The Soledad Fire Department recently conducted its annual fire inspections. Annual Fire Inspections help mitigate known hazards and ensure that our city is being maintained safely and appropriately. The fire department reviews proper maintenance of the following items: fire protection systems, egress systems, fire protection installation, electrical hazards, and fire extinguishers, and also confirms sufficient site access for fire department personnel and apparatus.
Performing annual fire inspections minimizes the chances of fires occurring, thus reducing fire and property damage while increasing public safety. More specifically, the fire department performs annual inspections to comply with state law (California Health & Safety Code) which requires an annual fire inspection in the following occupancies:
- Apartments
- Hotels
- Motels
- Public and Private Schools (Grades K-12)
The most important benefit of a fire inspection is that it allows us to educate our citizens on fire safety and build a working relationship with our local business owners.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
HOW OFTEN ARE FIRE AND LIFE SAFETY INSPECTIONS DONE?
Fire and Life Safety Inspection are completed annually.
IS THEIR A FEE FOR A FIRE AND LIFE SAFETY INSPECTION?
Yes, the annual inspection fee rate is $165.50
WHAT ARE SOME OF THE COMMON VIOLATIONS FOUND DURING AN INSPECTION?
Most common violations found during an inspection are expired fire extinguishers, exit signs, blocked electrical panels and blocked exits.
HOW OFTEN SHOULD FIRE EXTINGUISHERS BE SERVICED?
Fire extinguishers are required to be serviced annually.
WHO CAN WE CONTACT TO HAVE OUR FIRE EXTINGUISHERS SERVICED?
Below are two companies in Monterey County that can assist with fire extinguisher maintenance…
Carlon’s Fire and Safety Sales & Service 21885 Rosehart Way, Salinas, CA 93908 (831)424-6152
Tri County Fire 260 Rianda St #A, Salinas, CA 93901 (831)757-1578
WHAT HAPPENS IF A BUSNIESS FAILS AN INSPECTION?
The inspectors will send a copy of the report to the e-mail address on file. The report will allow the business to review all violations. A re-inspection will occur 30 days from failed inspection.
IS IT POSSIBLE TO FAIL AN INSPECTION MORE THAN ONCE?
Yes, if business fails to correct violation(s) during a re-inspection, a third inspection will occur 30 days after the failed second re-inspection. Our goal is to ensure that all businesses in the City of Soledad are Fire Safe and are in compliance with State Laws.
WHO DO WE CONTACT IF WE HAVE QUESTIONS ABOUT INSPECTIONS?
Soledad Fire Department
(831)223-5100
