated exit sign is required on designated egress door.
Classroom 2:
P1-36-inch clearance corridor in front of the extinguisher is required.
P1-Florescent light coverings are to be of nonflammable material or treated and maintained (log) with an approved solution by the State Fire Marshal.
P2-Curtains over shelving are to be of nonflammable material or treated and maintained (log) with an approved solution by the State Fire Marshal.
P1-Illuminated exit sign is required on designated egress door.
Classroom 3:
P1- 36-inch clearance corridor in front of the extinguisher is required.
P1-Emergency procedures are required to be posted.
P1-Illuminated exit sign is required on designated egress door.
Classroom 4:
P1-Illuminated exit sign is required on designated egress door.
Classroom 5:
P1-36-inch clearance corridor in front of the extinguisher is required.
P2-Curtains over shelving are to be of nonflammable material or treated and maintained (log) with an approved solution by the State Fire Marshal.
P1-Emergency procedures are required to be posted.
Classroom 6:
P1-36-inch clearance corridor in front of the extinguisher is required.
P1-Florescent light coverings are to be of nonflammable material or treated and maintained (log) with an approved solution by the State Fire Marshal.
P2-Hole in the ceiling can contribute to fire spread and must be repaired.
P1-Emergency procedures are required to be posted.
Classroom 7:
P1-36-inch clearance corridor in front of the extinguisher is required.
P2-Curtains over shelving are to be of nonflammable material or treated and maintained (log) with an approved solution by the State Fire Marshal.
Classroom 8:
P1-36-inch clearance corridor in front of the extinguisher is required.
Classroom 1-8 Hallway Corridor:
Fire Code requirements pending Building Plans review.
Classroom 9:
P1-Open wiring above entrance on the exterior of the building.
P1-Open wiring in storage closet.
Classroom 10:
P1-Curtains over shelving are to be of nonflammable material or treated and maintained (log) with an approved solution by the State Fire Marshal.
Classroom 11:
P1-36-inch clearance corridor in front of the extinguisher is required.
P1-Illuminated exit sign is required on designated egress door.
Classroom 12:
P1-36-inch clearance corridor in front of the extinguisher is required.
P1-Florescent light coverings are to be of nonflammable material or treated and maintained (log) with an approved solution by the State Fire Marshal.
P2-Curtains over shelving are to be of nonflammable material or treated and maintained (log) with an approved solution by the State Fire Marshal.
Classroom 14:
P1-Illuminated exit sign is required on designated egress door.
Classroom 15:
P1-Illuminated exit sign is required on designated egress door.
Classroom 10-15 Hallway Corridor:
Fire Code requirements pending Building Plans review.
Classroom 16:
P1-36-inch clearance corridor in front of the extinguisher is required.
P1-Extinguisher must not exceed 5 feet above the ground. Consider moving extinguisher near the egress door.
P2-All curtains over windows and shelving shall be made from a nonflammable material or shall be treated and maintained in a flame retardant condition with a flame-retardant solution
approved by the State Fire Marshal.
P1-Evacuation plan map needs to be changed to show the egress exit being the door that leads to the exterior of the building and not thru the library.
P1-Evacuation plan map need to be posted near the egress door.
P1-Illuminated exit sign is required on designated egress door.
Classroom 17:
P1-White cube tap extension cord near teachers’ desk is prohibited.
Classroom 18:
P1-36-inch clearance corridor in front of the extinguisher is required.
P1-Evacuation plan map needs to be changed to show the egress exit being the door that leads to the exterior of the building and not thru the library.
P1-Evacuation plan map need to be posted near the egress door.
P1-Illuminated exit sign is required on designated egress door.
Classroom 19:
P1-Evacuation plan map needs to be changed to show the egress exit being the door that leads to the exterior of the building and not thru the library.
P1-Evacuation plan map need to be posted near the egress door.
P1-Illuminated exit sign is required on designated egress door.
Classroom 20
P1-36-inch clearance corridor in front of the extinguisher is required.
P2-All curtains over windows shall be made from a nonflammable material or shall be treated and maintained in a flame retardant condition with a flame-retardant solution approved by
the State Fire Marshal.
P1-Evacuation plan map needs to be changed to show the egress exit being the door that leads to the exterior of the building and not thru the library.
P1-Evacuation plan map need to be posted near the egress door.
