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CONSOLIDATED VERSION OF
CITY OF WILLIAMS LAKE
FIRE PROTECTION AND CONTROL
BYLAW NO. 2189, 2013 &
SUBSEQUENT AMENDMENTS
THERETO
(For convenience only)
CITY OF WILLIAMS LAKE
BYLAW NO. 2189
BEING A BYLAW OF THE CITY OF WILLIAMS LAKE TO PROVIDE FOR FIRE
PROTECTION SERVICES.
WHEREAS Section 8(2) of the Community Charter authorizes Council to provide Fire
Protection services.
AND WHEREAS the Province of British Columbia has adopted a Fire Code and the Fire
Services Act, as amended from time to time, to govern standards in respect of the provision
of fire services in municipalities and regional districts in the Province.
AND WHEREAS Council has passed Bylaw No. 1947, cited as the "City of Williams Lake
Fire Protection and Control Bylaw No. 1947, 2004".
AND WHEREAS Council now deems it expedient to amend such regulations for fire
protection and control within the Municipality;
NOW THEREFORE the Council of the City of Williams Lake in open meeting assembled
enacts as follows:
Title:
1.
This Bylaw may be cited as the "City of Williams Lake Fire Protection and Control
Bylaw No. 2189, 2013".
Repeal:
2.
Bylaw No. 1947, being the "City of Williams Lake Fire Protection and Control Bylaw
No. 1947, 2004", and all amendments thereto are hereby repealed.
Purpose:
3.
The purpose of this bylaw is to secure public safety and is made expressly subject to
the Fire Services Act of British Columbia and Regulations.
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Divisions:
4.
This bylaw is divided into the following divisions:
Division One
Interpretation
Division Two
Definitions
Division Three
Williams Lake Fire Department
Division Four
Fire Protection and Control
Division Five
Open Air Fires
Division Six
Fireworks
Division Seven
Inspections and Fire Control
Division Eight
Enforcement
Division Nine
File Searches/Permits
Division Ten
Offences and Penalties
Division Eleven
Schedules
DIVISION ONE - INTERPRETATION
101.
If any provision of this bylaw is held to be invalid by a court of competent jurisdiction, the
provision may be severed from the bylaw and such invalidity shall not affect the validity of
the remaining portions of this bylaw.
102.
Words or phrases defined in the British Columbia Interpretation Act, Community Charter, or
Local Government Act or any successor legislation shall have the same meaning when
used in this bylaw unless otherwise defined in this bylaw. Unless otherwise stated, and
notwithstanding the case used (upper case or lower case), when words or phrases that are
defined in Division Two of this bylaw are used in the body or schedules of this bylaw, they
have the meaning ascribed to them as set out in Division Two.
103.
The headings contained in this bylaw are for convenience only and are not to be construed
as defining or in any way limiting the scope or the intent of the provisions of this bylaw.
104.
Any act or enactment referred to herein is a reference to an enactment of the Province of
British Columbia or a Federal enactment of Canada, as the case may be, and regulations
thereto, as amended, revised, consolidated or replaced from time to time, and any bylaw or
Council policy referred to herein (as may be cited by short title or otherwise) is a reference
to an enactment of the Council of the City of Williams Lake, as amended, revised,
consolidated, or replaced from time to time.
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DIVISION TWO - DEFINITIONS
201.
In this bylaw:
APPARATUS
means any vehicle provided with machinery, devices, equipment of
materials for Fire Protection and assistance response as well as
vehicles used to transport fire fighters or supplies.
ASSISTANCE
means aid provided in respect of fires, explosions, and medical.
BUILDING
means any and all structures whatsoever used or intended for
supporting or sheltering any use or occupancy.
CITY
means the City of Williams Lake.
COUNCIL
means the Municipal Council of the City of Williams Lake.
EQUIPMENT
means any tools, contrivances, devices or materials used by the Fire
Department for Fire Protection purposes or to combat or prevent an
Incident or other emergency.
FIRE CHIEF
means the head of the Fire Department and includes the Deputy Fire
Chief or any other person authorized to act on behalf of the Fire
Chief.
FIRE CODE
means the British Columbia Fire Code as amended from time to time.
FIRE DEPARTMENT means the fire department of the City of Williams Lake, including all
officers, employees and volunteers engaged in the department.
FIRE INSPECTOR
means any Williams Lake Fire Department member authorized by
the Fire Chief to act in such capacity.
FIRE PROTECTION means all aspects of fire safety including but not limited to fire
prevention, any or all aspects of fire fighting or suppression, pre-fire
planning, fire investigation, public education and information, training
or other staff development and advising.
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FIRE PROTECTION
EQUIPMENT
means without limitation sprinkler systems, special extinguisher
systems, portable fire extinguishers, fire hydrants, water supplies for
fire protection, standpipe and hose systems, fixed pipe fire
suppression systems in commercial cooking exhaust systems,
smoke control measures and emergency power installations.
FIRE PROTECTION
TECHNICIAN
means a person who has provided the Fire Department with
acceptable documentation from a recognized Certification Agency
that qualifies him/her to perform inspections and testing on Fire
Protection Equipment.
FIRE SERVICES
ACT
means the Fire Services Act, R.S.B.C. 1996, c. 144.
FIREWORKS
has the same meaning as under the Fireworks Act.
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FULL SERVICE
means the Service Level that includes activities that are undertaken
by firefighters and officers trained in the full spectrum of
Competencies outlined in the NFPA 1001 Firefighter 2, Standard for
Fire Fighting Professional Qualifications as well as the relevant
competencies of NFPA 1021 Standard of Fire Officer Professional
Qualifications for officers as described.
