Fire Protection Assignment: Amazon Warehouse Inspection Guide

1 Amazon warehouse 20 July 2023 Storage Occupancy Student Paramjeet Kaur sanger Course fire protection Course Instructor Dan Lapierre Adapted from the Appendix – “Facility Fire Safety Inventory” in “ Safety Manager’s Guide to Fire Protection ”, David G. Trebisacci and Wayne Carson, National Fire Protection Association, Massachusetts, 2004

2 Fire Protection (FIR 8441) Assignment 2 – Conducting a Fire Inspection Please note that this inspection form is to be used for educational purposes only and it does not represent a comprehensive list of items that might be found in the Fire Code for your jurisdiction. Also please note that you are using the Fire Code, Ontario Regulation 213/07 to compare against for regulatory compliance. *N/A (not applicable) means there is no such feature in the building Facility Fire Safety Inventory Facility/Building: Amazon Warehouse Address: 6363 Millcreek drive, Mississauga, on Your name: Paramjet Kaur sanger Date: 20/07/2023 General Construction/Alteration/Demolition Yes No Is this a new construction? Is this a renovation? Is it a demolition? Were alterations/renovations made since last inspection? Is fire protection for construction shown on plans? Occupancy Is this building an Assembly occupancy? Is this building an Educational occupancy? Is this building a Daycare facility? Is this building a Health Care facility? Is this building an Ambulatory Health Care facility? Is this building a Detention and Correctional occupancy? Is this building a Hotel? Is this building an Apartment Building? Is this building a Lodging or Rooming House? Is this building a Residential Board and Care occupancy? Is this building a One- and Two-Family Dwelling? Is this building a Mercantile occupancy? Is this building a Business occupancy? Is this building an Industrial occupancy? Adapted from the Appendix – “Facility Fire Safety Inventory” in “ Safety Manager’s Guide to Fire Protection ”, David G. Trebisacci and Wayne Carson, National Fire Protection Association, Massachusetts, 2004

3 Is this building a Storage occupancy? Is this building a Special Structures and High-Rise occupancy? Is the building mixed occupancy? If so, indicate other occupancies present: Is the building construction acceptable for height and occupancy? Is it a high rise? Is it windowless? Is it underground? Site preparation Are roadways with all-weather surfaces suitable for fire apparatus? Are water supplies adequate?  Permanent  Temporary Exterior Survey Building construction type (check the one that applies) o Type I (fire resistive) o Type II (non-combustible). o Type III (ordinary) o Type IV (heavy timber) o Type V (wood frame) o Mixed Construction:  What is the height? ____________N/A_____________ Meters Number of stories or floors? ____2_____  Are there potential exposures?  Is there outdoor storage?  Are there hydrants? Fire department connection:  Is there vehicle access?  Is it obstructed?  Is it identified?  Is there drainage (flammable liquid and contaminated runoff)?  Are fire lanes marked? Building Facilities Adapted from the Appendix – “Facility Fire Safety Inventory” in “ Safety Manager’s Guide to Fire Protection ”, David G. Trebisacci and Wayne Carson, National Fire Protection Association, Massachusetts, 2004

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4 Does the building have:  HVAC systems  Electrical systems  Gas distribution systems  Refuse handling systems  Conveyor systems  Elevators Building Utilities Are utilities in good working order? Heat  Gas?  Oil?  Other? Elevators  Elevator recall (Phase I)  Fire fighter control (Phase II) Emergency generator? Size: _____7500 WATT_________________________________ Date last tested: ____15 JUNE 2023_____________________ Temporary Structures and Storage Do they obstruct fire department access? Do they provide exposure to new construction? Is fabric in fabric structures flame resistant per NFPA 701? Special Protection/Housekeeping Is trash removed regularly from occupied and vacant buildings and from buildings under construction? Are small appliances (coffee makers, space heaters, etc.) in use? Are trash chutes:  On outside of buildings?  Properly anchored?  Reasonably straight?  In good working order? Are laundry chutes in good working order? N/A Adapted from the Appendix – “Facility Fire Safety Inventory” in “ Safety Manager’s Guide to Fire Protection ”, David G. Trebisacci and Wayne Carson, National Fire Protection Association, Massachusetts, 2004

