Program Lead: Ken Hill, (360) 397-2186 ext. 3318
This program involves the periodic inspection of the county's many commercial occupancies and uses. According to the United States Fire Administration almost 85 percent of the businesses involved in fire never recover - even if they have insurance to cover their losses. Regular fire inspections coupled with conscientious fire safety and prevention programs in the work place are very effective at reducing both the incidence and severity of fires when they do occur. Regular fire inspections also help to reduce the rate we all pay for fire insurance in our homes as well as our businesses.
Fire safety tips for your business:
- Be sure that your building address is clearly visible from the street.
- Place combustible waste materials in metal containers with tight fitting lids and remove it from the building daily or as it accumulates.
- Maintain the aisles leading to exits clear and unobstructed.
- Make sure exit doors are working properly, clearly marked and unobstructed.
- Periodically check and test exit signs, general exit lighting and emergency lighting to assure its proper operation.
- Regularly conduct fire drills involving all of your staff - be sure everyone knows what to do in case of a fire.
- Back up important data and copies of financial statements and records in a secure place away from the business. These records are invaluable in case of a fire when you have to recreate financial records.
Fees have been established for the various reviews and inspections performed by the fire marshal. The fee varies according to the application. The fire marshal's fee schedule is listed in Section 6.120 of the Clark County Code. The 2009 Adopted Fees (PDF - 23K) are the most updated fees. Fees are reviewed and updated on an annual basis.
To report a fire hazard, please use our Fire Hazard Form.
