101 FIRE SAFETY INSPECTION PROGRAM TAMIU conducts several levels of fire and life safety inspections in all of our residence hall and apartment facilities. Inspections are generally conducted on a semester basis with the University Physical Plant, in addition to the semester and monthly health and safety inspections conducted by the department. During the year, University?s Physical Plant conducts inspections of fire safety equipment in compliance with the requirements of the National Fire Protection Association. On May 22, 2017 residential facilities were inspected by the State Fire Marshal and deficiencies were found. MONTHLY INSPECTIONS ? Each month, housing staff conduct egress area fire safety inspections. These areas include corridors, stairways, and exit paths. PRE-OCCUPANCY INSPECTIONS ? Prior to occupancy of each fall, spring and summer semester, a more in- depth inspection is conducted. These inspections include all common areas, mechanical, electrical, and custodial areas within each building as well as exit paths outside of the facilities. Annual Inspections ? Once each calendar year, a complete fire and life safety inspection is conducted under the oversight of the Office of Environmental Health and Safety. Fall Room Inspections ? Health and Safety inspections are conducted (fire and life safety inspections) of all campus residences during the Fall Semester. The intent of these inspections is to increase the level of safety and safety awareness for all occupants of the residences. These inspections include resident rooms and staff offices as well as mechanical and common areas. Inspections will be conducted in the presence of a staff member. Advance notification of all inspections will be provided to hall staff. Safety practices in general and the Fire/Life safety rules found in the rules section will be the primary focus of the inspection. These inspections will look for items such as: ELECTRICAL: Use of extension cords, cover plate missing/damaged, electrical wiring frayed/damaged/crimped, multi adapter without breaker in use, prohibited/ unapproved appliances. Fire Alarm Equipment: smoke detector obstructed (min. 24?clearance), smoke detector damaged. Ignition Sources/Combustible Products: candles/incense being present in the room, flammable liquids in the room, combustible materials near electrical source, and excessive fire load in the room. Emergency Planning: absence of the evacuation plan on the back of the room door, window/door obstructed. Miscellaneous: poor housekeeping, floor/wall/ceiling penetrations, and the door closure missing/damaged.
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