Fire Code Change Requests

Suggestions for changes to the Fire Code can be made by any individual or group at any time. Requests for Fire Code changes will be processed for possible inclusion in the next edition of the (Ontario) Fire Code and will be shared for consideration in the development of the national model Fire Code of Canada. In some cases, interim amendments may be implemented as determined appropriate. To submit a request to the Office of the Fire Marshal, please complete and submit the form below.

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Fire Code Change Requests

1. Background Information

Submission made on behalf of :
Myself:
Business/ Organization:

If your submission is made on behalf of a Business/Organization

Name of Business/ Organization/ Association:

Approximate # of members:

Your Name:

Your title within the group represented:

Are you authorized to speak on behalf of the group?

2. Fire Code Reference

Division or Supplement:

Code Reference:

Date:

3. Describe the problem with the existing Fire Code provision:

4. Describe the proposed change or provide recommended wording:

5. Identify/describe other Fire Code provisions that may be affected by the proposed change:

6(a). Describe the expected impact of the proposed change with respect to public safety:

6(b). Describe the expected impact of the proposed change with respect to initial and long term cost to owners/occupants:

6(c). Describe the expected impact of the proposed change with respect to enforcement activities:

7(a). If the proposed change is a new requirement, please identify the objective(s) and functional statement(s) that the proposal addresses (see Division A of the
Fire Code):

7(b). If the proposed change is a new requirement, please identify the clause in subsection 12.(1) of the Fire Protection and Prevention Act, 1997 that provides authority for this requirement:

7(c). If the proposed change is a new requirement, is the proposal consistent with existing Building Code requirements?
Give example(s):

8. Please indicate if any additional supporting materials will be forwarded separately:

Please enter your email address if you wish to receive a copy of your submission by email:

NOTE: Your request for an amendment to the Fire code has been received and will be considered for possible adoption through the next code cycle. To obtain information on the status of the Fire Code development cycle in general or your submission in particular, please call the Office of the Fire Marshal at 416-325-3100 and ask for Fire Safety Standards.

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