Section 590. Building construction

The Fire Inspector I shall:

1. Have a basic knowledge of the features of fire protection and life safety related to building construction that are germane to various types of occupancies;

2. Demonstrate a knowledge of acceptable test methods and marking or labeling for building construction assemblies or devices;

3. Demonstrate a working knowledge of the types of fire doors and installation requirements;

4. Demonstrate a basic knowledge of where rated building construction is required;

5. Demonstrate a knowledge of building construction components installed for fire-related purposes including, but not limited to, fire stops, draft curtains, fire walls, smoke vents, chimneys, flues, and fire rated floor/roof ceiling systems;

6. Demonstrate a knowledge of the classes of roof covering;

7. Demonstrate a knowledge of the requirements for and construction of special building construction features including, but not limited to, projection booths, stages, proscenium openings, and flammable liquid storage rooms; and

8. Demonstrate a knowledge of building construction classification.

Historical Notes

Derived from VR310-01-2 § 4.41, eff. July 8, 1987; amended, Volume 05, Issue 14, eff. June 1, 1989.

Statutory Authority

§ 9.1-203 of the Code of Virginia.