INCIDENT
means a fire or a situation where a fire or explosion is imminent and
includes assistance response circumstances described in Section 7
of this Bylaw.
INCIDENT
COMMANDER
means the member designated to be in charge of an incident.
LOCAL ASSISTANT
TO THE FIRE
COMMISSIONER
has the same meaning as under the Fire Services Act; also known
as LAFC.
MEMBER
means any person or officer duly appointed by the Fire Chief as a
member of the Fire Department and who is actively engaged in Fire
Protection matters. Each Member shall be deemed to be a
"municipal public officer" as defined in the Local Government Act.
OFFICER
means a Member appointed by the Fire Chief and given specific
authority to assist the Fire Chief in Fire Protection duties.
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PLAYBOOK
means the mandatory minimum training standards set under
paragraph 3(3)(b) of the Fire Services Act (B.C.) by the Office of the
Fire Commissioner and approved by the Minister of Justice, entitled
British Columbia Fire Service Minimum Training Standards: Structure
Firefighters - Competency and Training Playbook (September 2014),
as same may be amended, revised or replaced from time to time.
RESPONSE
means assistance in response to earthquakes or other natural
disasters, escape of dangerous goods, rail or marine incidents, motor
vehicle or other accidents, and circumstances necessitating rescue
efforts.
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SERVICE LEVEL
means the level of service to be provided by a fire department as
determined by the Departments Authority having Jurisdiction (AHJ).
The AHJ may select a Service Level from among one of the following
options: Exterior Operations, Interior Operations or Full Service
Operations.
SMOKE ALARM
means a combined smoke detector and audible alarm device
designed to sound an alarm within the building dwelling unit, suite, or
room in which it is located upon the detection of smoke within that
area.
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VACANT BUILDING means a building or structure without content or occupant.
DIVISION THREE - WILLIAMS LAKE FIRE DEPARTMENT
301.
The Williams Lake Fire Department is established and maintained as a division of
Protective Services of the City of Williams Lake and the Fire Chief is appointed as the head
of the Williams Lake Fire Department and reports to Council through the Chief
Administrative Officer.
302.
The limits of the jurisdiction of the Fire Chief, Officers and Members of the Fire Department
will extend to the area and service boundaries as determined by Council, and no part of the
Fire Apparatus shall be used beyond these boundaries without:
a)
The express authorization of a written contract or agreement providing for the
supply of fire fighting services outside the municipal boundaries; or
b)
The approval of Council,
303.
The Fire Chief shall be in charge of overseeing the provision of services for:
a)
The protection of life and property of the citizens of Williams Lake from fire hazards;
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b)
The operation of the firefighting, rescue, fire prevention, and training, sections of
the Williams Lake Fire Department; and
c)
The direction and control of the assigned work force by direct intervention or
through supervision by appointed subordinate supervisory staff.
304.
The Williams Lake Fire Department is authorized to:
a)
Take all reasonable measures for the prevention, control, and extinguishment of fire
and for the protection of life and property and to enforce all enactments
pertaining to fire prevention, life safety, and all investigations related thereto;
and
b)
Provide assistance in response to:
i)
Fire related emergencies
ii)
Fire prevention activities
iii)
Rescue operations
iv)
Mutual aid to fire services including Ministry of Forests
v)
Response to hazardous materials incidents
vi)
Any railway or highway incident which may affect life safety or property
vii)
Assist other agencies
305.
Neither the City nor any officer or employee of the City is liable for any damages or loss,
including economic loss sustained by any person, or to the property of any person,
resulting from:
a)
Any inspection carried out under this bylaw
b)
Any failure to carry out an inspection under this bylaw
c)
Any permit or notice issued under this bylaw; or
d)
The approval or disapproval of any equipment under this bylaw
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306. Full Fire Service Operations Policy:
a)
The Williams Lake Fire Department will provide Full Fire Service Operations Level
as detailed by the "British Columbia Fire Service Minimum Training Standards
Structure Fire Fighters Competency and Training Playbook, (2nd Edition, Amended
May 2015)".
b)
The Williams Lake Fire Department will train to a Full Fire Service Operations Level
Fire Suppression as required by the "British Columbia Fire Service Training
Playbook (2nd Edition, Amended May 2015)".
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DIVISION FOUR - FIRE PROTECTION AND CONTROL
Evacuation or No Occupancy
401.
If any emergency arising from a fire, fire hazard, toxic chemical spill, or a risk of explosion
causes the Incident Commander to be apprehensive of imminent and serious danger to life
or property, or of a panic, he may immediately take the steps he thinks advisable to remove
the hazard or risk, and without limiting the foregoing, he may evacuate a building or area
and may call upon the police to assist him and provide security to the evacuated building or
area.
402.
The Fire Chief or designate may post a notice on any building, structure or area warning
that Occupancy of the Building, Structure or Area may be hazardous or that there is "no
occupancy" of the Building, Structure or Area due to a fire hazard, and the notice shall be
in the form shown in Schedule "C" attached to and forming part of this bylaw.
403.
No person shall remove, alter, or deface any notice posted pursuant to this bylaw.
