Bylaw No. 7990 - The Fire & Protective Services Bylaw, 2001 - Open-Air Fires (s.18)
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
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Bylaw No. 7990
The Fire and Protective Services Bylaw, 2001
Codified to Bylaw No. 9969
(April 24, 2024)
Table of Contents
Part I - Short Title and Interpretation ·· .................................................... Page 1
Short Title ............................................................................................ Page 1
Purpose ............................................................................................... Page 1
Definitions ............................................................................................ Page 2
Part II - Fire and Protective Services ........................................................ Page 4
Establishment of Department ............................................................... Page 4
Duties of Fire Chief .............................................................................. Page 5
Fees for Service ................................................................................... Page 5
Agreement for Emergency Service ...................................................... Page 5
Request for Emergency Service .......................................................... Page 5
Part III - National Fire Code ....................................................................... Page 6
Adoption of National Fire Code ............................................................ Page 6
Part IV - Inspections, Compliance with Orders
and Enforcement Procedures ........................................................... Page 6
Inspections ........................................................................................... Page 6
Order to Remedy Contravention .......................................................... Page 7
Registration of Order ............................................................................ Page 7
Appeal of Order to Remedy Contravention .......................................... Page 7
City Remedying Contraventions .......................................................... Page 7
Civil Action to Recover Costs ............................................................... Page 8
Adding Amounts to Tax Roll ................................................................ Page 8
Emergencies ........................................................................................ Page 8
Immediate Hazards .............................................................................. Page 8
Part V - Prevention and Suppression of Fires and Other Hazards ........ Page 9
Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Alarms ................................................. Page 9
Open-Air Fires ................................................................................... Page 12
Use of Blowlamps .............................................................................. Page 13
Barbecuing ......................................................................................... Page 13
Wood Piles ......................................................................................... Page 14
Storage of Containers ........................................................................ Page 14
Outdoor Storage of Rubber Tires ....................................................... Page 15
Propane Fuelled Vehicles .................................................................. Page 15
Occupant Load .................................................................................. Page 16
Property Identification ........................................................................ Page 17
Inspection, Testing and Maintenance of Portable Fire Extinguisher .. Page 17
Inspection and Maintenance of Commercial Cooking Equipment ...... Page 17
Inspection and Maintenance of Sprinkler and Standpipe Systems .... Page 18
Inspection, Testing and Maintenance of Fire Alarm Systems ............ Page 19
Vacant Buildings ................................................................................ Page 20
Prevention of Fire Spread .................................................................. Page 21
Commandeering of Equipment .......................................................... Page 21
Obtaining Assistance in Fire Fighting ................................................. Page 22
Duties of Persons Assigned to Fight Fires ......................................... Page 22
Part VI - Hazardous Substances ............................................................. Page 23
Underground Storage Tanks .............................................................. Page 23
Testing, Repair and Removal of Storage Tanks ................................ Page 24
Discharge of Hazardous Substance Into Sewer System.................... Page 24
Part VII - Fireworks .................................................................................. Page 25
Sale of Fireworks ............................................................................... Page 25
Discharge of Fireworks ...................................................................... Page 25
Indoor Fireworks ................................................................................ Page 27
High Hazard Fireworks Displays ........................................................ Page 27
Fireworks Display Permits ................................................................. Page 27
Part VIII - Trailer, Mobile Home and Manufactured Home .................... Page 29
Communities
Maintenance of Trailers, Mobile Homes and
Manufactured Home Communities..................................................... Page 29
Part IX - Offences and Penalties ............................................................. Page 29
Owner's Responsibility ....................................................................... Page 29
Notice of Violation Offences ............................................................... Page 30
Minimum Penalty ............................................................................... Page 32
General Penalty ................................................................................. Page 32
Part X - Miscellaneous ............................................................................. Page 33
Bylaws No. 6885 and 4831 Repealed ................................................ Page 33
Coming Into Force ............................................................................. Page 33
Schedule "A" ............................................................................................ Page 34
Bylaw No. 7990
The Fire and Protective Services Bylaw, 2001
The Council of The City of Saskatoon enacts:
Part I - Short Title and Interpretation
Short Title
1.
This Bylaw may be cited as The Fire and Protective Services Bylaw, 2001.
Purpose
2.
The purpose of this Bylaw is:
(a)
to establish the Saskatoon Fire Department;
(b)
to adopt a fire prevention code which establishes a satisfactory
standard for fire prevention, fire fighting and life safety in buildings;
(c)
to provide for the prevention and suppression of fires;
(c.1) to regulate carbon monoxide alarms;
(d)
to provide guidelines for the storage and handling of flammable
liquids,
combustible
liquids,
dangerous
goods,
hazardous
substances and waste dangerous goods;
(e)
to regulate the sale and setting off of fireworks;
(f)
to set minimum requirements for trailer, mobile home and
manufactured home communities; and
(g)
to provide for services of any kind at the site of an emergency.
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Definitions
3.
In this Bylaw,
(a)
"closure" means a closure as defined in The National Fire Code;
(b)
"combustible liquid" means a combustible liquid as defined in
The National Fire Code;
(c)
"community
association"
means
a non-profit
corporation
providing recreational programs and services for designated City
neighbourhoods;
(d)
"cord" means 3.62 cubic metres or 128 cubic feet of cut wood;
(e)
"dangerous goods" means dangerous goods as defined in The
National Fire Code;
(f)
"Department" means the Saskatoon Fire Department established
pursuant to section 4;
(g)
"discharge" includes to ignite, fire or set off;
(h)
"dwelling unit" means a dwelling unit as defined in The National
Fire Code;
(i)
"fire separation" means a fire separation as defined in The
National Fire Code;
(j)
"fireworks" means low hazard fireworks or high hazard fireworks;
(k)
"fireworks display permit" means a permit issued pursuant to
subsection 39(2);
(l)
"fireworks sale permit" means a permit issued pursuant to
subsection 38(1);
(m)
"fireworks supervisor" means a person licensed or approved by
the Chief Inspector of Explosives, Natural Resources Canada to
handle and use high hazard fireworks;
(n)
"flammable liquid" means a flammable liquid as defined in The
National Fire Code;
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(o)
"hazardous substance" means a hazardous substance as
defined in The Hazardous Substances and Waste Dangerous
Goods Regulations;
(p)
"high hazard fireworks" means fireworks that are subject to the
requirements of Part 18 of The Explosives Regulations, 2013;
(q)
"low hazard fireworks" means fireworks that are subject to the
requirements of Part 16 of The Explosives Regulations, 2013;
(r)
"municipal inspector" means either a municipal inspector as
defined in The Fire Safety Act or a designated officer as defined in
The Cities Act;
(s)
"NFPA" means the National Fire Protection Association;
(t)
"private fireworks display" means the discharge of low hazard
fireworks for private recreation and entertainment;
(u)
"public fireworks display" means the discharge of low or high
hazard fireworks for public recreation and entertainment;
(v)
"sell" includes distribute, offer for sale, cause or permit to be sold
and to possess for the purpose of sale;
(w)
"The National Fire Code" means the code declared to be in force
pursuant to subsection 3(1) of The Fire Safety Regulations.
