Ohio Fire Code Inspection

Q. Where can I obtain a copy of the Ohio Fire Code?

A.There are several ways to obtain a copy. You can obtain a copy from the local library, the internet or purchased through a publisher. The Division of State Fire Marshal does not sell copies of the code. Codebooks can be obtained from the International Code Council (ICC) at 1-888-422-7233 or West Group at 1-800-328-9352. There is an online version and you can check the Ohio Department of Commerce for a link to the online version.

Q. Who is required to have a "Fire Protection Certification"?

A. All persons and entities (sole proprietors, companies, corporations, partnerships, etc.) involved in the installation, service, or maintenance of "fire protection equipment", including water lines, sprinkler systems, emergency lighting, smoke and fire detection, fire extinguishing systems and fire extinguishers "for profit."

Q. What is the minimum "job experience" or "training" requirements to become certified?

A. There are 10 different test categories:

  1. Automatic Sprinklers and Standpipe Systems
  2. Fire Service Mains
  3. Fire Pumps
  4. Fire Alarm and Detection Equipment (Residential and Commercial)
  5. Portable Fire Extinguishers
  6. Engineered Extinguishing Equipment (other than water)
  7. Pre-Engineered Extinguishing Equipment (other than water)
  8. Household Fire Warning Equipment Only (Residential)
  9. Aerosol Extinguishing Equipment (other than water)
  10. Diesel Fire Pump Technician

No "job experience" or "training" is required except for categories 6, 7 and 9. For categories 6, 7 and 9 one of the following must be provided:

  1. Proof from the manufacturer of training or approval to work on the manufacturer’s engineered or pre-engineered systems.
  2. Inspection Reports demonstrating that the applicant has witnessed the code compliant installation/major repairs of ten (10) engineered or pre-engineered systems within two (2) years immediately prior to making application.

The documentation shall include:

  • The name and license number of the individual performing such installation/major repairs
  • Type of systems observed/installed (kidde, ansul, etc.)
  • Date and location of installation/major repairs

Q. What is the minimum score required to "Pass" the test?

A. A score of 70% or better is required to become certified.

Q. How often does the certification have to be renewed?

A. Annually. Your license expiration date is based on the first letter of your last name. Refer to the schedule below:

  • A-G January 2
  • H-M April 1
  • N-S July 1
  • T-Z October 1

Table of Contents include:

