According to the United States Fire Administration
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fire deaths per million people in New York State. Last year, fire killed more
Americans than all natural disasters combined. (Source; USFA: Fire Statistics
2007). The New York City Fire Department reports that the five boroughs of New
York City had over 28,000 fires last year.
Perhaps unsurprisingly, the vast majority of fire deaths occurred in
residences. Although there are many causes of home fires, this article will
discuss fire prevention in the home during renovation and/or repair by
contractors. In the ordinary course of work, construction companies routinely
use open flame, heat, and other sources of combustion that put buildings at risk
for fire. For example, metal gutters require welding. Roofing materials are
often heated, and covered with applications of hot tar.
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electrical equipment can ignite a building.
New York State, with a large population, many urban areas and a high
concentration of residential buildings, has strict regulations governing this
type of work. Section 26 of the Fire Code and Property Maintenance Code of New
York State (he Code?
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for the performance of what is known as ot work.?
The
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weldingnstallation of torch-applied roof systems or any other similar
situation.? Equipment used for ot work?includes lectric or gas welding or
cutting equipment.? A ot work area?is he area exposed to sparks, hot slag,
radiant heat or convective heat as a result of the hot work.?
As a first matter, the Code directs that the hot work area be kept clear of
scraps, debris and other combustible materials. Cans of flammable fluids, like
paint solvents or even fuel for equipment, should be removed if heat or flame is
to be used nearby. Before commencing hot work, a ot work check?or area
inspection must be performed carefully. A contractor is to ensure that exposed
surfaces in proximity to the hot work area are not combustible. If the surfaces
are exposed and combustible, they must be shielded. For example, oak beams
located
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material.
The installation of partitions to prevent the spread of heat, sparks or flame
from a hot work area to the rest of the building are also required.
The contractor must have personnel available to conduct a ire watch,?policing
the hot work area and adjacent structures for the outbreak of flames. The Code
is so strict on this point that a fire watch is required to continue or a
minimum of 30 minutes after the conclusion of the
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fire extinguishing equipment available at all times and to have received
training in its usage. Fire extinguishers must be kept within thirty feet of the
hot work area.
Homeowners and landlords should keep these mandated practices in mind the
next time contractors perform work on their properties. The safe performance of
work involving flame, heat or sparks is not just a matter of common sense, it is
the law. Make sure the contractors you hire are familiar with the Code. If you
live in a city, there may be local fire ordinances and regulations as well.
Always check to see that your contractor is licensed and insured, and has
received the necessary permits to perform the work at issue. Taking these basic
steps can ensure that the work at your home is done free of incident or property
damage.
Always make sure, too, that you as a homeowner carry the appropriate property
and casualty insurance coverage in the event that a contractor starts a fire. If
you
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contractor, you should consult with a New York premises liability attorney as
soon as possible. You may be entitled to compensation for injuries and property
damage.
