Fire Inspections

Beaumont Fire Services is committed to the safety of all residents and business owners, so we decided to launch a new fire inspection program to help keep businesses safe.

Prepare your business for fire inspections!

Fire inspections identify potential fire hazards and ensure maintenance of all emergency systems within buildings. Regular inspections by your local fire inspector are a part of doing business, and you need to be ready when they arrive. Since these visits may be unannounced, the best way to remain prepared is to go through the pre-inspection checklist yourself, to ensure that your business is always in full compliance with the fire code. This will not only help you to avoid expensive fines or even having your business shut down temporarily due to code violations, it can also protect your staff, property, and your livelihood.

What is the fire inspector looking for during an inspection?

The purpose of a fire inspection to ensure that your building is equipped for a fire emergency. This means all emergency and fire protection safety measures in place are fully operational. A few things an inspector may check include your building’s fire sprinkler system, electrical outlets, storage of hazardous materials, number of portable fire extinguishers, and the clearance of the entrance and exit to your building. Blocked exits, overloaded electrical outlets, insufficient extinguishers for the size of your building, or missing emergency signage would be a few examples of red flags during a fire inspection.

How can I prepare for a fire inspection?

Prepare for your fire inspection in advance by using the pre-inspection checklist [pdf]. Some important things to remember:

  • Correct any violations before the Fire Inspector arrives.
  • Identify any known fire hazards and take action to correct these hazards.
  • Gather all required documentation.
  • Schedule inspection of your fire protection systems and electrical system if you’ve missed regular maintenance inspections.
  • Make repairs of fire protection systems/electrical issues as needed.

Businesses and owners can also use the Fire Code Reference Manual [pdf] to ensure occupant safety and compliance with the National Fire Code – Alberta Edition (2019).

How do I create a Fire Safety Plan?

Please refer to the Fire Safety Plan Guide [pdf] and Template [pdf] to assist you with creating a site-specific fire safety plan for your business.

How do I book an inspection?

Contact Fire Services at 780-929-6185 or BFDinfo@beaumont.ab.ca.

Food truck inspections

As with any food service establishment, mobile cooking operations (food trucks) have open flames, hot equipment, electrical connections, cooking oils, propane, flammable liquids, cleaning chemicals, engine oil and combustible products which provide all the ingredients for a fire ready to spread out of control.

Food truck general requirements for Beaumont

  • Food trucks must comply with all requirements under the National Fire Code (Alberta Edition, 2019) and Safety Codes Act for Mobile Cooking Operations.
  • You must submit copies of inspection and maintenance reports from a qualified servicing agency within the last 12 months with your inspection application to confirm compliance.
  • If your food truck has received approval to operate in another municipality within the last 12 months, please submit copies of that compliance certification with your inspection application.

Steps to apply for food truck permits

  1. Review the Information Guide [pdf]: An information guide has been provided to assist you in completing your application and understanding your responsibility as a food truck owner/operator.
  2. Complete your permit application [pdf]
  3. Submit your application to BFDinfo@beaumont.ab.ca. A fire prevention officer will review your application and contact you within two business days with their decision.
    • If your application is not approved, you will be contacted with information on next steps.
    • If your application is approved, you will be contacted to schedule an in-person fire inspection.
  4. Pay your fees. The fee for fire inspections of food trucks is $85. Your inspection is valid for the calendar year.
  5. Complete your fire inspection. Email BFDinfo@beaumont.ab.ca and schedule a fire inspection to complete the process.
  6. Once you have passed your inspection and met all applicable criteria, you will be issued a certificate of inspection and sticker that must be attached to a visible location in your food truck.
Contact information

If you require any assistance in completing your application, please contact Beaumont Fire Services from Monday – Friday between 8:30 am and 4:30 pm at BFDinfo@beaumont.ab.ca or 780-929-6185.