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Part II - Saskatoon Fire Department
Establishment of Department
4.
(1)
The Saskatoon Fire Department is established.
(2)
The Department is responsible for:
(a)
fire protection, including:
(i)
fire suppression,
(ii)
fire prevention and inspections,
(iii)
fire investigations, and
(iv)
educational programs;
(b)
airport fire and protective service;
(c)
rescue service, including:
(i)
water rescue,
(ii)
tactical rope rescue,
(iii)
vehicle extrication,
(iv)
structural collapse,
(v)
confined space entry,
(vi)
trench rescue, and
(vii)
rapid intervention rescue;
(d)
dangerous goods emergency service; and
(e)
pre-hospital emergency medical service.
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Duties of Fire Chief
5.
(1)
The Fire Chief is the general manager of the Department.
(2)
The Fire Chief shall administer and enforce this Bylaw within the City and
shall perform any other duties and may exercise any other powers that
may be delegated by City Council.
(2.1) The Fire Chief is authorized to further delegate any matter delegated to
the Fire Chief under this Bylaw.
(3)
The Fire Chief is responsible for the maintenance of discipline within the
Department and may make rules and regulations necessary to carry out
the daily administration and operations of the Department.
Fees for Service
6.
(1)
The Department is authorized to charge the applicable fees for the
issuance of permits and provision of various services, tests and
emergency responses listed in Schedule "A".
(2)
The fees shall be reviewed and set by City Council on the advice of the
Fire Chief, as required.
Agreement for Emergency Service
7.
The City may enter into an agreement with any other municipality, municipal
government, Indian band, person or other properly constituted authority,
organization or agency for the furnishing or receiving of fire fighting or fire
prevention services or emergency services on any terms that may be agreed
upon, including the setting and payment of charges.
Request for Emergency Service
8.
(1)
The City may provide and charge for any fire fighting, fire prevention or
emergency service outside the City where no agreement exists, if a
request is made by any other municipality, municipal government, Indian
band, person or other properly constituted authority, organization or
agency.
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(2)
The charge for any fire fighting, fire prevention or emergency service
provided by the Department shall be determined according to the fees and
rates listed in Schedule "A".
Part III - National Fire Code
Adoption of National Fire Code
9.
(1)
Except as modified by this Bylaw, it is declared that The National Fire
Code is in force in The City of Saskatoon.
(2)
The following NFPA standards are in force in The City of Saskatoon:
(a)
NFPA 24-1995
Installation of Private Service Mains and
Appurtenances
(b)
NFPA 25-1995
Water Based Fire Protection Systems
(c)
NFPA 501A
Fire Safety Criteria for Manufactured Home
Installations, Sites and Communities.
Part IV - Inspections, Compliance with Orders and
Enforcement Procedures
Inspections
10.
(1)
The inspection of property by the City to determine if this Bylaw is being
complied with is hereby authorized.
(2)
Inspections under this Bylaw shall be carried out in accordance with
Section 324 of The Cities Act.
(3)
No person shall obstruct a municipal inspector who is authorized to
conduct an inspection under this Section, or a person who is assisting a
municipal inspector.
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(4)
Before entering on any land or into any building, structure or premises, the
Fire Chief or a municipal inspector shall notify the owner or occupant, if
the owner or occupant is present at the time of the entry, of the purpose of
the entry.
Order to Remedy Contravention
11.
(1)
If a municipal inspector finds that a person is contravening this Bylaw, the
municipal inspector may, by written order, require the owner or occupant
of the property to which the contravention relates to remedy the
contravention.
(2)
Orders given under this Bylaw shall comply with Section 328 of The Cities
Act.
(3)
Orders given under this Bylaw shall be served in accordance with Section
347 of The Cities Act.
Registration of Order
12.
If an order is issued pursuant to Section 11, the City may, in accordance with
Section 328 of The Cities Act, give notice of the existence of the order by
registering an interest against the title to the land that is the subject of the order.
Appeal of Order to Remedy Contravention
13.
(1)
A person may appeal an order made pursuant to section 11 in accordance
with section 329 of The Cities Act.
(2)
An appeal pursuant to subsection (1) shall be made to the Saskatoon
Appeal Board.
(3)
The rules and procedure for an appeal pursuant to subsection (1) shall be
governed by the provisions of The Saskatoon Appeal Board Bylaw, 2024.
City Remedying Contraventions
14.
The City may, in accordance with Section 330 of The Cities Act, take whatever
actions or measures are necessary to remedy a contravention of this Bylaw.
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Civil Action to Recover Costs
15.
The City may, in accordance with Section 332 of The Cities Act, collect any
unpaid expenses and costs incurred in remedying a contravention of this Bylaw
by civil action for debt in a court of competent jurisdiction.
Adding Amounts to Tax Roll
16.
The City may, in accordance with Section 333 of The Cities Act, add any unpaid
expenses and costs incurred by the City in remedying a contravention of this
Bylaw to the taxes on the property on which the work was done.
Emergencies
16.1 In the event that it becomes an emergency to remedy a contravention of this
Bylaw, the City may take whatever actions or measures are necessary to
eliminate the emergency in accordance with the provisions of Section 331 of The
Cities Act.
Immediate Hazards
16.2 (1)
Notwithstanding any other provision of this Bylaw, where in the course of
an investigation or inspection under this Bylaw, the Fire Chief is of the
opinion that a condition exists creating a serious danger to life or property,
the Fire Chief may:
(a)
use any measures that the Fire Chief considers appropriate to
remove or lessen the condition;
(b)
evacuate and close the building, structure, premise or yard where
the condition exists or any area surrounding such location for any
period that the Fire Chief considers appropriate;
(c)
order the owner, operator or occupant to immediately do anything
necessary to remove or lessen the condition. For greater certainty,
the Fire Chief may order the owner, operator or occupant to
demolish a building or structure, to remove any debris and waste
material and to fill in any open basement or excavation remaining
on the site of the building or structure after its demolition.
