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Chapter 07: Fire Prevention And Fire Protection

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Chapter 7: Fire Prevention and Fire Protection (Hollidaysburg, PA)

This document outlines the fire prevention regulations for the Borough of Hollidaysburg, Pennsylvania. It is organized into six parts covering general codes, smoke detectors, underground tanks, open burning, cost recovery, and fireworks.

Part 1: Fire Prevention Code

  • Adoption: The Borough adopts the Fire Prevention Code, Abbreviated Edition (1970) recommended by the American Insurance Association.
  • Amendments:
    • The terms "Fire Marshal" and "Chief of the Fire Department" are interchangeable.
    • Maximum fines for violations were increased from $100 to $300 (Ordinance No. 528, Sept 9, 1974).
    • The Chief of the Fire Department must survey assembly, educational, industrial, institutional, mercantile, storage, and residential occupancies to specify necessary fire extinguishing appliances and detection devices. This applies only to new construction.
    • Specifications must align with National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) standards and the Life Safety Code Handbook.

Part 2: Smoke Detectors

  • Purpose & Definitions: Defines "Dwelling Unit" and establishes the purpose of the section.
  • Requirements:
    • Smoke detectors are required in dwelling units.
    • Detectors are required for separate sleeping areas.
    • Placement rules and power source/detection type specifications are mandated.
  • Responsibilities:
    • Owners have specific responsibilities regarding detector maintenance and compliance.
    • A timeframe for compliance is established.
  • Other Provisions:
    • Fire sprinkler systems are addressed.
    • The Borough is held harmless under certain conditions.
    • Tampering with or removing detectors is prohibited and subject to penalties.

Part 3: Abandoned Underground Tanks

  • Notice: Requires notice to remove abandoned tanks.
  • Procedures: Outlines procedures for removal and for situations where a tank is abandoned in place.
  • Penalties: Establishes penalties for non-compliance.

Part 4: Open Burning

  • Regulations: Defines terms and specifies when open burning is permitted.
  • Prohibitions: Burning of certain materials is prohibited.
  • Enforcement: Includes remedies, penalties, and amendments to local/state/federal law references.

Part 5: Recovery of Costs

  • Authorization: Authorizes the Borough to recover costs associated with fire prevention activities.
  • Rights & Remedies: Defines the Borough’s right to recover costs and outlines remedies.
  • Charges: Specifies how charges are assessed.

Part 6: Fireworks

  • General Rules: Provides general regulations regarding fireworks.
  • Display and Discharge: Regulates the display and discharge of fireworks within the Borough.
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