P1-Illuminated exit sign is required on designated egress door.
Classroom 21:
P2-Curtains over shelving are to be of nonflammable material or treated and maintained (log) with an approved solution by the State Fire Marshal.
Classroom 22A Preschool: See separate inspection form.
Classroom 22B Preschool: See separate inspection form.
Classroom 23:
P1-Illuminated exit sign is required on designated egress door.
P1-Emergency procedures are required to be posted.
Classroom 24:
P1-Illuminated exit sign is required on designated egress door.
Classroom 25:
P1-36-Inch clearance corridor in front of the fire alarm pull station is required.
P1-Illuminated exit sign is required on designated egress door.
Classroom 26:
P1-36-Inch clearance corridor in front of the fire alarm pull station is required.
P1-36-inch clearance corridor in front of the extinguisher is required.
P1-30 inches x 36 inches x 78 inches clearance corridor for electrical panel is required.
Classroom 27:
P1-36-Inch clearance corridor in front of the fire alarm pull station is required.
P1-36-inch clearance corridor in front of the extinguisher is required.
P1-Illuminated exit sign is required on designated egress door. This classroom has two exit doors.
P2-Curtains over shelving are to be of nonflammable material or treated and maintained (log) with an approved solution by the State Fire Marshal.
Classroom 28:
P1-Extension cord used as permanent wiring under teachers’ desk is prohibited.
P1-Outlet box on ceiling requires an approved cover.
P1-Portable extinguisher needs to be mounted on a hook or in a cabinet 4 inches above the ground, yet not higher than 5 feet off the ground.
Classroom 29:
P1-36-Inch clearance corridor in front of the fire alarm pull station is required.
P1-36-inch clearance corridor in front of the extinguisher is required.
P1-Daisy chained power strips to the pushcart is prohibited.
P1-Outlet box on ceiling requires an approved cover.
Classroom 30:
P1-36-Inch clearance corridor in front of the fire alarm pull station is required.
P1-36-inch clearance corridor in front of the extinguisher is required.
Classroom 31:
P1-36-Inch clearance corridor in front of the fire alarm pull station is required.
P1-Portable extinguisher needs to be mounted on a hook or in a cabinet 4 inches above the ground, yet not higher than 5 feet off the ground.
P2-Curtains over shelving are to be of nonflammable material or treated and maintained (log) with an approved solution by the State Fire Marshal.
Classroom 32:
P1-Florescent light coverings are to be of nonflammable material or treated and maintained (log) with an approved solution by the State Fire Marshal.
P1-36-Inch clearance corridor in front of the fire alarm pull station is required.
P1-36-inch clearance corridor in front of the extinguisher is required.
P1-30 inches x 36 inches x 78 inches clearance corridor for electrical panel is required.
P2-Artwork hanging as curtains over windows are to be of nonflammable material or treated and maintained (log) with an approved solution by the State Fire Marshal.
Classroom 33:
P1-Extension cord used as permanent wiring is prohibited.
P2-Holes/ damaged ceiling tile are contributors to fire spread and must be repaired.
Project Information
A required Fire Life and Safety inspection pursuant to Health and Safety Code § 13146.3 was conducted on December 20th/21st, 2021 at the above location. During the inspection I was accompanied
by Palermo School District Head of Maintenance Carlos Aguilar and Firefighter Brandon Biermann. The following deficiencies are required to be repaired and/or corrected. These deficiencies
will be labeled as P1, P2 or P3 throughout this report.
P1: Highest Priority, must be completed by Tuesday February 15th, 2022
P2: Second highest, priority and must be completed by Tuesday March 1st, 2022
P3: Third highest, priority and must be completed by Tuesday March 15th, 2022
Deficiencies
For all occupied rooms:
A minimum clearance corridor of 36 inches must be maintained in front of all fire alarm pull stations. CFC 907.4.2.6
A working space of not less than 30 inches in width, 36 inches in depth and 78 inches in height shall be provided in front of electrical service equipment. Storage is prohibited within
the designated working space. CFC 605.3
Open junction boxes and open-wiring splices shall be prohibited. Approved covers shall be provided for all switch and electrical outlet boxes. CFC 605.6
All drapes, hangings, curtains, light coverings and other decorative materials, shall be made from a nonflammable material or shall be treated and maintained in a flame retardant condition
with a flame-retardant solution approved by the State Fire Marshal. T-19 3.08
Portable Fire Extinguishers shall not be obstructed or obscured from view and a minimum clearance corridor of 36 inches is required. They shall be securely mounted on brackets or placed
in cabinets a minimum of 4 inches off the ground to not more than 5 feet off the ground. CFC 906.6/ T-19 567.3/ T-19 567.6
Each classroom with more than one exit must have one designated exit to be signed with an exit sign that is internally or externally illuminated at all times; signs shall be connected
to an emergency power system that provides illumination for not less than 90 minutes in case of primary power loss. CFC 1016.2 & CFC 1013.6.3
In the event of power supply failure, an emergency electrical system shall automatically illuminate the means of egress in areas that require two or more exits (emergency lighting).