  • Ohio Adminstrative Code 1301:7-7-01 Scope and Admininstration
  • Ohio Adminstrative Code 1301:7-7-02 Definitions
  • Ohio Adminstrative Code 1301:7-7-03 General Requirements
  • Ohio Adminstrative Code 1301:7-7-04 Emergency Planning and Preparedness
  • Ohio Adminstrative Code 1301:7-7-05 Fire Service Features
  • Ohio Adminstrative Code 1301:7-7-06 Building Services and Systems
  • Ohio Adminstrative Code 1301:7-7-07 Fire and Smoke Prevention Features
  • Ohio Adminstrative Code 1301:7-7-08 Interior Finish, Decorative Materials and Furnishings
  • Ohio Adminstrative Code 1301:7-7-09 Fire Protection Systems
  • Ohio Adminstrative Code 1301:7-7-10 Means of Egress
  • Ohio Adminstrative Code 1301:7-7-11 Construction Requirements for Existing Buildings
  • Ohio Adminstrative Code 1301:7-7-20 Aviation Facilities
  • Ohio Adminstrative Code 1301:7-7-21 Dry Cleaning
  • Ohio Adminstrative Code 1301:7-7-22 Combustible Dust Producting Operations
  • Ohio Adminstrative Code 1301:7-7-23 Motor Fuel Dispensing Facilities and Repair Garages
  • Ohio Adminstrative Code 1301:7-7-24 Flammable Finishes
  • Ohio Adminstrative Code 1301:7-7-25 Fruit and Crop Ripening
  • Ohio Adminstrative Code 1301:7-7-26 Fumigation and Insecticidal Fogging
  • Ohio Adminstrative Code 1301:7-7-27 Semiconductor Fabrication Facilities
  • Ohio Adminstrative Code 1301:7-7-28 Lumber Yards and Agro-Industrial, Solid Biomass and Woodworking Facilities
  • Ohio Adminstrative Code 1301:7-7-29 Manufacture of Organic Coatings
  • Ohio Adminstrative Code 1301:7-7-30 Industrial Ovens
  • Ohio Adminstrative Code 1301:7-7-31 Tents and Other Membrane Structures
  • Ohio Adminstrative Code 1301:7-7-32 High Piled Combustable Storage
  • Ohio Adminstrative Code 1301:7-7-33 Fire Safety During Construction and Demolition
  • Ohio Adminstrative Code 1301:7-7-34 Tire Rebuilding and Tire Storage
  • Ohio Adminstrative Code 1301:7-7-35 Welding and Other Hot Work
  • Ohio Adminstrative Code 1301:7-7-36 Marinas
  • Ohio Adminstrative Code 1301:7-7-37 Combustible Fibers
  • Ohio Adminstrative Code 1301:7-7-39 Plant Processing and Extraction Facilities
  • Ohio Adminstrative Code 1301:7-7-50 Hazardous Materials General Provisions
  • Ohio Adminstrative Code 1301:7-7-51 Aerosols
  • Ohio Adminstrative Code 1301:7-7-53 Compressed Gasses
  • Ohio Adminstrative Code 1301:7-7-54 Corrosive Materials
  • Ohio Adminstrative Code 1301:7-7-55 Cryogenic Fluids
  • Ohio Adminstrative Code 1301:7-7-56 Explosives and Fireworks
  • Ohio Adminstrative Code 1301:7-7-57 Flammable and Combustible Liquids
  • Ohio Adminstrative Code 1301:7-7-58 Flammable Gases and Flammable Cryogenic Fluids
  • Ohio Adminstrative Code 1301:7-7-59 Flammable Solids
  • Ohio Adminstrative Code 1301:7-7-60 Highly Toxic and Toxic Materials
  • Ohio Adminstrative Code 1301:7-7-61 Liquified Petroleum Gases
  • Ohio Adminstrative Code 1301:7-7-62 Organic Peroxides
  • Ohio Adminstrative Code 1301:7-7-63 Oxidizers, Oxidizing Gases and Oxidizing Cryogenic Fluids
  • Ohio Adminstrative Code 1301:7-7-64 Pyrophotic Materials
  • Ohio Adminstrative Code 1301:7-7-65 Pyroxylin (Cellulose Nitrate) Plastics
  • Ohio Adminstrative Code 1301:7-7-66 Unstable Reactive Materials
  • Ohio Adminstrative Code 1301:7-7-67 Water Reactive Solids and Liquids
  • Ohio Adminstrative Code 1301:7-7-80 Referenced Standards
  • Appendix A Board of Appeals
  • Appendix B Fire Flow Requirements for Buildings
  • Appendix C Fire Hydrant Locations and Distributions
  • Appendix D Fire Apparatus Access Roads
  • Appendix E Hazard Categories
  • Appendix F Hazard Ranking
  • Appendix G Cryogenic Fluids Weight and Volume Equivalents
  • Appendix H Hazardous Materials Management Plan (HMMP) and Hazardous Materials Inventory Statement (HMIS)
  • Appendix I Fire Protection Systems - NonCompliant Conditions
  • Appendix J Building Information Sign
  • Appendix K Construction Requirements for Existing Abulatory Care Facilities
  • Appendix L Requirements for Fire Fighter Air Replenishment Systems
  • Appendix M High Rise Buildings Retroactive Automatic Sprinkler Requiement
  • Appendix N Indor Trade Shows and Exhibitions

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