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(2)
If closed under Clause (1)(b), the Fire Chief shall, if possible, placard the
building, structure, premise, yard or area as a serious danger to life or
property.
(3)
No person shall enter, attempt to enter or tamper with a building, structure,
premise, yard or area that has been closed under Clause (1)(b) without
the prior approval of the Fire Chief.
(4)
No person shall take down, cover up, mutilate, deface or alter a placard
posted under Subsection (2).
(5)
The costs and expenses incurred under this Section are a debt due to the
City and may be recovered from the owner of the building, structure,
premise, yard or area in or on which the work was carried out.
(6)
If the costs and expenses mentioned in Subsection (5) are not paid at the
end of the year in which the work was carried out, the city may add the
amount of the costs and expenses to the owner's property taxes.
Part V - Prevention and Suppression of Fires and Other Hazards
Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Alarms
17.
(1)
Smoke and carbon monoxide alarms shall be installed in accordance with:
(a)
the provisions of the National Building Code adopted pursuant to
section 3.1 of The Fire Safety Regulations; and
(b)
the manufacturer's instructions.
(2)
Smoke and carbon monoxide alarms shall be maintained in accordance
with the following requirements:
(a)
alarms shall at all times:
(i)
be maintained in an operable condition and in accordance
with the manufacturer's instructions;
(ii)
be securely fastened to a wall or ceiling;
(iii)
be kept free of any physical damage, paint application or
excessive grease or dirt; and
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(iv)
have a continuous source of power, either from batteries or
electricity;
(b)
the ventilation holes on alarms shall be kept clean and free of any
obstructions; and
(c)
the batteries in battery operated alarms shall be replaced
immediately when the low battery warning beep sounds.
(3)
Smoke and carbon monoxide alarms shall be inspected:
(a)
in the case of alarms installed by permanent connection to an
electrical circuit, at least once every 12 months;
(b)
in the case of tamper-proof alarms with 10-year batteries, at least
once every 12 months;
(c)
in the case of any other battery-operated alarms, at least once
every 3 months; and
(d)
where a residential tenancy is terminated, before the dwelling unit
is reoccupied.
(4)
Inspections pursuant to this section shall:
(a)
be carried out:
(i)
by the owner of the premises or the owner's authorized
agent;
(ii)
while the person doing the inspection is actually present in
the premises; and
(iii)
in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions; and
(b)
at a minimum, determine whether the alarm:
(i)
is receiving power;
(ii)
is working properly; and
(iii)
has been properly maintained in accordance with the
requirements of subsection (2).
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(5)
A record shall be kept of all inspections required by subsection (3) and
retained for examination by the Department.
(6)
A record required by subsection (5) shall contain the following information:
(a)
the address of the premises being inspected;
(b)
the date of the inspection;
(c)
the name of the person carrying out the inspection;
(d)
whether the alarm being inspected is a smoke alarm, carbon
monoxide alarm or an alarm that is both a smoke alarm and carbon
monoxide alarm;
(e)
whether the alarm being inspected is battery powered and if so, the
type of battery, or whether the alarm is permanently connected to
an electrical circuit;
(f)
the deficiencies, if any, in the condition, maintenance or operation
of the alarm;
(g)
the measures taken, if any, to correct any deficiencies; and
(h)
either:
(i)
the signature of the occupant of the premises who witnessed
the inspection; or
(ii)
a notation to the effect that a sticker or other indicator
showing the date of the inspection has been affixed to the
alarm that was inspected.
(7)
No person shall:
(a)
tamper with or disconnect a smoke or carbon monoxide alarm;
(b)
remove a smoke or carbon monoxide alarm;
(c)
remove batteries from a smoke or carbon monoxide alarm without
immediately replacing them;
(d)
place anything in, on or over a smoke or carbon monoxide alarm so
as to render the alarm inoperable; or
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(e)
affix a sticker or other indicator to a smoke or carbon monoxide
alarm pursuant to subsection (6)(h) without first conducting an
inspection of the alarm in accordance with this section.
Open-Air Fires
18.
(1)
No person shall cause or permit an open-air fire to be set or to burn unless
the following measures are taken to limit their spread:
(a)
fires shall be contained in a non-combustible receptacle
constructed of cement, brick or sheet metal with a minimum 18-
gauge thickness;
(b)
a receptacle shall be covered with a heavy gauge screen with
openings not exceeding 13 millimetres; and
(c)
the size of the fire box of any receptacle shall not exceed 0.61
metres.
(2)
The fuel for open-air fires shall consist only of charcoal or cut, seasoned
wood. The burning of the following material is prohibited:
(a)
rubbish;
(b)
garden refuse;
(c)
manure;
(d)
livestock or animal carcasses; and
(e)
any material which when burned will generate black smoke or an
offensive odour including insulation from electrical wiring or
equipment, asphalt roofing materials, hydrocarbons, plastics,
rubber materials, creosoted wood or any similar material.
(3)
Open-air fires shall be reasonably supervised so as to prevent their
spread.
(4)
Open-air fires shall be adequately ventilated to ensure proper combustion
and to prevent an unreasonable accumulation of smoke.
(5)
Open-air fires shall not be set in windy conditions conducive to creating a
running fire or a nuisance to another person.
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(6)
If smoke from an open-air fire causes an unreasonable interference with
the use and enjoyment of another person's property, the fire shall be
extinguished immediately.
(6.1) No person shall set or permit an open-air fire to burn except between the
hours of 2:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.
(7)
The Department may issue a "Permit" to a person to set an open-air fire
as part of a block party, community event or similar special function or
celebration. In this event, the Department may waive any requirements of
this Section with respect to the permitted open-air fire, but the permittee
shall comply with all other requirements of this Section and any other
conditions attached to the Permit by the Department.
Use of Blowlamps
18.1 No person shall use a blowlamp or similar device to burn any material which
when burned will generate black smoke or an offensive odour, including
insulation from electrical wiring or equipment, asphalt roofing materials,
hydrocarbons, plastics, rubber materials, creosoted wood or any similar material,
unless such use is permitted under The Environmental Management and
Protection Act and is conducted in a manner acceptable to the Saskatchewan
Ministry of Environment.
