Fire Inspections & Investigations

Fire inspections

All businesses and building owners are responsible to comply with the National Fire Code (NFC). 

Cochrane’s Quality Management Plan (QMP) dictates how often fire inspections are required for each type of business. New businesses must contact the fire services office for an initial fire inspection prior to opening. Private residences may be inspected by request, or if a fire hazard has been reported.

Submit a fire inspection request

Inspection fee: $50 +GST

Fire investigation

Report any fires resulting in dollar loss, injury or fatalities. An investigation will then determine the cause, origin and circumstances of the fire. These results will be used to identify hazardous products or make recommendations to the National Building and Fire Codes.

Fire code

All businesses and building owners are responsible to follow the National Fire Code (NFC).  Fire Prevention Branch helps ensure businesses meet these requirements by conducting regular fire inspections. Cochranes unified Quality Management Plan (QMP) dictates how often fire inspections are required for each type of business. New businesses must contact Fire Services for an initial fire inspection before opening for business. Private residences and secondary suites may be inspected by request, or if a fire hazard has been reported.

All fires resulting in loss, injuries or fatalities must be reported and investigated for cause, origin and circumstances. The fire commissioner’s office uses this information to identify potential hazardous products or make recommendations to the National Building and Fire Codes.

Occupancy load certificates

Occupancy load certificates are required for businesses or buildings with a load capacity of more than 60 people, such as restaurants, community halls, schools or churches. Request this certificate through the Fire Prevention branch.