5 Interior Finish Is flame spread of wall and ceiling materials per code? MEANS OF EGRESS Occupant Load and Exits Are exits per code? Number of exits? (check the one that applies) o 1 o 2 o 3 o 4 or more Are exits unobstructed at all times? Is egress capacity adequate? What is the fire rating of exit stair enclosure? (check the one that applies) o 1 hour o 2 hour What is the fire rating of exit stair doors? (check the one that applies) o 1 hour o 1 ½ hour Are they self-closing? Are they latching? Are exit enclosures free of storage? Do 100% of exits discharge directly outside? If not, do > 50% discharge outside and is level of discharge sprinklered? N/A Is exit stair reentry per code? Horizontal Exits _____ N/A Is fire resistance 2 hr? Are doors 1 ½ hr resistance rated? Are they self-closing? Are they latching? Are penetrations properly protected? Are doors improperly wedged open? Egress Arrangement Is egress clear and unobstructed? Are dead-end corridors within limits? Adapted from the Appendix – “Facility Fire Safety Inventory” in “ Safety Manager’s Guide to Fire Protection ”, David G. Trebisacci and Wayne Carson, National Fire Protection Association, Massachusetts, 2004

6 Is common path of travel within limits? Is travel through intervening rooms okay? Is egress blocked? Travel Distance Is travel distance per code? Emergency Lighting Is emergency lighting functional? Is it tested monthly? Exit Marking Are exits clearly marked? Adapted from the Appendix – “Facility Fire Safety Inventory” in “ Safety Manager’s Guide to Fire Protection ”, David G. Trebisacci and Wayne Carson, National Fire Protection Association, Massachusetts, 2004

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7 Corridors Are corridors unobstructed at all times? Corridor rating required? (check the one that applies) o 0 hr o ½ hr o 1 hr What is the rating for corridor walls? (check the one that applies) o 1 hr o Other __________ Is rating for corridor doors 20 min? Are corridor doors self-closing? FIRE BARRIERS AND PROTECTION OF OPENINGS Doors Are doors blocked? Are they locked? Is < 90 Newtons force required to release latch? Do doors swing in the direction of travel? Stair Enclosures _____ N/A What is the fire resistance of enclosure? Do doors have proper fire protection rating? Are doors self-closing and latching? Are penetrations limited to:  Electrical conduit serving stairway?  Ductwork necessary for independent stair pressurization?  Water or steam piping for stairway heating/cooling?  Sprinkler and standpipe piping? Are penetrations properly protected? Are doors improperly wedged open? Utility Shafts _____ N/A What is fire resistance of enclosure? Do doors have proper fire protection rating? Are doors self-closing and latching? Do ducts have dampers? Adapted from the Appendix – “Facility Fire Safety Inventory” in “ Safety Manager’s Guide to Fire Protection ”, David G. Trebisacci and Wayne Carson, National Fire Protection Association, Massachusetts, 2004

8 Are doors improperly wedged open? Fire Barriers _____ N/A Do fire barriers have proper fire resistance? (check the one that applies) o ½ hr o 1 hr o 2 hr Do doors have proper fire resistance? (check the one that applies) o 20 min o 1 hr o 1 ½ hr Are doors self-closing and latching? Do ducts have dampers? Are doors improperly wedged open? Floor/Ceiling _____ N/A Are metal pipe penetrations properly protected? Are plastic pipe penetrations properly protected? Are wire and cable penetrations properly protected? Fire Windows _____ N/A Are fire windows installed in 1-hr or less fire-rated assembly? Is glazing:  Wired glass?  Other labeled glazing? Protection of Vertical Openings Are vertical openings enclosed? Is atrium per code? _____ N/A Are 3 < levels open per code? _____ N/A Escalator Enclosures _____ N/A Are escalators properly protected:  Are enclosures fire resistive?  Are sprinklers with draft curtains provided in fully sprinklered buildings? Adapted from the Appendix – “Facility Fire Safety Inventory” in “ Safety Manager’s Guide to Fire Protection ”, David G. Trebisacci and Wayne Carson, National Fire Protection Association, Massachusetts, 2004