Barbecuing
19.
(1)
Every person who uses a barbecue or similar device shall:
(a)
use the barbecue in a reasonable and safe manner;
(b)
keep the barbecue, when lit, a sufficient distance from all
combustible material;
(c)
refrain from leaving the barbecue unattended, when lit;
(d)
keep the barbecue in a reasonable state of repair; and
(e)
comply with all federal and provincial regulations governing the use
and storage of propane cylinders.
(2)
In addition to requirements of Subsection (1), if any person uses a
barbecue or similar device on a balcony, the following provisions apply:
(a)
solid fuel barbecues or similar cooking devices shall not be used;
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(b)
propane cylinders shall not exceed the 20-pound size;
(c)
propane cylinders shall not be repaired, stored or contained within
the building;
(d)
propane cylinders shall be shut off at the tank valve when not in
use;
(e)
propane cylinders shall be connected and secured to the barbecue;
(f)
propane cylinders shall be kept in an upright position at all times
including when cylinders are in transit, in service or in storage; and
(g)
if a building has a freight or service elevator, propane cylinders
shall be delivered to and from the dwelling units within the building
using that elevator. If a building has a passenger elevator only,
propane cylinders may be delivered to and from dwelling units
within the building using that elevator as long as no passengers
other than the person who owns the tank or maintenance or
delivery personnel are on the elevator at the time of the delivery.
Wood Piles
20.
(1)
A person may store lumber, timber or firewood on a residential property
subject to the following restrictions:
(a)
the yard or storage area shall be surrounded by a firmly anchored
fence that is substantially constructed to discourage climbing and
unauthorized entry;
(b)
the total amount of lumber, timber and firewood stored on the
property shall not exceed one cord; and
(c)
the lumber, timber or firewood shall be stored at least three metres
from any dwelling on the property, and at least 1 metre from any
property line.
(2)
Subsection (1) does not apply to lumber or timber stored on site during the
construction of any building on a residential property.
Storage of Containers
21.
(1)
All boxes, crates, barrels and other containers, empty or otherwise, used
or kept in any building or on any lot, shall be:
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(a)
stacked or piled clear of windows and doors to provide clear
ingress and egress to any building; and
(b)
kept away from any source of fire.
(2)
If, in the opinion of the Fire Chief or a municipal inspector, any
accumulation of boxes, crates, barrels or other containers or packing
materials constitutes a fire hazard, the Fire Chief or a municipal inspector
may order the owner or occupant of the building or lot to remove the
accumulation immediately.
Outdoor Storage of Rubber Tires
22.
(1)
Except as provided in Subsection (2), rubber tires shall be stored in
accordance with Subsection 3.3.3 of The National Fire Code.
(2)
If the individual storage area for rubber tires is located on a site which
abuts a residential site, the following size and clearance restrictions apply:
(a)
the maximum height of storage cannot exceed 2 metres; and
(b)
the minimum clear space between the storage area and any
property line which separates the site from the residential site
cannot be less than three metres.
Propane Fuelled Vehicles
23.
(1)
No person shall park a vehicle fuelled with propane in any underground or
enclosed parking facility attached to a major residential, business and
personal services or mercantile occupancy.
(2)
Subsection (1) does not apply to a sweeper used to clean any
underground or enclosed parking facility provided the sweeper is stored in
accordance with the following conditions:
(a)
the sweeper shall be located in a room that is separated from the
remainder of the building by a gas-tight fire separation having a fire-
resistance rating of at least two hours;
(b)
the room in which the sweeper is stored shall be located on an
exterior wall of the building;
(c)
the room in which the sweeper is stored shall be provided with
ventilation separate from the remainder of the building; and
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(d)
the sweeper shall not be fuelled anywhere in the underground or
enclosed parking facility.
(3)
No person shall park any recreation vehicle including a motorhome, travel
trailer, van motorhome, fifth wheel, tent trailer, truck camper or similar
vehicle that has any propane tank attached to it for any use, in any
underground or enclosed parking facility attached to a major residential,
business and personal services or mercantile occupancy.
(4)
The owner of every underground or enclosed parking facility shall post
signs to indicate the parking prohibition of vehicles, fuelled or using
propane in any manner, in conspicuous locations near the principal
entrances to the parking facility.
(5)
Signs required by this Section shall have lettering not less than 100mm
high with a 15mm stroke.
Occupant Load
24.
(1)
In all assembly occupancies, the occupant load shall be posted in
conspicuous locations near the principal entrances to the room or floor
area.
(2)
The Department shall determine the occupant load for any room or floor
area and shall issue an occupant load limit sign for that room or floor area.
The owner or occupant of the premises shall ensure that the sign is
posted in accordance with Subsection (1).
(3)
The occupant load of a room or floor area shall be determined in
accordance with The National Fire Code.
(4)
The number of occupants permitted to enter a room shall not exceed the
maximum occupant load calculated in accordance with this Section.
(5)
If the Fire Chief or a municipal inspector reasonably believes that the
number of occupants in a room may exceed the maximum occupant load,
the Fire Chief or municipal inspector may temporarily close the room or
building in order to determine the number of occupants in the room.
(6)
If the number of occupants in a room exceeds the maximum occupant
load, the room shall not be re-opened to the public until the number of
occupants is reduced to a number less than the maximum occupant load.
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Property Identification
25.
The civic address of any building or structure shall be prominently displayed on
the front of the building or structure so as to be clearly visible from the street.
Inspection, Testing and Maintenance of Portable Fire Extinguishers
26.
(1)
In accordance with Article 6.2.1.1 of The National Fire Code, all portable
fire extinguishers shall be inspected, tested and maintained in
conformance with NFPA 10, "Portable Fire Extinguishers".
(2)
Inspection, testing and maintenance of portable fire extinguishers shall be
performed by properly trained and qualified persons.
(3)
Any person who intends to inspect, test or maintain portable fire
extinguishers shall submit proof of proper training to the Department
before carrying out any inspections, testing or maintenance.
(4)
Upon proof of proper training, the Department shall issue to the person a
permit to inspect, test and maintain portable fire extinguishers in the City,
which permit shall be valid for the term specified on the permit.
(5)
No person shall inspect, test or maintain portable fire extinguishers without
a valid permit from the Department.
