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
- Restricted Use of Propane (LPG) for "Hot Work"
- 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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Think Safety First When Planning Your Barbecue This Summer
BFD offers tips and advice on barbecue safety.
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A Few Quick Summer Safety Tips from BFD
Attached are a few quick summer safety tips from the Boston Fire Department...
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New Requirements for Certain Lodging and Boarding Houses
On December 5, 2012 the Boston City Council adopted MGL Chapter 148 Section 26H requiring owners of lodging and boarding houses renting to 6 or more unrelated tenants to sprinkler their properties by December 5, 2017. (Click links below for more information.)
City Ordinance Adopting MGL Chapter 148 Section 26H
Letter from Fire Marshal regarding MGL Chapter 148 Section 26H
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Restricted Use of Propane (LPG) for "Hot Work"
Effective January 1, 2013
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Commercial Hood and Exhaust Cleaners
December 1, 2012 new guidelines from the Boston Fire Department that can affect commercial hood and exhaust cleaners registration
Guidelines for Loss of Registration for Hood Exhaust Cleaners and Inspectors
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Sale or Transfer of Residential Dwellings
As of August 1, 2012, realtors and sellers scheduling Certificate of Compliance inspections should be aware that under MGL Chapter 148 sec 26F residential dwellings built after 1975 or having 6 or more dwelling units are exempt from the requirements of 26F.....
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Candle Usage Guidelines, Definitions and Application for Candle Usage in a Place of Assembly
Read the new Candle Guidelines that are in effect October 1, 2012. The Boston Fire Department requires 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 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
- New Requirements for Antifreeze Solutions in Sprinkler Systems
- 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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