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e e e Page 2 FIRE PREVENTION ELK RIVER FIRE DEPARTMENT STANDARD OPERATING PROCEDURES CODE COMPLIANCE PROCEDURE DATE: INSPECTIONS: The following guidelines shall be used for initial and follow-up inspections. (1) After making the initial inspection, an exit interview must be conducted and a copy of the inspection report must be left at the facility. If this is not possible, a copy of the report should be mailed immediately to the person(s) responsible for the facility. If there are corrections that must be made immediately, due to unsafe conditions, the building owner, manager, or their representative must be informed before leaving the scene. NOTE: NOTIFYING WORKERS THAT IMMEDIATE ACTION IS REQUIRED IS NOT ACCEPTABLE. (2) If there are no violations then the inspection is completed. (3) If corrections of violations are required then the person receiving the copy of the inspection shall be instructed to call the Fire Department when the corrections have been made within 30 days. (4) When the call is received, schedule are-inspection of the facility to check for compliance If the violations have been corrected, then the inspection is completed. If all violations are not corrected, a verbal two week extension is acceptable. A follow-up inspection will be necessary. (5) If after 30 days a phone call is not received, a 15 day final notice shall be sent by regular mail service to the facility. (6) If the facility calls regarding compliance, schedule a re-inspection and follow Step 4. (7) If after 15 days there has been no call from the facility, a re-inspection will be necessary to determine if there has been any compliance with orders. (8) At this time, notifY the occupant that the matter will be turned over to the city attorney for litigation unless an agreement can be reached concerning the required corrections. (9) If an agreement is reached, follow Step 4.