(6)
In addition to the permit under Subsection (4), the City shall issue to the
person an identification number. Any label affixed to an extinguisher after
a hydrostatic pressure test or any tag attached to an extinguisher after
maintenance or recharge shall, in addition to the information required by
Articles of The National Fire Code, contain the identification number of the
person who performed the test or maintenance on the extinguisher.
Inspection and Maintenance of Commercial Cooking Equipment
27.
(1)
In accordance with sentence 2.6.1.9(2) of The National Fire Code, the
inspection and maintenance of commercial cooking equipment exhaust
and fire protection systems shall be in conformance with NFPA 96,
"Ventilation Control and Fire Protection of Commercial Cooking
Equipment".
(2)
Inspection and maintenance of commercial cooking equipment exhaust
and fire protection systems shall be performed by properly trained and
qualified persons.
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(3)
Any person who intends to inspect or maintain commercial cooking
equipment exhaust and fire protection systems shall submit proof of
proper training to the Department before carrying out any inspections or
maintenance.
(4)
Upon proof of proper training, the Department shall issue to the person a
permit to inspect and maintain commercial cooking equipment exhaust
and fire protection systems in the City, which permit shall be valid for the
term specified on the permit.
(5)
No person shall inspect or maintain commercial cooking equipment
exhaust and fire protection systems without a valid permit from the
Department.
(6)
In addition to the permit under Subsection (4), the City shall issue to the
person an identification number. Any label or tag affixed to a commercial
cooking equipment exhaust and fire protection system after inspection or
maintenance shall, in addition to the information required by The National
Fire Code, contain the identification number of the person who performed
the inspection or maintenance of the system.
Inspection and Maintenance of Sprinkler and Standpipe Systems
28.
(1)
Inspection and maintenance of sprinkler and standpipe systems shall be
performed by properly trained and qualified persons.
(2)
Any person who intends to inspect or maintain sprinkler and standpipe
systems shall submit proof to the Department that the person holds a
journeyperson's certificate in the sprinkler systems installer trade or that
the person is a fourth year apprentice in the sprinkler systems installer
trade.
(3)
Upon proof of the matters referred to in Subsection (2), the Department
shall issue to the person a permit to inspect and maintain sprinkler and
standpipe systems in the City, which permit shall be valid for the term
specified on the permit.
(4)
No person shall inspect or maintain sprinkler and standpipe systems
without a valid permit from the Department.
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(5)
In addition to the permit under Subsection (3), the Department shall issue
to the person an identification number. Any label or tag affixed to a
sprinkler or standpipe system shall, in addition to the information required
by The National Fire Code, contain the identification number of the person
who performed the inspection or maintenance on the sprinkler or
standpipe system.
Inspection, Testing and Maintenance of Fire Alarm Systems
29.
(1)
In accordance with article 6.3.1.2 of The National Fire Code, the
inspection, testing and maintenance of fire alarm systems shall be in
conformance with CAN/ULC-S536, "Inspection and Testing of Fire Alarm
Systems".
(2)
Inspection, testing and maintenance of fire alarm systems shall be
performed by properly trained and qualified persons.
(3)
No person shall inspect, test or maintain a fire alarm system without first
obtaining a valid permit issued by the Department.
(4)
Any person who wishes to obtain a permit to inspect, test or maintain fire
alarm systems shall submit proof satisfactory to the Department that the
person:
(a)
is, or the person's employer is, a member in good standing of the
Canadian Fire Alarm Association or the National Fire Protection
Association; and,
(b)
has at least one of the following qualifications:
(i)
a certificate from a recognized alarm manufacturer that the
person is a factory trained installer and serviceperson; or
(ii)
a certificate that the person has successfully completed the
Canadian Fire Alarm Association "Fire Alarm Technician
Training" program, and has worked as an apprentice to a
person who holds a permit under this section for a period of
not less than one year; or
(iii)
a certificate that the person has successfully completed the
journeyperson electrician trade's upgrading course entitled
"Fire Alarm and Protection Systems".
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(5)
For purposes of this section "Addressable Fire Alarm System" means a
fire alarm system that consists of initiating devices and central appliances
and that is capable of individually identifying and controlling discrete
components and functions of the system.
(a)
Only authorized factory trained personnel may service addressable
fire alarm systems.
(b)
Any person who wishes to obtain a permit to test, inspect or
maintain addressable fire alarm systems shall submit proof
satisfactory to the Department that the person:
(i)
is, or the person's employer is, member in good standing of
the Canadian Fire Alarm Association or the National Fire
Protection Association; and
(ii)
possesses
appropriate
factory
training
in
servicing
addressable fire alarm systems.
(6)
Upon proof of the matters referred to in subsections (4) and (5), the
Department shall issue to the person the appropriate permit to inspect,
test and maintain fire alarm systems in the City, which permit shall be valid
for the period specified on the permit.
(7)
The Department may, at its discretion, cancel, revoke or suspend the
permit of any person who in the opinion of the Department has
contravened any of the provisions of this bylaw.
(8)
In addition to the permit under Subsection (4), the Department shall issue
to the person an identification number. Any label or tag affixed to a fire
alarm system shall, in addition to the information required by The National
Fire Code, contain the identification number of the person who performed
the inspection, test or maintenance on the fire alarm system.
Vacant Buildings
30.
(1)
In accordance with Article 2.4.6.1 of The National Fire Code, all vacant
buildings shall be secured against unauthorized entry.
(2)
All exterior windows and doors, whether broken or intact, on the first
storey of a vacant building shall be boarded up to prevent unauthorized
entry.
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(3)
All broken exterior windows on any storey above the first storey of a
vacant building shall be boarded up to prevent unauthorized entry.
(4)
The boards used to secure a vacant building shall be plywood, OSB
(oriented strand board), particleboard or waferboard with a minimum
thickness of 7/16 inch.
(5)
Wherever possible, the boards shall be one solid piece and shall be
secured to the window or doorframe or brick molding using 2 inch gyproc
screws placed approximately 10 inches apart.
(6)
The boards shall be cut so as to fit tightly against the door or window
frames to prevent a person from prying off the boards.
(7)
In addition to the windows and doors, any other openings in the exterior of
a vacant building shall be secured to prevent unauthorized entry or an
infestation of pigeons or rodents.
Prevention of Fire Spread
31.
The Department may pull down or demolish any buildings or other erections
when, in the opinion of the Fire Chief or the senior officer in command of a fire or
any other emergency, such actions are considered necessary to prevent the
spread of fire.
Commandeering of Equipment
32.
