The Kimball Township Fire Department Fire Prevention
The Prevention Division of the Kimball Township Fire Department is responsible for fire safety education, coordinating and conducting fire and life safety inspection services for the Township of Kimball and it contracted areas. The Prevention Division can be broadly grouped into four categories: Fire and Life Safety Educations, Right To Know, Fire Inspections, and Fire investigations.
Fire and Life Safety Education for Children and Adults
Spreading the important message about fire and life safety into the hands of the Prevention Division of the Kimball Township Fire Department. The "PubEd" Office develops and implements programs that teach children and adults about safety and emergency prevention. The staff schedules special appearances by KTFD personnel and vehicles, as well as fire station tours, smoke alarm installations and other services. Public Education can be reached at Kimball Township Fire Department at (810) 982-9461
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K I D S page
SESAME STREET Fire safety Station Color and Learn “Coloring Book”
Fire Safety Checklist for Older Adults
Right To Know: Chemical Survey Information
Section 14i of the Michigan Occupational Safety and Health Act (MIOSHA), Act No. 154, P. A. of 1974, as amended, requires that each fire chief prepare and disseminate to each firefighter information on facilities within their jurisdiction that use or produce hazardous chemicals. The Michigan Fire Prevention Code, Act No. 207, P. A. of 1941, as amended, requires that any firm handling hazardous chemicals provide information to the fire chief upon request. This allows the fire department to gather information on each chemical so that the requirements of MIOSHA can be met. To assist our department in fulfilling its responsibilities under MIOSHA, we are requesting that you complete the enclosed survey. If your firm does not use or produce any hazardous chemicals (see attached definitions),you still need to complete the form. This information can be beneficial to you and your firefighting personnel when responding to a fire or other emergency at your facility. If you have questions or need help completing the chemical survey contact the Kimball Township Fire Department at (810) 982-9461
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Right To Know Chemical Survey form
Michigan Occupational Safety and Health Act No. 154, P. A. of 1974,
The Michigan Fire Prevention Code, Act No. 207, P. A. of 1941,
Fire Inspection
New Construction:
Frequently referred to as “technical inspections,” inspections of new construction are provided for all structures built within the Township of Kimball and contracted areas (excluding State-owned buildings). These inspections must be ‘passed’ prior to occupancy. Technical inspections range from a visual check of sprinkler and alarm systems to an observed discharge of a special extinguishing system. Technical inspections are conducted by Prevention Division staff inspectors, who have been trained and certified in this area. To get more information on where the Prevention Division inspection program fits within this process contact Kimball Township Fire department at 810-982-9461 for more Information.
General Business:
There are a number of occupancies within the Township of Kimball and contracted areas that receive regular fire and life-safety inspections, such as day care, health care and institutional occupancies. Also, all general business and industrial structures receive a thorough inspection of fire protection features annually. The department also insures that all fire protection systems within structures (sprinklers, alarms, elevators, etc.) receive an annual inspection by an independent third-party contractor (this is a state requirement enforced by local municipalities). Any business within the Township of Kimball and contracted areas is subject to a periodic fire and life safety inspection by Kimball Township Fire Department.
Residential:
The Kimball Township Fire Department inspects all multi-family residential occupancies within the Township of Kimball and contracted areas, including fraternity and sorority houses. Due to the unique risks posed by multi-family residential structures, KTFD has made them a priority for regular fire and life safety inspections.
Single-family living:
The Uniform Fire Code does not give direct authority to the fire department to conduct fire and life safety inspections of single-family homes and duplexes. However, through the KTFD "Home Fire Safety Assessment" program, homeowners can effectively conduct their own fire and life safety inspection. If you have a concern about your private residence, contact the Kimball Township Fire Department at (810) 982-9461
Public Assembly:
The phrase “Public Assembly” refers to any structure or occupancy that is designed for 50 or more people to meet for entertainment, worship, dining or amusement. Since so many people are present at these venues (convention centers, bars/restaurants, theaters, etc.), it is necessary to meet strict fire code requirements and to ensure that the requirements are maintained over time. KTFD maintains regular inspection rotation(s) of places of public assemblies.
To schedule an inspection contact the Kimball Township Fire Department at (810) 982-9461
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Fire Inspection Self check Sheet
Fire Investigation
The Fire Investigations Section is responsible for investigating fires to determine the origin and identify cause in an effort to prevent fires. If the cause of fire is determined to be negligent, careless, or incendiary, the Fire Investigations Section will enforce local, state, and federal codes, laws and ordinances as applicable.