CFC 1008.3
Each school shall prepare procedures to be followed in case of fire or other emergency and shall post in each classroom or assembly area a plan showing paths of travel to evacuate and
an alternate route. Classrooms shall also have posted instructions to be followed by the teacher. T 19 3.13(a)(2)
All evacuation plan maps must show the safest/ quickest route of travel to the exterior of the building. Means of egress shall not pass-through kitchens, storage rooms, closets or spaces
used for similar purposes, or through rooms subject to locking. Evacuation maps must be posted near the designated egress door. CFC 1016.2
Every person managing or in charge of any public, private, or parochial school shall cause the fire alarm signal to be sounded not less than once every calendar month at the elementary
school level. T19.3.13(a)(1)
Artwork and teaching material shall be limited on walls or corridors to not more than 50 percent of the wall area. CFC 807.4.3.2
Hanging or displaying artwork, teaching or decorative material from the ceiling is prohibited. CFC 703.3
Campus Exterior:
P3- All Leaves/debris to be removed from roofs and rain gutters.
Paint Room:
P2-All open Romex wiring must either be in conduit or behind a finished wall. i.e. plywood or drywall finish.
District Storage Modular:
This building is dilapidated to the point of a major fire concern.
P1- All electrical switches and outlet boxes must have approved covers including electrical panels/ breaker boxes.
P1-All open wiring is prohibited.
P2-All holes in walls, floors and ceilings are contributors to fire spread and must be repaired.
Kitchen Storage:
P1-30 inches x 36 inches x 78 inches clearance corridor for electrical panel is required.
P1-36-inch clearance corridor in front of the extinguisher is required.
Kitchen:
P1- 36-inch clearance corridor in front of the extinguisher is required. Might consider moving the extinguisher away from the cooking area no more than 30 feet.
P3-Sprinkler head in kitchen office is not necessary and can be removed due to no sprinkler system in the building.
Gym/Cafeteria
P1- All posted exit signs must illuminate internally and externally at all times and shall be connected to an emergency power system that provides illumination for not less than 90 minutes
in case of primary power loss.
P1-Emergency lighting are required to illuminate in the event of a power outage.
Stage Storage Room:
P1-30 inches x 36 inches x 78 inches clearance corridor for electrical panel is required.
P1-Daisy chained power strips are prohibited.
Stage:
P2-Curtains are to be of nonflammable material or treated and maintained (log) with an approved solution by the State Fire Marshal. Unable to determine if the curtain towards the rear
of the stage is fire rated.
Office Hallway:
P1-36-Inch clearance corridor in front of the fire alarm pull station is required.
Custodian Room (across from the office)
P1-Open wiring near ducting by the ceiling.
Office:
P1-36-inch clearance corridor in front of the extinguisher is required.
P2-Hole in the ceiling can contribute to fire spread and must be repaired.
PSY Room:
P2-Curtains are to be of nonflammable material or treated and maintained (log) with an approved solution by the State Fire Marshal.
Janitor Closet:
P1-Open wiring electrical boxes in two places.
Outside Hallway: Fire Alarm panel & Electrical Main closets
Fire Alarm panel and Electrical Main must be labeled with conspicuous signage each character shall not be less than 4 inches high with a minimum stroke of ½ inch.
Provide annual Fire Alarm testing records
Library:
P1-Illuminated exit sign is required on designated egress door.
P1- Emergency lighting is required to illuminate in the event of a power outage.
Computer Lab:
P1- Remove wall mounted power strip by Smartboard. Repair and cover the electrical box it’s hard wired into.