(1)
Where an extreme fire hazard exists or the safety of persons or property is
endangered by a fire, the Fire Chief or the senior officer in command of a
fire or any other emergency may commandeer or use any privately owned
equipment for the purpose of fire fighting.
(2)
The Department shall pay compensation to any person from whom private
property is commandeered or used pursuant to Subsection (1).
(3)
The amount of compensation to be paid to a person by the Department
pursuant to Subsection (2) is to be determined by the Department. In the
event a person does not agree with the amount of compensation offered
by the Department, the person may appeal the amount of the
compensation and the provisions of Sections 13, 14 and 15 shall apply.
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Obtaining Assistance in Fire Fighting
33.
(1)
Where an extreme fire hazard exists or the safety of persons or property is
endangered by a fire, the Fire Chief or the senior officer in command of a
fire or other emergency may obtain the voluntary assistance of any adult
for the purpose of fire fighting.
(2)
The Department shall pay compensation to any person who assists in fire
fighting pursuant to Subsection (1).
(3)
The amount of compensation to be paid to a person by the Department
pursuant to Subsection (2) is to be determined by the Department. In the
event a person does not agree with the amount of compensation offered
by the Department, the person may appeal the amount of the
compensation and the provisions of Sections 13, 14 and 15 shall apply.
(4)
No person who assists in fire fighting pursuant to Subsection (1) shall be
deemed to be an employee of the Department or of the City for the
purposes of this Bylaw or any other Act or law.
Duties of Persons Assigned to Fight Fires
34.
Every person who assists in fire fighting pursuant to Section 34 shall:
(a)
proceed as directed;
(b)
take all equipment with which the person has been supplied or
which has been commandeered for the person pursuant to Section
33;
(c)
assume responsibility for the fire fighting equipment in the person's
care;
(d)
obey all reasonable orders and requirements of the Fire Chief or
the senior officer in command of the fire; and
(e)
make every reasonable effort to control and extinguish the fire and
to protect any life and property endangered by the fire.
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Part VI - Hazardous Substances
Underground Storage Tanks
35.
(1)
In addition to the standards and requirements of The National Fire Code
and The Hazardous Substances and Waste Dangerous Goods
Regulations respecting the design, construction and use of storage tanks
for flammable liquids and combustible liquids, the following standards and
requirements shall apply:
(a)
underground storage tanks and associated piping shall be double
walled or monitored in a manner acceptable to the Department;
(b)
every
underground
storage
tank
shall
be
equipped
with
piezometers as required by this Section; and
(c)
all piping connections shall be visible through the use of a transition
box.
(2)
Piezometers shall be designed, constructed and used in accordance with
the following standards and requirements:
(a)
the piezometer shall be constructed of plastic (poly-vinyl chloride)
pipe not less than 100 millimetres in diameter;
(b)
the piezometer shall be placed vertically from the bottom of the tank
bed (sand or pea-gravel) to approximately 100 millimetres below
grade level;
(c)
the top of the piezometer shall be protected from damage by the
installation of an approved metal frame and cover 300 millimetres in
diameter. The cover shall be painted white and clearly marked;
(d)
the top end of the piezometer shall be equipped with a threaded
plastic nut for access to the pipe;
(e)
the bottom end of the piezometer shall be plugged or sealed;
(f)
the piezometer shall have slots cut in the sides of the pipe. The
slots shall be 50 millimetres in length, 1 millimetre in width and 50
millimetres apart. The slots shall be staggered on all sides of the
pipe and extend a minimum of 1,200 millimetres from the bottom of
the pipe; and
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(g)
piezometers shall be placed in the tank hole. There shall be at
least 1 more piezometer in the tank hole than the number of
storage tanks in the same tank hole.
Testing, Repair and Removal of Storage Tanks
36.
If, in the opinion of the Fire Chief or a municipal inspector, there is a reasonable
suspicion that flammable or combustible liquids or vapours are escaping from an
underground or above-ground storage tank or piping which may create a
hazardous condition, the fire chief or municipal inspector may order the owner,
operator or occupant of the premises where the storage tank is located to:
(a)
drill test holes and provide test results to the Department;
(b)
test the tank and associated piping; and
(c)
excavate the tank and piping and carry out any necessary work to
correct
the
hazardous
condition,
including
the
removal,
replacement or repair of the tank.
Discharge of Hazardous Substance Into Sewer System
37.
(1)
No person shall discharge or permit to be discharged any flammable
liquid, combustible liquid, dangerous good, hazardous substance or waste
dangerous good, whether by itself or in combination with any other liquid
or solid, into any sanitary sewer, storm sewer, sewer connection, catch
basin, street, alley or ditch.
(2)
Notwithstanding Section 11, the Fire Chief or a municipal inspector may
use any measures that the Fire Chief or municipal inspector considers
appropriate to prevent a further discharge of a substance mentioned in
Subsection (1), and may suspend the operation of any activity or business
suspected of being the source of the discharge.
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Part VII - Fireworks
Sale of Fireworks
38.
(1)
No person shall sell any fireworks and no person being the owner,
occupant or person in charge of any premises shall permit any fireworks to
be sold on the premises:
(a)
without first having obtained a fireworks sale permit from the
Department; and
(b)
except to a person who is 18 years of age or older.
(2)
No person shall sell any high hazard fireworks and no person being the
owner, occupant or person in charge of any premises shall permit any
high hazard fireworks to be sold on the premises to anyone other than a
fireworks supervisor.
(3)
No person shall sell, and no person being the owner, occupant or person
in charge of any premises shall permit any fireworks to be sold other than
as specified in the fireworks sale permit.
(4)
The handling and storage of fireworks shall be in conformance with the
Explosives Act and its Regulations, and The National Fire Code.
(5)
A person selling fireworks must provide to each purchaser any information
respecting the usage of fireworks that is required by the Department to be
provided.
Discharge of Fireworks
39.
(1)
No person shall discharge any fireworks in a manner that would create a
danger or nuisance to any other person or property.
(2)
No person shall discharge any fireworks into or onto any public place and
no person being the owner or occupant of any premises shall permit any
fireworks to be discharged into or onto any public place without first
obtaining a fireworks display permit from the Department.