Fire-Damaged or Vacant Buildings
404.
a)
The owner of a building or other structure that is vacant for more than 7 days must
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immediately act to ensure that the building is guarded or that all openings and
points of entry into the building are kept securely closed and fastened in a manner
acceptable to the Fire Chief so as to prevent entry of unauthorized persons. If the
owner fails to provide the necessary security to the vacant building within 48 hours
of being notified by the Fire Chief, the fire Chief may cause the work to be carried
out at the cost and expense of the owner.
b)
The owner/occupier of a building or other structure that has been damaged due to
fire must within 24 hours of an incident, act to ensure that the building is guarded or
that all openings and points of entry into the building are kept securely closed and
fastened in a manner acceptable to the Fire Chief so as to prevent entry of
unauthorized persons. If the building or structure has been damaged due to fire
and has been determined to be unreplaceable, demolition and removal of the
building or structure must be completed within 60 days of being notified by the Fire
Chief or following an incident. Any cost associated with determining whether a
building or structure is unreplaceable will be at the expense of the owner.
405.
If the owner/occupier of any fire-damaged building fails to comply with Section 404 of this
by-law within a reasonable time, then the Fire Chief may have the work on the building or
lands performed by the City or any other third party, at the expense of the owner/occupier
by way of a fee imposed by the City. If the owner/occupier fails to pay to the City the
aforesaid fee, then the City may recover the fee in the same manner as municipal property
taxes.
406.
If the owner fails to pay to the City the aforesaid fee, then the City may recover the fee in
the same manner as municipal property taxes
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Hydrant and Water Supply Systems
407. All private fire hydrant and water supply systems shall be maintained in accordance with
this bylaw.
408.
Failure to maintain any private fire hydrant and/or water supply system in accordance with
this bylaw will be deemed to be an infraction, and the owner of the fire hydrant and/or
water supply system may be subject to the fines and fees provided in this bylaw.
409. For firefighting purposes, all water supply systems on private property shall conform to the
City's specifications and shall be installed to be capable of providing fire flows as
determined by the most current version of "Water Supply for Public Fire Protection"
published by the Public Fire Protection Survey Services and the Insurance Bureau of
Canada, or as otherwise approved by the Fire Chief.
410.
All new fire hydrants must be Canada Valve "Century" or Terminal City # C71-P. All 4-inch
pumper port connections must be fitted with 4-inch Storz connections acceptable to the Fire
Department.
411.
No person shall make any attachment or connection to any fire hydrant or standpipe
without the approval of the Fire Chief or designate or the City of Williams Lake Water
Department.
412.
All fire hydrants shall be maintained and inspected in accordance with the British Columbia
Fire Code.
413.
Fire hydrants on privately owned land shall be painted red in color. Fire hydrants on City
owned land shall have the hydrant barrels painted yellow and the caps shall be painted in
compliance with the National Fire Protection Association 291 as follows:
Light Blue
____________ Rated capacity of 1500 gpm or greater
Green
____________ Rated capacity of 1000-1499 gpm
Orange
____________ Rated capacity of 500-999 gpm
Red
____________ Rated capacity of less than 500 gpm
414.
Every owner of private property must install at least one fire hydrant on that property if the
property:
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(a)
extends more than 75 metres from the nearest adjacent highway; and
(b)
is more than 50 metres from the nearest fire hydrant installed on City
property.
415.
Every owner of private property that must install a fire hydrant pursuant to section 413 must
install as many fire hydrants as are necessary to ensure that:
(a)
no fire hydrant installed on the private property is more than 100 meters from
another fire hydrant on the private property; and
(b)
no building on the property is more than 100 meters from a fire hydrant.
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416.
The minimum clearance in all directions (360 degrees) around a public or private fire
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hydrant is 1.5 m (5ft.) from any obstructions, including, but not limited to, snow, fences,
shrubs, trees, large rocks, or signs.
Smoke Alarm Installation and Maintenance
417.
The owner of every residential dwelling used for occupancy shall ensure that smoke alarms
are installed and maintained in every dwelling unit or suite and in each sleeping room not
within a dwelling unit, except for institutional occupancies which are required to have a fire
alarm system.
418.
Occupants of a residential dwelling or dwelling unit shall test the smoke alarms in
compliance with the manufacturers' recommendation within each dwelling unit, suite, or
sleeping room to ensure that the smoke alarms are functioning correctly. If a smoke alarm
is not functioning correctly, an occupant, if he is not the owner, shall inform the owner
immediately of becoming aware of the failure and the owner shall forthwith, or as soon as is
reasonably practicable, repair, or replace the smoke alarm.
419.
Smoke alarms required under this by-law shall conform to CAN/ULC - S31 Standard for
SMOKE ALARMS and shall be installed and maintained in conformance with CAN/ULC -
S553 Standard for THE INSTALLATION OF SMOKE ALARMS.
420.
Smoke alarms required for motels, hotels, apartments, rooming houses, boarding houses,
and dormitories shall be installed in accordance with the British Columbia Building Code.
Fire Alarm Systems
421. The owner or occupier of every building containing a fire alarm system shall ensure that
each fire alarm system is installed, maintained, and tested in conformance with the British
Columbia Fire Code and this municipal bylaw.
422. Failure to maintain a fire alarm system in accordance with this by-law will be deemed to be
an infraction, and the owner or occupier of the building containing such a fire alarm system
may be subject to the fines and fees provided in this bylaw.
423.
When a fire alarm system in a building or structure has been activated and the owner or
occupier of that building or structure or the owner's or occupier's contact person(s) cannot
be reached or fail to attend the building or structure within forty (40) minutes:
a)
The Williams Lake Fire Department may use whatever means necessary to gain
access to the premises to investigate the cause of the fire alarm without payment to
the owner or occupier of any compensation whatsoever for damage caused to the
premises by such forced entry; and
b)
The owner or occupier of the building or structure at which the fire alarm system has
been activated shall pay a fee to the City as set out in Schedule "A" attached
hereto, for a minimum of one (1) hour, and for all the time during which The
Williams Lake Fire Department apparatus and member(s) were required to remain
on standby at the premises, until such time as the owner or occupier or a contact
person arrives to take over and secure the premises.