Classroom 1:
P2-holes in the ceiling can contribute to fire spread and must be repaired.
P1-Emergency procedures are required to be posted.
P1-Illuminated exit sign is required on designated egress door.
Classroom 2:
P1-36-inch clearance corridor in front of the extinguisher is required.
P1-Florescent light coverings are to be of nonflammable material or treated and maintained (log) with an approved solution by the State Fire Marshal.
P2-Curtains over shelving are to be of nonflammable material or treated and maintained (log) with an approved solution by the State Fire Marshal.
P1-Illuminated exit sign is required on designated egress door.
Classroom 3:
P1- 36-inch clearance corridor in front of the extinguisher is required.
P1-Emergency procedures are required to be posted.
P1-Illuminated exit sign is required on designated egress door.
Classroom 4:
P1-Illuminated exit sign is required on designated egress door.
Classroom 5:
P1-36-inch clearance corridor in front of the extinguisher is required.
P2-Curtains over shelving are to be of nonflammable material or treated and maintained (log) with an approved solution by the State Fire Marshal.
P1-Emergency procedures are required to be posted.
Classroom 6:
P1-36-inch clearance corridor in front of the extinguisher is required.
P1-Florescent light coverings are to be of nonflammable material or treated and maintained (log) with an approved solution by the State Fire Marshal.
P2-Hole in the ceiling can contribute to fire spread and must be repaired.
P1-Emergency procedures are required to be posted.
Classroom 7:
P1-36-inch clearance corridor in front of the extinguisher is required.
P2-Curtains over shelving are to be of nonflammable material or treated and maintained (log) with an approved solution by the State Fire Marshal.
Classroom 8:
P1-36-inch clearance corridor in front of the extinguisher is required.
Classroom 1-8 Hallway Corridor:
Fire Code requirements pending Building Plans review.
Classroom 9:
P1-Open wiring above entrance on the exterior of the building.
P1-Open wiring in storage closet.
Classroom 10:
P1-Curtains over shelving are to be of nonflammable material or treated and maintained (log) with an approved solution by the State Fire Marshal.
Classroom 11:
P1-36-inch clearance corridor in front of the extinguisher is required.
P1-Illuminated exit sign is required on designated egress door.
Classroom 12:
P1-36-inch clearance corridor in front of the extinguisher is required.
P1-Florescent light coverings are to be of nonflammable material or treated and maintained (log) with an approved solution by the State Fire Marshal.
P2-Curtains over shelving are to be of nonflammable material or treated and maintained (log) with an approved solution by the State Fire Marshal.
Classroom 14:
P1-Illuminated exit sign is required on designated egress door.
Classroom 15:
P1-Illuminated exit sign is required on designated egress door.
Classroom 10-15 Hallway Corridor:
Fire Code requirements pending Building Plans review.
Classroom 16:
P1-36-inch clearance corridor in front of the extinguisher is required.
P1-Extinguisher must not exceed 5 feet above the ground. Consider moving extinguisher near the egress door.
P2-All curtains over windows and shelving shall be made from a nonflammable material or shall be treated and maintained in a flame retardant condition with a flame-retardant solution
approved by the State Fire Marshal.
P1-Evacuation plan map needs to be changed to show the egress exit being the door that leads to the exterior of the building and not thru the library.
P1-Evacuation plan map need to be posted near the egress door.
P1-Illuminated exit sign is required on designated egress door.
Classroom 17:
P1-White cube tap extension cord near teachers’ desk is prohibited.
Classroom 18:
P1-36-inch clearance corridor in front of the extinguisher is required.
P1-Evacuation plan map needs to be changed to show the egress exit being the door that leads to the exterior of the building and not thru the library.
P1-Evacuation plan map need to be posted near the egress door.
P1-Illuminated exit sign is required on designated egress door.
Classroom 19:
P1-Evacuation plan map needs to be changed to show the egress exit being the door that leads to the exterior of the building and not thru the library.
P1-Evacuation plan map need to be posted near the egress door.
P1-Illuminated exit sign is required on designated egress door.
Classroom 20
P1-36-inch clearance corridor in front of the extinguisher is required.
P2-All curtains over windows shall be made from a nonflammable material or shall be treated and maintained in a flame retardant condition with a flame-retardant solution approved by
the State Fire Marshal.
