Home Fire Hazard Inspection Checklist Page 2
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2Home Fire Hazard Inspection Check List
Homes and Structures in Wildland Areas
STRUCTURAL HAZARDS
YES
NO
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5. Chimney and stovepipe screened with wire mesh spark arresters
.
(no larger than ½”)
6. Chimneys extend above rooflines?
Roof and exterior constructed of fire resistant or non-combustible material?
7.
(If not, treated?)
8. All projections
enclosed or constructed with fire resistant materials?
(balconies, decks, patios)
9. Soffits, roof overhangs 24” or less?
10. No large window area exposed to potential fire heat?
11. Windows have double-pane glass?
12. Are outbuildings constructed of combustible material?
13. Are large amounts of combustible or flammable materials stored in the outbuildings?
Openings in soffits and foundations screened with metal mesh?
14.
(max ¼” and 144 sq. total area)
15. Firewood stacked minimum of 50’ from structure and never downhill from the structure?
16. Is outdoor grill area cleared to mineral soil for 5’ in all directions and gas connections
checked yearly?
17. Does the home have at least two ground level entry/exit doors?
18. Do rooms facing the greatest fire danger path have exits on the opposite side of the room
OTHER CONSIDERATIONS
YES
NO
1. Is there natural cover fire hazards and fire weather?
Is there any fire-fighting equipment on hand?
2.
(at least 50’ of hose with nozzles on 2 sides of home)
3. Is the phone number for Scottsdale Fire Dept. posted?
4. Are there children in the home? Are they trained how to report a wildland fire/emergency?
5. Are the electrical transformers clear of brush?
6. Are telephone lines clear of potential fire damage?
7. Are ashes disposed of correctly in a non-combustible container?
8. Has debris been burned in an open area?
9. Is the owner/occupant aware of the Scottsdale Fire Ordinance that restricts all open
burning?
10. Is the home occupied when the local wildland danger is high?
11. Are there planned escape routes should fire threaten?
12. Could the resident escape to a safer area should there be a large wildland fire in the area?
How well did this particular residence fare with the Scottsdale Fire Department ‘s Wildfire Evaluation?
Property Needs Major Attention
Property Needs Minor Attention
Property Has Been Maintained
Scottsdale Fire Department
8401 E Indian School Road, Scottsdale, AZ 85251
Phone: 480-312-8000
Fax: 480-312-1887
Revision Date: 10-Mar-08
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