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c)
If there is reason to believe a fire or other incident is in progress or has occurred,
then the Fire Department may use any means necessary to gain access.
General Fire Protection and Safety
424.
Where required by the British Columbia Fire Code, the owner or occupant of any lands,
premises, yards, or buildings situated within the City shall at all times keep the same in a
safe condition by:
(a)
maintaining a fire alarm system in an approved manner in accordance with the
British Columbia Fire Code;
(b)
maintaining emergency lighting in accordance with the British Columbia Fire Code;
(c)
maintaining exit lighting in accordance with the British Columbia Fire Code;
(d)
maintaining Fire Department access in accordance with British Columbia Fire Code;
(e)
maintaining commercial cooking equipment in an approved manner in accordance
with the British Columbia Fire Code;
(f)
supplying portable fire extinguishers in an approved manner in accordance with the
British Columbia Fire Code;
(g)
maintaining portable fire extinguishers in an approved manner in accordance with
the British Columbia Fire Code;
(h)
maintaining a means of egress in accordance with the British Columbia Fire Code;
(i)
providing and maintaining exit door hardware in accordance with the British
Columbia Fire Code;
(j)
providing an approved fire safety plan and/or a construction site fire safety plan in
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accordance with the British Columbia Fire Code;
(k)
maintaining an approved fire safety plan in accordance with the British Columbia Fire
Code;
(l)
maintaining an automatic sprinkler system in an approved manner in accordance
with the British Columbia Fire Code;
(m)
maintaining a standpipe and hose system in an approved manner in accordance with
the British Columbia Fire Code;
(n)
maintaining fire hydrant(s) in accordance with the British Columbia Fire Code;
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(o)
taking adequate measures to prevent any more than 2 fire alarms in a 12 month
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period, created by faulty systems or mischief;
(p)
notifying the Fire Department immediately of the occurrence of fire in the building or
premises or of the activation of a fire alarm system;
(q)
ensuring all vacant buildings are kept free from debris and flammable material, and
keeping all openings in the building securely fastened and closed so as to prevent
the entry of unauthorized persons;
(r)
maintaining required fire separations in accordance with the British Columbia Fire
Code;
(s)
installing and maintaining smoke alarms in residential dwellings used for occupancy
in accordance with the British Columbia Fire Code;
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(t)
All mobile food vendors must have commercial cooking equipment installed pursuant
to the requirements of "NFPA 96: Standard for Ventilation Control and Fire Protection
of Commercial Cooking Operations", where applicable.
425.
Without limiting Section 1003 of this bylaw, every owner or occupier who contravenes
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Section 424 of this bylaw commits an offence and:
a)
Shall be liable to a fine as set out in the City of Williams Lake's Bylaw Offence
Notice Enforcement Bylaw;
b)
In addition to the issuance of a fine, the Fire Chief may have all work necessary to
bring the land or building into compliance with this bylaw performed by the City or
any third party, at the expense of the owner by way of a fee imposed by the City; and
c)
If the owner fails to pay to the City the aforesaid fees, then the City may recover the
fee in the same manner as municipal taxes.
Hazardous Materials Incidents
426.
Where Williams Lake Fire Department equipment has been damaged or contaminated
while attending an incident at or in vehicles, lands, or buildings that resulted from the
presence of a hazardous substance on or in the said vehicles, lands, or buildings, the
owner or occupier of the vehicles, lands, or buildings shall, by way of a fee imposed by the
City, pay for the repair, replacement, and/or decontamination costs, including taxes, for
such equipment. Such a fee will only be imposed where the Fire Chief concludes that the
incident resulted from an act, failure to act, or condition in contravention of an enactment
and if the owner or occupier of the lands, or buildings fails to pay to the City the aforesaid
fee, then the City may recover the expenses in the same manner as municipal property
taxes. If the incident involves a vehicle, the owner of such vehicle shall be charged the fee.
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Accumulation of Combustible Materials
427. Neither the owner nor occupier of any land or building shall permit the accumulation of
combustible growth or material of any kind which, in the opinion of the Fire Chief or Fire
Inspector, is liable to catch fire or increase the danger to persons or property from a fire or
wildfire. The owner or occupier of the land or building shall dispose of said growth or
material and take such precautions to prevent fire or damage to life or property, as ordered
by the Fire Chief or Inspector.
428.
If the owner or occupier of the land or building fails to take such precautions to prevent the
accumulation of combustible growth or material of any kind as ordered by the Fire Chief,
then the Fire Chief may have the work performed by the City or any other third party at the
expense of the owner by way of fee imposed by the City. If the owner fails to pay to the
City the aforesaid fee, then the City may recover the fee in the same manner as municipal
property taxes
Civic Street Addresses
429.
An owner or occupier of a Building or Structure must ensure that the civic address for the
property at which the Building or Structure is located is posted so as to be clearly visible
from the road using numbers that shall be a minimum of 7.63 centimetres (3 inches) in
height and of a color that contrasts with the surface on which they are mounted.
430.
The owner or occupier of a commercial or multi-residential use property shall ensure the
unit number for each individual unit within a commercial or multi-residential use property
are posted in a visible location at the entry to each unit, are a minimum of 7.63
centimeters (3 inches) in height and of a color that contrast with the surface on which they
are mounted.