P1-Evacuation plan map needs to be changed to show the egress exit being the door that leads to the exterior of the building and not thru the library.
P1-Evacuation plan map need to be posted near the egress door.
P1-Illuminated exit sign is required on designated egress door.
Classroom 21:
P2-Curtains over shelving are to be of nonflammable material or treated and maintained (log) with an approved solution by the State Fire Marshal.
Classroom 22A Preschool: See separate inspection form.
Classroom 22B Preschool: See separate inspection form.
Classroom 23:
P1-Illuminated exit sign is required on designated egress door.
P1-Emergency procedures are required to be posted.
Classroom 24:
P1-Illuminated exit sign is required on designated egress door.
Classroom 25:
P1-36-Inch clearance corridor in front of the fire alarm pull station is required.
P1-Illuminated exit sign is required on designated egress door.
Classroom 26:
P1-36-Inch clearance corridor in front of the fire alarm pull station is required.
P1-36-inch clearance corridor in front of the extinguisher is required.
P1-30 inches x 36 inches x 78 inches clearance corridor for electrical panel is required.
Classroom 27:
P1-36-Inch clearance corridor in front of the fire alarm pull station is required.
P1-36-inch clearance corridor in front of the extinguisher is required.
P1-Illuminated exit sign is required on designated egress door. This classroom has two exit doors.
P2-Curtains over shelving are to be of nonflammable material or treated and maintained (log) with an approved solution by the State Fire Marshal.
Classroom 28:
P1-Extension cord used as permanent wiring under teachers’ desk is prohibited.
P1-Outlet box on ceiling requires an approved cover.
P1-Portable extinguisher needs to be mounted on a hook or in a cabinet 4 inches above the ground, yet not higher than 5 feet off the ground.
Classroom 29:
P1-36-Inch clearance corridor in front of the fire alarm pull station is required.
P1-36-inch clearance corridor in front of the extinguisher is required.
P1-Daisy chained power strips to the pushcart is prohibited.
P1-Outlet box on ceiling requires an approved cover.
Classroom 30:
P1-36-Inch clearance corridor in front of the fire alarm pull station is required.
P1-36-inch clearance corridor in front of the extinguisher is required.
Classroom 31:
P1-36-Inch clearance corridor in front of the fire alarm pull station is required.
P1-Portable extinguisher needs to be mounted on a hook or in a cabinet 4 inches above the ground, yet not higher than 5 feet off the ground.
P2-Curtains over shelving are to be of nonflammable material or treated and maintained (log) with an approved solution by the State Fire Marshal.
Classroom 32:
P1-Florescent light coverings are to be of nonflammable material or treated and maintained (log) with an approved solution by the State Fire Marshal.
P1-36-Inch clearance corridor in front of the fire alarm pull station is required.
P1-36-inch clearance corridor in front of the extinguisher is required.
P1-30 inches x 36 inches x 78 inches clearance corridor for electrical panel is required.
P2-Artwork hanging as curtains over windows are to be of nonflammable material or treated and maintained (log) with an approved solution by the State Fire Marshal.
Classroom 33:
P1-Extension cord used as permanent wiring is prohibited.
P2-Holes/ damaged ceiling tile are contributors to fire spread and must be repaired.
Classroom 34:
P1-36-Inch clearance corridor in front of the fire alarm pull station is required.
P1-Extension cord used as permanent wiring is prohibited.
Classroom35:
P1-Extension cord used as permanent wiring is prohibited
Conex Box/ Tuff Shed Storage Adjacent to Classroom 35:
P2-All electrical switches and outlet boxes must have approved covers.
P2-All open Romex wiring must either be in conduit or behind a finished wall. i.e. plywood or drywall finish.
Items Discussed/Requested
Please provide the following to Deputy Fire Marshal, Chris Boyd at chris.boyd@fire.ca.gov
Fire Drill Log
Copy of Campus Emergency Plan including lockdown procedures
Fire Alarm Systems- Annual testing and maintenance reports
List of Campus Contacts
Campus Map with locations of utility shutoffs
Michael Parker
Fire Apparatus Engineer
CAL FIRE/ Butte County Fire Department
Palermo Fire Station
Office: (530) 538-7565
ISSUED BY:
Michael Parker
RECEIVED BY
Carlos Aguilar
Email: caguilar@palermok8.org
DATE
02-01-2022