Inspection History Details
Inspection Status: Correction Required
Inspection History: VIOL - MEANS OF EGRESS
| Date | Description | Inspector | Results | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/01/2008 | VIOL - MEANS OF EGRESS | Correction Required | 1008.1.8 Door operations. Except as specifically permitted by this section egress doors shall be readily openable from the egress side without the use of a key or special knowledge or effort. _____ Remove/replace the double key lock on the west main door with a thumb turn lock. 1008.1.8.5 Unlatching. The unlatching of any door or leaf shall not require more than one operation. _____ Remove either the panic hardware or the thumb turn lock, as only one locking device is allowed. 1011.5.3 Power source. Exit signs shall be illuminated at all times. To ensure continued illumination for a duration of not less than 90 minutes in case of primary power loss, the sign illumination means shall be connected to an emergency power system provided from storage batteries, unit equipment or an on-site generator. The installation of the emergency power system shall be in accordance with Section 2702 of the International Building Code _____ Fix, repair, and bring all exit signs into code compliance 1027.5 Illumination emergency power. The power supply for means of egress illumination shall normally be provided by the premises' electrical supply. In the event of power supply failure, illumination shall be automatically provided from an emergency system for the following occupancies where such occupancies require two or more means of egress: all Emergency lighting shall be functional and properly maintained in conjunction with IFC section 1027. _____ Repair all emergency lighting units and bring them up to code 1021.2 Width. The width of exit passageways shall be determined as specified in Section 1005.1 but such width shall not be less than 44 inches (1118 mm), except that exit passageways serving an occupant load of less than 50 shall not be less than 36 inches (914 mm) in width. The required width of exit passageways shall be unobstructed. 1028.2 Reliability. Required exit accesses, exits or exit discharges shall be continuously maintained free from obstructions or impediments to full instant use in the case of fire or other emergency when the areas served by such exits are occupied. _____ The files and filing Cabinets shall be moved as not to narrow the required egress way. 1028.3 Obstructions. A means of egress shall be free from obstructions that would prevent its use. _____ Remove the chairs that are blocking the west main door, and always maintain access to the egress access ________________________________________________ (Joseph P. Longo, Inspector, Tucson Fire Department) I, ______________________ have received a copy of this inspection report. (Building Representative) ______________________________ (Captain) Full inspection done by Inspector Joseph P. Longo Re-inspection scheduled on or after ___/___/___ Call Inspector Longo at 235-4262 or 791-4502, if you have any further questions. Thank you. Re-inspection passed: ______________________ Joseph P. Longo |