431.
The owner or occupier of a multi-residential complex shall post a site plan at the main
driveway to the complex which shall be clearly visible upon entry to the complex and
indicate the number of each unit and the location of access to each unit within the complex.
DIVISION FIVE - OPEN AIR FIRES
501.
No person shall light, ignite, start or maintain, or allow or cause to be lighted, ignited, started
or maintained, any open air fire, except;
a)
outdoor cooking fires provided the fire is contained in a device or fixture designed for
such purposes and the fire is only burning briquettes;
b)
outdoor fire pits approved by the Fire Chief for use in licensed campgrounds or
tourist parks;
c)
factory made fire pits listed for use in a backyard shall be permitted (use of these
units shall follow the requirements in schedule "F");
d)
fires deemed necessary for municipal burning; and
e)
fires lit for Fire Department training exercises.
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Special Occasion Fires
502.
Officers may issue a burning permit as set out in Schedule "D", for special occasion burning.
Fires authorized by this Section must comply with the following requirements:
a)
the fire must be contained in a masonry, rock or metal pit not to exceed 24 inches in
diameter
b)
the fire pit must be located at least 20 feet from any property lines and buildings and
10 feet from all grass, shrubbery, wood or other combustible material
c)
a garden hose or immediate source of water must be at the fire site at all times the
fire is lit
d)
the fire must not be ignited or allowed to burn in strong winds
e)
the fire must be attended to and supervised by an adult at all times the fire is lit
f)
the fire must not emit heavy smoke or noxious odors
g)
the fire must be fully extinguished when not used
h)
the fire must not be used to burn residential waste, including yard material, garden
waste or debris
i)
the fire must not be used to burn construction waste or demolition debris
j)
only clean dry wood with a maximum thickness of 3 inches is permitted to be burned;
and
k)
the fire must be extinguished by 11:00 P.M.
503.
An Officer may, due to hazardous conditions, cancel or suspend for such time as is
specified in an order; any permit issued pursuant to this bylaw, or may impose further
conditions and restrictions.
504.
No person shall light, ignite, start or maintain, or allow or cause to be lighted, ignited,
started or maintained, any fire contrary to an order.
DIVISION SIX - FIREWORKS
Fireworks Sales Permits
601.
The Fireworks Act, R.S.B.C. c. 146 forms part of this bylaw.
602.
No person shall possess, sell, or offer for sale any fireworks within the City, unless the
person possesses valid fireworks sales permit issued under this bylaw in accordance
with the terms and conditions of the Fireworks Sales Permit as set out in Schedule "E".
603.
The Fire Chief or LAFC is authorized to issue a fireworks sales permit to any person for the
purpose of possessing and selling fireworks, so long as the Fire Chief or LAFC is satisfied
that:
a)
The person holds a valid business licence to carry on the business of retail sales of
goods under the City's Business Licence and Regulations Bylaw;
b)
The fireworks will be stored and sold in a manner and at a location that will not be
hazardous to life or property or create a nuisance to any person or property; and
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c)
Unless special permission has been granted by the Fire Chief under Section 603 of
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this bylaw, the fireworks will be sold only between October 24 to November 1 and
from December 19 to January 1.
604.
Notwithstanding any other provision of this bylaw, where the Fire Chief considers it safe to
do so, the Fire Chief may permit fireworks to be sold or discharged at any time during the
year, under such conditions and restrictions as he deems necessary and safe.
605.
The Fire Chief has the authority to revoke any Fireworks Sales Permit under any
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circumstance that he/she deems necessary for safety reasons.
DIVISION SEVEN - INSPECTIONS AND FIRE CONTROL
701.
The Municipality has the duty to inspect public buildings as per the Fire Services Act which
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may be amended from time to time. Inspections schedule should be dependent on a
building's British Columbia Building Code Buildings classification, its use, age and fire risk
assessment.
702.
The Fire Chief, Deputy Chief and Fire Prevention Inspector may, at any reasonable time,
enter and inspect all lands and premises, yards and buildings situated within the City in
order to inspect the same and enforce the provisions of this bylaw.
703.
No person shall obstruct, prevent, impede or refuse to allow the Fire Chief, Deputy
Fire Chief or Fire Prevention Inspector, into or upon any lands, premises, yards or
buildings, for the purpose of inspecting the same.
704.
No person shall refuse to provide or furnish any information required by the Fire Chief, the
Deputy Fire Chief or the Fire Inspector.
Authorities at or Near Fires
705.
The Fire Chief, or any other Member in charge at an Incident, is empowered to cause a
building, structure or thing to be pulled down, demolished or otherwise removed, if he or she
deems it necessary to prevent the spread of fire to other buildings, structures or things.
706.
The Fire Chief, or the Member in charge at an Incident, is empowered to enter, or
cause any Members to enter, any premises or property where there is an Incident
with any Apparatus, Equipment or Fire Protection Equipment that he or she considers to be
necessary to combat, control or deal with the Incident.
707.
The Fire Chief, or the Member in charge at an Incident, is empowered during an Incident to
enter, pass through or over buildings or property adjacent to an Incident, and to cause
Members, Apparatus, Equipment and Fire Protection Equipment to enter or pass through or
over buildings or property if he or she deems it necessary to gain access to the Incident or
to protect any person or property.
708.
The Fire Chief, or the Member in charge at an Incident, may establish boundaries or limits
and keep persons from entering the area within such prescribed boundaries or limits.
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709.