(3)
No person shall discharge any low hazard fireworks, and no person being
the owner or occupant of any land shall permit any low hazard fireworks to
be discharged on that land, except:
(a)
between the hours of dusk and 11:00 p.m. on:
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(i)
Victoria Day;
(ii)
Canada Day;
(iii)
Labour Day; or
(iv)
the third day of the annual five-day Diwali festival;
(b)
between the hours of dusk on New Year's Eve and 12:15 a.m. on
New Year's Day; and
(c)
between the hours of dusk on Chinese New Year's Eve and 12:15
a.m. on Chinese New Year.
(3.1) In the event of any uncertainty respecting subsection (3), the
determination of the Department respecting the dates and times fireworks
are permitted to be discharged each year shall govern and be final.
(3.2) Subsection (3) shall not apply to public fireworks displays conducted by a
community association.
(3.3) Upon the written application of a person seeking to hold a public fireworks
display involving low hazard fireworks, the Fire Chief may waive the date
and time restrictions for the discharge of low hazard fireworks set out in
subsection (3).
(3.4) The decision made by the Fire Chief pursuant to subsection (3.3) is final
and may not be appealed.
(4)
No person shall discharge any fireworks on a school site without the prior
written consent of the Board of Education or Conseil Scolaire that owns
the site, and without first obtaining a fireworks display permit from the
Department. Only low hazard fireworks may be discharged in a public
display on a school site.
(5)
No person under 18 years of age shall discharge any fireworks except
under the direct supervision of a parent, guardian or other responsible
adult.
(6)
No parent or guardian of a child under 18 years of age shall suffer or
permit the child to discharge any fireworks, except when under the direct
supervision of the parent or guardian.
(7)
No person shall discharge any fireworks other than as specified in the
fireworks display permit and in accordance with the terms and conditions
of the fireworks display permit.
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Indoor Fireworks
40.
(1)
No person shall hold an indoor fireworks (pyrotechnics) display without
first obtaining a permit from the Department.
(2)
The person holding the permit shall be responsible to ensure that the
display is conducted in conformance with provisions of the current
Pyrotechnic Special Effects Manual prepared by Natural Resources
Canada.
(3)
The handling, storage and use of indoor fireworks shall be in conformance
with the Explosives Act and its Regulations, and The National Fire Code.
High Hazard Fireworks Displays
41.
(1)
No person shall hold a public fireworks display using high hazard fireworks
without first obtaining a permit from the Department.
(2)
A public fireworks display using high hazard fireworks shall be conducted
under the direct supervision of a fireworks supervisor.
(3)
The person holding the permit shall be responsible to ensure that the
display is conducted in conformance with the current Fireworks Display
Manual prepared by Natural Resources Canada.
(4)
The handling, storage and use of high hazard fireworks shall be in
conformance with the Explosives Act, its Regulations, and The National
Fire Code.
Fireworks Display Permits
41.1 (1)
The Fire Chief shall have the sole discretion to issue a permit to allow a
person to:
(a)
sell fireworks; or
(b)
discharge fireworks.
(2)
The types of permit that may be issued by the Department include:
(a)
fireworks sale permits;
(b)
fireworks display permits in respect of:
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(i)
high hazard fireworks;
(ii)
low hazard fireworks; and
(iii)
indoor fireworks.
(3)
Application for a permit shall be made to the Fire Chief on such forms and
accompanied by the application fee set out in Schedule "A" and such
information as may be prescribed by the Department from time to time.
(4)
The Fire Chief or designate may issue a permit upon such terms and
conditions as the Fire Chief considers appropriate.
(5)
Without limiting the generality of subsection (4), the Fire Chief may, in any
permit:
(a)
place restrictions on the quantity and the type of fireworks that may
be sold or discharged in the display;
(b)
require the applicant to submit specified information;
(c)
place restrictions on the location, date, and time of the display;
(d)
require the applicant to provide security and fire safety measures;
(e)
place restrictions on the manner in which fireworks may be
discharged; and
(f)
require the permit holder to, at the conclusion of the public
fireworks display, immediately remove and dispose of all unused
fireworks and debris.
(6)
A permit for an indoor fireworks display shall only be issued to persons
holding a valid Assistant Pyrotechnician, Pyrotechnician or Special Effects
Pyrotechnician card issued by Natural Resources Canada. Applicants
with pyrotechnic accreditation from other jurisdictions shall not receive a
permit unless the Department is satisfied that the applicant is properly
trained and qualified in indoor pyrotechnics.
(7)
A fireworks display permit for a public fireworks display using high hazard
fireworks shall only be issued to persons holding a valid Fireworks
Supervisor - Level I or Level II card issued by Natural Resources Canada.
Applicants with Fireworks Supervisor accreditation from other jurisdictions
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shall not receive a permit unless the Department is satisfied that the
applicant is properly trained and qualified in the use of high hazard
fireworks.
(8)
The applicant for a fireworks display permit or a fireworks distribution
permit shall procure and provide the Department, at least 7 days prior to
the scheduled date of the display, a Certificate of Insurance which shall
name the City as insured under the applicant's insurance policy
evidencing public liability insurance in the amounts hereinafter specified:
(a)
for a permit regarding an indoor fireworks display or a public
fireworks display using high hazard fireworks, a minimum of
$5,000,000.00;
(b)
for a permit regarding a public fireworks display using low hazard
fireworks, a minimum of $2,000,000.00; or
(c)
for a permit regarding sale of low hazard fireworks, a minimum of
$2,000,000.00.
(9)
The Fire Chief may, upon application from the holder of a permit, or at the
Fire Chief's discretion, amend the terms and conditions of the permit.
(10)
No person shall assign or transfer a fireworks distribution permit or a
fireworks display permit.
Part VIII - Trailer, Mobile Home and Manufactured Home Communities
Maintenance of Trailers, Mobile Homes and Manufactured Home Communities
42.
Every trailer, mobile home or manufactured home shall be maintained in
conformance with NFPA 501A Standard for Fire Safety Criteria for Manufactured
Home Installations, Sites and Communities.
Part IX - Offences and Penalties
Owner's Responsibility
43.
Unless otherwise specified, the owner or the owner's authorized agent shall be
responsible for carrying out the provisions of this Bylaw.
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Notice of Violation Offences
44.