9  Are there deluge sprinklers with exhaust?  Are there rolling shutters?  Are doors improperly wedged open? Elevator Shafts _____ N/A Are elevators enclosed? What is the fire resistance of enclosure? (check the one that applies) o 1 hr o 2 hr Do doors have proper fire protection rating? (check the one that applies) o ½ hr o 1 hr o 1 ½ hr Mail or Laundry Chutes _____ N/A What is fire resistance of enclosure? (check the one that applies) o ½ hr o 1 hr o 2 hr Do doors have proper fire protection rating? (check the one that applies) o ½ hr o 1 hr o 1 ½ hr Are doors self-closing and latching? _____ N/A Corridors _____ N/A What is the fire resistance of corridors? (check the one that applies) o ½ hr o 1 hr o N/A Are doors 20 min. self-closing, and latching? Are all penetrations properly sealed? Fire Walls _____ N/A Are fire walls carried up with construction? Do fire walls have proper fire resistance? (check the one that applies) Adapted from the Appendix – “Facility Fire Safety Inventory” in “ Safety Manager’s Guide to Fire Protection ”, David G. Trebisacci and Wayne Carson, National Fire Protection Association, Massachusetts, 2004

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10 o 2 hr o 3 hr o 4 hr Do doors have proper fire protection rating? (check the one that applies) o 1 ½ hr o 3 hr Are doors self-closing and latching? Are penetrations properly protected? _____ N/A Do ducts have dampers? _____ N/A Are doors improperly wedged open? Smoke Barriers _____ N/A What is the resistance of the smoke barrier? (check the one that applies) o ½ hr o 1 hr Are doors self-closing and latching? _____ N/A Do ducts have dampers? _____ N/A Are doors improperly wedged open? Smoke Partitions _____ N/A What is fire resistance of smoke partition? (check the one that applies) o ½ hr o Other ______________________ What is the fire protection rating or thickness of doors? (check the one that applies) o 20 min o 32 mm (1 ¼ in), solid Are doors improperly wedged open? FUEL AND IGNITION CONTROL Protection of Hazards Are there hazardous materials present? What is the hazard of contents: (check the one that applies) o Light (low)? o Ordinary (moderate)? Adapted from the Appendix – “Facility Fire Safety Inventory” in “ Safety Manager’s Guide to Fire Protection ”, David G. Trebisacci and Wayne Carson, National Fire Protection Association, Massachusetts, 2004

11 o Extra (high)? o Mixed? o Special hazards? Are hazardous materials clearly labeled? Is proper documentation (e.g., MSDS) of hazardous materials up to date? Are hazards protected by:  Fire-rated enclosure?  Extinguishing system?  Self-closing door? Is kitchen cooking protected? N/A Date kitchen hood and duct last cleaned: ______________________N/A_______ Process Hazards Are welding facilities separated and is proper housekeeping maintained? _____ N/A Is temporary heating equipment properly installed and maintained? _____ N/A Is flammable and combustible liquid storage per code? _____ N/A Are propane and other gases stored per code? _____ N/A Are there explosives? Has permit for explosives been obtained? _____ N/A Are explosives properly stored? _____ N/A Hot Work Is open-flame and spark-producing equipment controlled? N/A Is fire watch provided during and after hot work? N/A Are hot work permits issued for hot work? N/A Adapted from the Appendix – “Facility Fire Safety Inventory” in “ Safety Manager’s Guide to Fire Protection ”, David G. Trebisacci and Wayne Carson, National Fire Protection Association, Massachusetts, 2004

12 FIRE PROTECTION SYSTEMS Detection System Is there a fire detection system?  Smoke detectors?  Heat detectors? Where: ____ALL OVER THE WAREHOUSE _____________________ Were new detectors added since last inspection? Alarm System Is there a manual alarm system? Was new alarm system or were new alarms added since last inspection? Are fire alarm boxes clear, unobstructed, and identified? _____ N/A Are there audible alarms? Are there visual alarms? Is there automatic fire department notification? Do number and location of fire alarm notification appliances appear adequate? Control Panel Is green power light on? Are any trouble lights on? If yes, why? _____________________________________________ N/A Are supervisory lights on? If yes, why? _____________________________________________ N/A Does panel appear in good condition? Batteries Are batteries in good condition without signs of corrosion? EXTINGUISHING SYSTEMS Sprinklers Is building fully protected with sprinklers? If not, explain: ___________________________________________________________ Is building partially protected with sprinklers? Where _________________________________________________________________ What is system type? (check the one that applies) Adapted from the Appendix – “Facility Fire Safety Inventory” in “ Safety Manager’s Guide to Fire Protection ”, David G. Trebisacci and Wayne Carson, National Fire Protection Association, Massachusetts, 2004