The Fire Chief, or the Member in charge at an Incident, may request peace officers to
enforce restrictions on persons entering within the boundaries or limits established under
Section 708.
710.
If an emergency rising from a fire, hazard, toxic chemical spill or from risk of explosion,
causes the Fire Chief or Member in charge to be apprehensive of imminent and serious
danger to life or property, he or she may immediately take all steps necessary or advisable
to remove the hazard or risk and may order the evacuation of a building or area, and may
call upon any law enforcement authority to assist him and to provide security to the
evacuated area.
711.
No person shall enter the boundaries or limits of an area prescribed in accordance with
Section 708, unless authorized to enter by the Fire Chief or the Member in charge.
712.
No person at an Incident shall impede, obstruct or hinder any Member or other person
assisting or acting under the direction of the Fire Chief or the Member in charge.
713.
No person shall damage, destroy, obstruct, impede or hinder the operation of, any
Apparatus, Equipment or Fire Protection Equipment belonging to the Fire Department.
714.
No person at an Incident shall drive a vehicle over any Equipment or Fire Protection
Equipment without permission of the Fire Chief or the Member in charge.
715.
No person shall obstruct or otherwise interfere with access roads or streets or other
approaches to any Incident, fire hydrant, cistern or body of water designated for fire
protection.
DIVISION EIGHT - ENFORCEMENT
Issuance of Order
801.
If the Fire Chief or an inspector finds that:
a)
Any provision of this bylaw has been contravened or has not been complied with;
b)
Any provision of this bylaw has been complied with improperly or only in part; or
c)
Conditions exist in or upon vehicles, lands, or buildings to which this bylaw applies
and such conditions, in his opinion, constitute a fire hazard or a hazard to life or
property;
then the Fire Chief or the Inspector may make such orders to ensure full and proper
compliance with this bylaw, and in particular, but without limiting the generality of the
foregoing, he may:
d)
Issue to the owner or occupier of the vehicles, lands, or buildings such
recommendations as he deems necessary to correct the contravention of this
bylaw, ensure compliance with this by-law, or remove the hazard to life or property;
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and
e)
Make such orders with respect to any of the matters referred to in this bylaw as he
deems necessary to protect life or property.
802.
An order made under this bylaw shall be in writing and shall be directed to the owner or
occupier of the vehicles, lands, or buildings in respect of which the order is made.
Service of Order
803.
An order made under this bylaw shall be served by:
a)
Delivering it or causing it to be delivered to the person to whom it is directed; or
b)
Sending the order by registered mail to the last known owner of the vehicles, lands,
or buildings to which the order applies.
DIVISION NINE - FILE SEARCHES/PERMITS
901.
A fee as set out in Schedule "A" attached hereto shall be charged to any person seeking a
file search of a property for outstanding Fire Code violations or infractions or other related
information.
902. A fee as set out in Schedule "A" attached hereto shall be charged to any agency or person
requesting an inspection to complete a comfort letter or file search for outstanding Fire
Code violations.
903.
The Fire Chief, Deputy Fire Chief or Fire Prevention Inspector may issue permits for the
following:
a)
Installation of flammable and combustible liquid storage tanks, measuring devices
and pumps. No person shall install a flammable and combustible liquid storage tank
without a permit.
904.
A fee as set out in Schedule "A" attached hereto shall be charged to any agency or person
requesting a permit for the Installation of flammable and combustible liquid storage tanks,
measuring devices and pumps. No person shall install a flammable and combustible liquid
storage tank without a permit.
905.
A fee as set out in Schedule "A" attached hereto shall be charged to any person seeking a
Fireworks Sale Permits
906.
A fee as set out in schedule "A" attached hereto shall be charged for the rental of the
meeting room at the Williams Lake Fire Hall.
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DIVISION TEN - OFFENCES AND PENALTIES
1001. Any person designated as a Bylaw Enforcement Officer pursuant to the City of Williams
Lake's Bylaw Offence Notice Enforcement Bylaw or named as the enforcement officer
pursuant to the City of Williams Lake's Ticket Information Utilization Bylaw is hereby
authorized and empowered to enforce the provisions of this Bylaw by Bylaw Notice in
accordance with Schedule "A" attached hereto, or Municipal Ticket Information or as
otherwise provided by this bylaw.
1002. No person shall do any act or suffer or permit any act or thing to be done in contravention
of this bylaw.
1003. Every person who violates any provision of this bylaw, or who permits any act or thing to be
done in contravention of this bylaw, or who fails to do any act or thing required by this
bylaw, shall be deemed to have committed an offence against this bylaw and:
a)
Shall be liable to a fine set out in the City of Williams Lake's Ticket Information
Utilization Bylaw; or
b)
Shall be liable to a fee of not less than the amount identified in Schedule "A"
attached hereto, in addition to any other penalty imposed under this bylaw;
c)
Where a specific penalty has not otherwise been designated, shall be liable to a fine
and/or penalty provided under the Community Charter of not less than One
Hundred Fifty Dollars ($150) and not more than Ten Thousand Dollars ($10,000),
plus the costs of prosecution, and any other order imposed pursuant to the
Community Charter.
1004. Each day that an offence against this bylaw continues shall be deemed a separate and
distinct offence.
1005. Any penalty imposed pursuant to this bylaw shall be in addition to, and not in substitution
for, any other penalty or remedy imposed pursuant to any other applicable statute, law or
legislation.
