The Construction Safety Unit ensures that construction sites, whether for new construction or rehabilitation, have taken every precaution to ensure fire prevention safety at the site. Fire safety on the construction site is accomplished through the unit’s inspection of the job site, noting and having corrected any situations or violations which may adversely affect fire safety concerns. They also:
Ensure that proper permits have been obtained, are properly displayed and scope of work being performed is that stated on permit.
Ensure standpipes are operational and that their location signage is clearly visible.
Ensure proper codes and standards are being adhered to.
Contact Us
Call: 617-343-3690 and 617-343-3693
Fax: 617-343-2197
Construction Related Guidelines and Applications
- Asbestos Removal
- Alteration, Installation, Maintain Fire Extinguishing System
- Bagging Smoke Detectors
- Clean Agent Systems
- Cutting/Burning and Welding Application and Instructions
- Application for Construction / Demolition / Renovation Permit
- Dumpster Placement
- Erecting a Tent/Temporary Structure
- Requirements for the Tent Application
- Fire Alarm
- General Permit Application
- Install Modify Generator Application
- Preaction Sprinkler
- Guidelines for a Smoke Control System
- Smoke Control Panel Requirements
- Spray Painting (General)
- Temporary Detection
- Temporary Heat Application
Latest Fire Prevention News
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Important Safety Information from the Boston Fire Department
It is important that you take the following actions to minimize your risk of injury due to fire or carbon monoxide poisoning.
Important Safety Information from the Boston Fire Department
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Candle Usage Guidelines, Definitions and Application for Candle Usage in a Place of Assembly
Effective November 1, 2011 the Boston Fire Department will require that the use of candles in a Place of Assembly be permitted as defined in the attached document.
Candle Usage Guidelines, Definitions and Application for Candle Usage in a Place of Assembly
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New Requirements for Antifreeze Solutions in Sprinkler Systems
On July 1, 2011 the Boston Fire Department was directed by the State Fire Marshal’s Office to enforce the provisions of NFPA 25 published in March 2011, pertaining to the testing and replacement of noncompliant antifreeze solutions in existing antifreeze filled sprinkler systems.
New Requirements for Antifreeze Solutions in Sprinkler Systems
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New Crowd Manager Regulations
According to 527 CMR 10.13 effective June 1, 2011 a trained crowd manager must be present in any Nightclub, Bar, Discotheque, or Dance Hall with an occupant load of 100 or more persons during all hours when the facility is open to patrons.
Mass. Dept. of Fire Services Information on Crowd Manager Designation
Announcements
- Important Safety Information from the Boston Fire Department
- Advisory on Exhaust Hood Cleaning and Inspection Deficiency Reports
- Notify BFD when your contract to clean an exhaust vent has been canceled
- Fire Prevention Order 11-1
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