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13 o Wet o Dry o Preaction o Deluge Is there a waterflow alarm? Was new sprinkler system added since last inspection? Any sprinkler system alteration made since last inspection? Sprinkler Valves Are valves supervised? (check the one that applies) o Electrical o Locks o Seal Do sprinkler valves appear in good working order? Is dry pipe valve in heated enclosure? _____ N/A Are spare sprinkler heads provided? Control Valves Are control valves sealed? _____ N/A Are they locked? _____ N/A Do they have tamper switches? _____ N/A Portable Fire Extinguishers Are fire extinguishers provided per code? When were extinguishers last inspected? ___________1 JULY 2023____________________________ Other Extinguishing Systems Type: ________________________________________N/A_______ Where: _______________________________________N/A___________ Standpipes (Where Required) (check the one that applies) o Wet o Dry o None Adapted from the Appendix – “Facility Fire Safety Inventory” in “ Safety Manager’s Guide to Fire Protection ”, David G. Trebisacci and Wayne Carson, National Fire Protection Association, Massachusetts, 2004

14 Are they carried up with construction, floor-by-floor? Are they permanent? Are they temporary? Fire Department Connections Are fire department connections clear and unobstructed? _____ N/A Are protective caps in place? _____ N/A Are connections identified? _____ N/A Fire Pump Is there a fire pump? Size: ______________1,000________________ gpm @ ________100________ psi or Size: ________________________________ L/min @ ____________________bar Date last tested: ________________10 JULY 2023_____________________ Adapted from the Appendix – “Facility Fire Safety Inventory” in “ Safety Manager’s Guide to Fire Protection ”, David G. Trebisacci and Wayne Carson, National Fire Protection Association, Massachusetts, 2004

15 ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS Conduits, Raceways, and Cables Are they badly deteriorated? Are they improperly supported? Are they terminated with proper fittings in boxes? Are they protected from mechanical damage where they pass through walls and floors? _____ N/A Circuit Conductors Are terminals or surfaces of conduits discolored (indication of overloaded circuits)? Are conductors excessively hot? Circuit Breakers Are they discoloured from overheating? Are they too hot to touch? Are GFCIs used for wet locations? Motors Are combustibles adequately separated from combustible materials? Are motor casings excessively hot? Dry Transformers Are dry transformers separated from combustible materials? Is area adequately ventilated? Are clearance requirements (marked on transformer) maintained? Static Electricity _____ N/A Are control measures adequately maintained:  Humidification? _____ N/A  Bonding? _____ N/A  Grounding? _____ N/A  Ionization? _____ N/A Adapted from the Appendix – “Facility Fire Safety Inventory” in “ Safety Manager’s Guide to Fire Protection ”, David G. Trebisacci and Wayne Carson, National Fire Protection Association, Massachusetts, 2004

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16 Extension Cords Are extension cords used for temporary portable equipment only? _____ N/A Are they of proper size for use? _____ N/A Are they improperly used for mechanical support (except lamps)? _____ N/A Are they improperly exposed to mechanical damage, such as under carpets or where damaged by carts or foot traffic? _____ N/A Are they improperly attached to building surfaces? _____ N/A Are they improperly run through walls, doors, or windows? _____ N/A Are they improperly coiled or hanked? _____ N/A Adapted from the Appendix – “Facility Fire Safety Inventory” in “ Safety Manager’s Guide to Fire Protection ”, David G. Trebisacci and Wayne Carson, National Fire Protection Association, Massachusetts, 2004