DIVISION ELEVEN - SCHEDULES
1101. The following schedules are attached to and form part of this bylaw and are enforceable in
the same manner as this bylaw:
Schedule "A" - Fees and Permit Fees
Schedule "B" - Orders
Schedule "C" - Evacuation Order
Schedule "D" - Burning Permit
Schedule "E" - Fireworks Sales Permit
Schedule "F" - Backyard Fire Pit Requirements
Schedule "G" - Permit for Tank Installation
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READ A FIRST TIME THIS
27th DAY OF
August
, 2013
READ A SECOND TIME THIS
27th DAY OF
August
, 2013
READ A THIRD TIME THIS
27th DAY OF
August
, 2013
RECONSIDERED AND ADOPTED THIS
10th DAY OF
September
, 2013
"original signed by"
_______________________________
MAYOR
"original signed by"
_______________________________
CORPORATE OFFICER
SCHEDULE "A"
CITY OF WILLIAMS LAKE FIRE PROTECTION & CONTROL BYLAW NO. 2189
FEES AND PERMIT FEES
Fee
Section
Amount
Failure to Secure Fire Damaged/Vacant Building
405
Actual Cost
Standby at Premises until Secured by Property Rep
423
500.00/hour
Cost Recovery for Damaged Hazmat Equipment Used
426
Actual Cost
Removal of Combustible Material by City Crew
428
Actual Cost
Fireworks Sales Permits
601
200.00
More Than 1 Re-Inspection
701
150.00/Inspection
File Search
901
150.00
Special Request Inspection
902
150.00
Fuel Tank Installation Permit
904
300.00
Rental of Firehall Training Room
906
150.00/day
BL2243 (26/04/16)
SCHEDULE "B"
CITY OF WILLIAMS LAKE FIRE PROTECTION & CONTROL BYLAW NO. 2189
ORDERS
ORDER FORM
WILLIAMS LAKE FIRE DEPARTMENT ORDER
TO:
____________________________
____________________________
____________________________
Having inspected the Premises ___________________________________ by you to
(owned or occupied)
wit: ___________________ located at ____________________________, British Columbia
(type of occupancy) (civic address)
and legally described as ________________________________________ (the "Premises"),
(legal description)
on the ________ day of ____________________, _________
(Day) (Month) (Year)
I, ______________________, being the Fire Chief or a Fire Prevention Officer with the Williams
(Name of Officer)
Lake Fire Department FIND THAT:
THEREFORE, pursuant to the authority vested in me and under the "City of Williams Lake Fire Protection
and Control Bylaw __________ you are HEREBY ORDERED TO:
The action or work specified in this Order must be completed within _________ days after receipt of this
Order. Should any requirement of this Order not be carried out or completed within the time prescribed, a
$150.00 fee shall be billed to the Owner or Occupier for any subsequent inspection required.
BL2243 (26/04/16)
Owner or Occupier Name: _______________________________________________________
Fire Chief or Fire Prevention Officer: _______________________________________________
I, Served a copy of this Order on ________________________ at _______________________,
(Owner or Occupier) (Location)
BRITISH COLUMBIA on ______________________.
(Date)
Signed: _____________________________ Signed: _______________________________________
Fire Prevention Officer Owner or Occupier acknowledging receipt of Order
SCHEDULE "C"
CITY OF WILLIAMS LAKE FIRE PROTECTION & CONTROL BYLAW NO. 2189
EVACUATION ORDER
EVACUATION ORDER FORM
Evacuation Order
By Order of the Williams Lake Fire Department
The building located at ________________________________________, Williams Lake,
British Columbia (Civic Address)
and legally described as ________________________________, (the "Premises") is ordered to be
evacuated under the City of Williams Lake Fire Protection and Control Bylaw
____________________________________________________________________________
(Reason for Evacuation)
NO PERSON shall enter this building without the authorization of the Fire Chief.
Date of Posting _____________________________
No person shall remove, alter or deface or cause to be removed altered or defaced, this notice as per
Section ___________ of the City of Williams Lake Fire Protection and Control Bylaw.
Order posted at the Premises on:
________________________________
__________________________________
Fire Chief or Fire Prevention Officer
(Date)
SCHEDULE "D"
CITY OF WILLIAMS LAKE FIRE PROTECTION & CONTROL BYLAW NO. 2189
BURNING PERMIT
Please address
all correspondence to:
230 Hodgson Road
Williams Lake, BC
V2G 3P7
Office: (250) 392- 4321
Williams Lake Fire Department
SPECIAL OCCASION BURNING PERMIT (SECTION 24)
Williams Lake, BC___________________
Permission is hereby granted to ___________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________
Address: _____________________________________________________________
Telephone No.: _____________
Permit valid from ________________________ to ___________________________
Signature of person
receiving permit: ______________________________________________________
REMARKS:
I hereby declare I have been advised and fully understand the provisions of this
permit. I further understand this permit is subject to cancellation at the discretion of the Fire
Department.
Approved By: __________________________________
Title:
__________________________________
SCHEDULE "E"
CITY OF WILLIAMS LAKE FIRE PROTECTION & CONTROL BYLAW NO. 2189
FIREWORKS SALES PERMIT
(Page 1 of 3)
CITY OF WILLIAMS LAKE FIRE DEPARTMENT
APPLICATION FOR FAMILY FIREWORKS SALES PERMIT
Business Name: _____________________________________________________________
Contact Name: ______________________________________________________________
Address: _____________________________________________ Postal Code: __________
Telephone Number: Business ( ) ________________ Cell ( ) _____________________
Sale Location & Address: ______________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________
______ Retail Store
______ Vending Structure - Trailer/Tent/Vehicle
______ Other - Provide Details____________________________________________________
Dates Family Fireworks to be Offered for Sale:
Oct 24 - Nov 1
Dec 19 - Jan 1
BL2243 (26/04/16)
The applicant acknowledges having read the Williams Lake Fire Protection Control Bylaw Division 6 and has
completed the application accurately and truthfully. By signing this application they agree to be bound by the
commitments made in the application and to have them form conditions on the permit issued.