(1)
Every person commits an offence who:
(a)
blocks an exit or access to an exit in any building;
(b)
fails to maintain a fire exit door or fire exit hardware on a fire exit
door in any building in operating condition;
(c)
fails to maintain portable fire extinguishers in any building in
conformance with The National Fire Code;
(d)
fails to maintain a commercial cooking equipment exhaust and fire
protection system including duct work, an automatic sprinkler
system or a fire alarm system in conformance with The National
Fire Code;
(e)
permits combustible materials to accumulate in or around any
building in quantities or locations that will constitute an undue fire
hazard;
(f)
contravenes the provisions of Section 17 regarding smoke alarms;
(g)
fails to store flammable and combustible liquids or compressed
gases in any building, structure or open space in conformance with
The National Fire Code;
(h)
blocks or wedges open a closure in a fire separation in any
building;
(i)
contravenes the provisions of Section 18 regarding the setting of
open-air fires;
(j)
contravenes the provisions of Section 18.1 regarding the improper
use of blowlamps;
(k)
contravenes the provisions of Section 38 regarding the sale of
fireworks;
(l)
contravenes the provisions of Section 39 regarding the discharge of
fireworks;
(m)
fails to obtain an indoor fireworks display permit as required by
Subsection 40(1);
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(n)
fails to obtain a high hazard fireworks display permit as required by
Subsection 41(1); or
(o)
contravenes the provisions of Subsection 41.1(10) regarding
assignment or transfer of a fireworks distribution permit or fireworks
display permit.
(2)
When a contravention of Subsection (1) occurs, the person responsible for
the contravention is guilty of an offence and liable on summary conviction
to a fine:
(a)
for the first offence, of $250;
(b)
for a second offence, of $500;
(c)
for a third or subsequent offence, of not less than $500 and not
more than $10,000 in the case of an individual or $25,000 in the
case of a corporation.
(3)
Except as provided in Subsection (4), the following procedure shall apply
to offences committed under this Section:
(a)
the Fire Chief, a municipal inspector or any member of the
Department may issue a notice of bylaw violation to any person
committing a first or second offence under Subsection (1). The
notice shall require the person to pay to the City the amount
specified in clause (2)(a) or (b);
(b)
the fine may be paid:
(i)
in person, during regular office hours, to the cashier located
at City Hall, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan,
(ii)
by deposit, at the depository located at the main entrance to
City Hall, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, or
(iii)
by mail addressed to the Office of the City Treasurer, City
Hall, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, S7K 0J5;
(c)
if payment of the fine as provided in clause (2)(a) or (b) is made
prior to the date when the person contravening the Bylaw is
required to appear in court to answer a charge, the person shall not
be liable to prosecution for that offence;
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(d)
the amount of the fine under clause (2)(a) shall be discounted to
the sum of $200 for a first offence if paid within 14 calendar days of
the date of the notice of bylaw violation. The date of payment shall
be determined as follows:
(i)
for payment in person, the date of payment shall be the date
payment is received by the City;
(ii)
for payment by deposit, the date of payment shall be the
date payment is deposited in the depository at City Hall; or
(iii)
for payment by mail, the date of payment shall be the post
marked date on the remittance.
Upon payment, the person contravening the Bylaw shall not
be liable to prosecution for that offence.
(4)
The provisions of Subsection (3) shall not apply in the case of a third or
subsequent offence.
Minimum Penalty
44.1 (1)
Every person commits an offence who fails to comply with an Order to
Remedy Contravention made under Section 11 of this Bylaw.
(2)
A person who contravenes Subsection (1) is guilty of an offence and liable
on summary conviction to a fine:
(a)
for a first offence, of not less than $500;
(b)
for a second offence, of not less than $750; and
(c)
for a third or subsequent offence, of not less than $1,000.
General Penalty
45.
(1)
No person shall:
(a)
fail to comply with an order made under this Bylaw;
(b)
obstruct or hinder the Fire Chief or any municipal inspector acting
under the authority of this Bylaw; or
(c)
fail to comply with any other provision of this Bylaw.
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(2)
Except where a penalty is specifically provided for in this Bylaw, every
person who contravenes any provision of this Bylaw is guilty of an offence
and liable on summary conviction:
(a)
in the case of an individual, to a fine of not more than $10,000 and,
in the case of a continuing offence, to a further fine of not more
than $2,500 for each day during which the offence continues; and
(b)
in the case of a corporation, to a fine of not more than $25,000 and,
in the case of a continuing offence, to a further fine of not more
than $2,500 for each day during which the offence continues.
(3)
A conviction for an offence for failing to comply with an order does not
relieve the person convicted from complying with the order and the
convicting judge or justice of the peace may, in addition to any fine
imposed, order the person to do any act or work, within a specified time, to
comply with the order with respect to which the person was convicted.
(4)
The Court may, in default of payment of a fine imposed under this Bylaw,
order imprisonment of an individual for a term not exceeding one year.
Part X - Miscellaneous
Bylaws No. 6885 and 4831 Repealed
46.
Bylaw No. 6885 and Bylaw No. 4831 are repealed.
Coming Into Force
47.
This Bylaw comes into force on the day of its final passing.
Read a first time this 4th day of December, 2000.
Read a second time this 4th day of December, 2000.
Read a third time and passed this 4th day of December, 2000.
"James Maddin"
"Janice Mann"
Mayor
City Clerk
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Schedule "A"
Fees for Service
1.
Inspection Services
(1)
Third party requests for business
Premises required for a Provincial
or Federal grant or license
$ 90.00/hour
(2)
File search
$ 100.00
(3)
Request for on-site inspection
$ 90.00/hour
2.
Hydrant Flow Test
(1)
Hydrant flow test
$ 70.00
(2)
Underground tank installation
$ 40.00/first hour
or removal inspection
$ 30.00/additional hour
3.
Emergency Response Charges
(1)
Dangerous goods response
a)
rail carrier
$450.00/hour per unit plus
cost plus disposable
b)
highway carrier
(i)
out-of-city responses
$450.00/hour per unit plus
cost plus disposable
(ii)
in-city responses
(A)
non-resident carrier
$450.00/hour per unit plus
cost plus disposable
(B)
resident carrier
No charge
(2)
Out-of-City rescue calls
$250.00/hour per unit
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4.
Lift Assist
$150.00/lift
5.
Response to False Alarm
(1)
1st
no charge
(2)
2nd
$250.00
(3)
3rd
$500.00
(3)
4th and subsequent
$750.00
*If no false alarm call occurs for a period of 12 consecutive months, then a
subsequent false alarm is deemed to be a first false alarm.
Permit Fees
6.
Fireworks Permits
(1)
Fireworks sale
$75.00
(2)
Fireworks display - high hazard
$100.00
(3)
Fireworks display - indoor
$100.00