17 Grounding Are metal cable armor, raceways, boxes, fittings, and electrical machinery properly grounded? Are ground clamps and connectors tight? Are connections corroded? Boxes and Cabinets Are complete enclosures with covers provided? Are switch and outlets cracked or broken? Are switch and outlet covers discoloured from overheating? Are all knockouts in place or covered? _____ N/A Switchboards and Panelboards Are covers provided? _____ N/A Is cage or barrier provided? _____ N/A Lamps and Light Fixtures Is cord insulation cracked or missing? Are halogen lamps near combustibles? Are any fixtures mounted directly to combustible ceilings? Are fixture globes or lenses discoloured from overheating due to wrong lamp size? Oil-Filled Transformers Are oil-filled transformers installed in vaults? _____ N/A Is room designed to contain spill? Are clearance requirements (marked on transformer) maintained? Lightning Protection _____ N/A Do conductors show excessive corrosion or damage? _____ N/A Are connections tight? _____ N/A HEATING SYSTEMS Fuel Adapted from the Appendix – “Facility Fire Safety Inventory” in “ Safety Manager’s Guide to Fire Protection ”, David G. Trebisacci and Wayne Carson, National Fire Protection Association, Massachusetts, 2004

18 Oil? _____ N/A Gas? _____ N/A LP-Gas? _____ N/A Coal? _____ N/A Wood? _____ N/A Other? ___________________________________________________________________ Flu Pipes Are there any signs of corrosion in flue pipes? Is flue pipe clearance from combustibles adequate? Adapted from the Appendix – “Facility Fire Safety Inventory” in “ Safety Manager’s Guide to Fire Protection ”, David G. Trebisacci and Wayne Carson, National Fire Protection Association, Massachusetts, 2004

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19 Furnaces Is furnace clearance from combustibles adequate? Are gravity-type or forced warm-air type furnaces provided with limit switches to shut off fuel? Do oil and gas-fired furnaces have fuel shut-off just ahead of appliance? _____ N/A Portable Heaters Are portable heaters being used? Is there any damage to cords? Are any unvented heaters used in:  Educational occupancy? _____ N/A  Day-care facility? _____ N/A  Health care facility? _____ N/A  Residential occupancy, except one- and two-family? _____ N/A  Detention and correctional occupancy? _____ N/A Steam and Hot Water Piping Is hot water pipe clearance to combustibles adequate? _____ N/A Is steam pipe clearance to combustibles adequate? _____ N/A Burner Controls Does operator’s log indicate periodic testing of controls? _____ N/A Has pilot safety device been provided and tested? _____ N/A Boiler/Heater Rooms Are boiler/heater rooms (service rooms) used for storage? Is housekeeping good? Are there any fuel leaks? Are rooms with LP-Gas adequately ventilated? _____ N/A Adapted from the Appendix – “Facility Fire Safety Inventory” in “ Safety Manager’s Guide to Fire Protection ”, David G. Trebisacci and Wayne Carson, National Fire Protection Association, Massachusetts, 2004

20 Is adequate combustion air provided? _____ N/A Solid Fuel Appliances Are clearances around appliance and chimney adequate? _____ N/A Masonry Chimneys Is spark arrestor provided if solid fuels used? _____ N/A Is chimney clean? Is mortar loose or cracked? If solid fuel used, is any oil- or gas-fired equipment connected to same flue? Are combustibles separated > 50 mm (2 in.)? _____ N/A Factory-Built Chimney Is factory-built chimney installed per manufacturer’s instructions? _____ N/A Adapted from the Appendix – “Facility Fire Safety Inventory” in “ Safety Manager’s Guide to Fire Protection ”, David G. Trebisacci and Wayne Carson, National Fire Protection Association, Massachusetts, 2004

21 FIRE SAFETY MANAGEMENT Is there a written emergency plan? Are there written procedures for: Evacuation? Inspection? Emergency procedures? Are designated employees (if any) instructed in extinguisher use? Are fire drills conducted? How frequently? ________every 3 months _______________________________________ Notes: The fire inspection at the Amazon warehouse conducted on 20th July 2023 identified areas for improvement. While some fire protection systems were in place, issues such as corroded flue pipes need attention. Prompt action and adherence to fire safety measures are recommended to enhance the safety of the facility and its occupants. Adapted from the Appendix – “Facility Fire Safety Inventory” in “ Safety Manager’s Guide to Fire Protection ”, David G. Trebisacci and Wayne Carson, National Fire Protection Association, Massachusetts, 2004

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