________________________________
__________________________________
Signature
Date
Return application to the Williams Lake Fire Department 230 Hodgson Road, Williams Lake, BC V2G 3P7.
Or fax to (250) 398-5623
SCHEDULE "E"
CITY OF WILLIAMS LAKE FIRE PROTECTION & CONTROL BYLAW NO. 2189
FIREWORKS SALES PERMIT
(Page 2 of 3)
Fireworks Sales Permit
Name of Applicant: ________________________________________________
Age (if applicant is an individual): _____________________________________
Name of Business (if different from Applicant): ___________________________
Mailing Address: __________________________________________________
Phone: __________________________________________________________
Applicant's Business License No.: _____________________________________
THE APPLICANT HEREBY applies to sell, offer for sale or otherwise dispose of fireworks at the following
location(s):
_________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________
THE APPLICANT CERTIFIES that the Applicant understands and will be governed by the provisions of the
City of Williams Lake Fire Protection Control Bylaw and all applicable provincial and federal laws and
regulations in force from time to time and any conditions or restrictions imposed in this permit by the Local
Assistant of the Fire Commissioner.
IN CONSIDERATION OF the City issuing a "Permit for Fireworks Sales", the Applicant covenants and
agrees that the Applicant will indemnify and save harmless the City and its elected officials, employees,
officers, agents and contractors from and against any and all manner of actions or causes of action,
damages, costs, loss, or expenses of whatever kind (including, without limitation, legal fees) which the City
or its elected officials, employees, officers, agents or contractors may sustain, incur, or be put to by reason of
or arising out of:
(1) The issuance of this permit;
(2) The sale, offering for sale or any other disposal of fireworks to any person by the Applicant;
or
(3) Any act or omission of the Applicant or any person for whom the Applicant is at law,
responsible, including, without limitation, the non-observance or non-performance of any
obligation imposed by federal or provincial law.
SIGNATURE(S) OF APPLICANT:
_________________________________________
_________________________________________
_________________________ _________________________________________
DATE
SIGNATURE OF A LOCAL ASSISTANT
SCHEDULE "E"
CITY OF WILLIAMS LAKE FIRE PROTECTION & CONTROL BYLAW NO. 2189
FIREWORKS SALES PERMIT
(Page 3 of 3)
FOR OFFICE USE ONLY
Received Applicable Fee
If an existing retail vendor:
Inspection Completed
Fire Code compliant
Business License (if applicable)
Floor plan received
List of family fireworks to be offered for sale provided
Display requirements met
Storage requirements met
If a Mobile Vending Structure - Written Permission Obtained from Property Owner
Yes _____ Not Applicable
Temporary Structure ____ Permanent Structure
Zoning Approval Provided ____ Yes ____ Not Applicable
Site Plan Showing Location of Vending Structure Provided ____ Yes ____ Not Applicable
Proof of Transient Traders License Issued By Clerks Office ____ Yes
NOTES:
______________________________________________________________________
Inspected By: Date:
______________________________________________________________________
Permit Approved By: Date:
______________________________________________________________________
SCHEDULE "F"
CITY OF WILLIAMS LAKE FIRE PROTECTION & CONTROL BYLAW NO. 2189
BACKYARD FIRE PIT REQUIREMENTS
a)
the fire must be contained in a factory manufactured fire pit;
b)
the fire pit must be located at least 20 feet from any property lines and buildings and 10 feet
from all grass, shrubbery, wood or other combustible material;
c)
fire pit must be located on a level non combustible surface;
d)
a garden hose or immediate source of water must be at the fire site at all times the fire is lit;
e)
the fire must not be ignited or allowed to burn in strong winds;
f)
the fire must be attended to and supervised by an adult at all times the fire is lit;
g)
the fire must not emit heavy smoke or noxious odors;
h)
the fire must be fully extinguished when not used;
i)
the fire must not be used to burn residential waste, including yard material, garden waste or
debris;
j)
the fire must not be used to burn construction waste or demolition debris;
k)
only clean dry wood with a maximum thickness of 3 inches is permitted to be burned;
and
l)
the fire must be extinguished by 11:00 PM.
SCHEDULE "G"
CITY OF WILLIAMS LAKE FIRE PROTECTION & CONTROL BYLAW NO. 2189
PERMIT FOR TANK INSTALLATION
Permit for Tank Installation
(Pursuant to the BC Fire Code 2012)
_____ Commercial
APPLICATION
Name and Address of Applicant:
Date: ___________________________
_____________________________________
_____________________________________
_____________________________________
This application is for the above-named to:
__________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________
Address or location: _________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________
___________________________________
(Business License # of installation company)
Confirmed Date Tank is to be Installed
I, __________________ hereby certify that the above-noted work will comply with applicable regulations and
(Name of Applicant)
will submit verification to the Williams Lake Fire Department once work has been completed.
_________________________________
Signature of Applicant
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PERMIT
Permission is herby granted pursuant to Division B Part 4 of the BC FIRE CODE 2012,
And does not preclude permits and approvals required by other authorities having jurisdiction.
____________________________ ___________________________ _________________
Signature of Local Authority Print Name Badge Number
________________________________
_________________________________________
Name of Jurisdiction
Date