Fire Prevention Inspector

at  Toronto Community Housing

Under the direction of the Manager, Fire Life Safety the Fire Prevention Inspector will perform, but not be limited to, the following duties:

• Conduct fire safety inspections, utilizing the Ontario Fire Code, Ontario Building Code, Municipal by-laws and other applicable codes and standards;
• Address Fire Code violations and fire safety hazards;
• Comply with all directives issued by the Ontario Fire Marshal;
• Read and interpret building plans, blueprints, installation guides, construction plans and specifications;
• Prepare reports and maintain records detailing information about the property, violations observed and actions to be taken;
• Complete detailed notes, prepare written information and provide assistance with how to rectify situations and contraventions encountered;
• Review and make recommendations for the approval of Fire Safety Plans;
• Review and make recommendations for the approval of alternative compliance solutions pursuant to Division C of the Ontario Fire Code;
• Prepare and present seminars and learning modules on fire prevention and life safety to tenants, staff and other groups;
• Deliver education programs related to fire safety;
• Demonstrate a commitment to personal and professional development;
• Perform administrative activities;
• Participate in developing and maintaining Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s);
• Other duties as assigned.