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1. The fire extinguishers at my business are due for annual inspection, how do I get them inspected?

Fire extinguishers are required to be inspected annually by a certified fire extinguisher technician. See the link below for a list of technicians in our area.

Certified Fire Extinguisher Technicians

2. When is a Commercial Building Permit required?

A Commercial Building Permit is required if any of the following are being newly installed, changed or modified for any reason:

• Automatic Extinguishing Systems (Kitchen Hood Systems)
• Automatic Fire/Smoke Alarm Systems
• Cooking Exhaust Hood Systems
• Sprinklers, Fire Pumps and Standpipes
• Permanent or temporary Outdoor Tents
• Underground Fire Lines

Commercial Building Permit

3. I recently opened a new business in Liberty Township, do I need to contact the fire department?

Yes! The Liberty Township Fire Department is a principle stakeholder in the community, with the goal of keeping our businesses and residents as safe as possible. It is important to provide the fire department with contact information for your business, by filling out LTFD Business Contact Form and submitting it to the Fire Prevention Bureau.  The contact information can be used to contact business owners after hours in the event of an emergency. Maintaining an open dialogue between businesses and the fire department provides a safer environment for business owners, employees, and customers.

4. My smoke alarm is beeping every couple of minutes, can I call the fire department for help?

The Liberty Township Fire Department is happy to help any resident with a smoke alarm, carbon monoxide alarm, or other fire system issue. Before you call for assistance, make sure the smoke/carbon monoxide alarm has a new battery installed. Most of the time a new battery will fix your issue. If the issued continues, call 911 and explain to the operator that this is not an emergency and that you simply need assistance with your smoke/carbon monoxide alarm. Many people are hesitant to use 911 in non-emergency situations, the fire engine will not respond with lights and sirens in non-emergency situations, and it is the best way to get ensure that the correct station and truck are dispatched to your address. 

5. I have high ceilings in my house and cannot reach the smoke alarms to change the batteries, who can I call?

If you don’t have a ladder tall enough to reach your smoke alarms, or you are unable or uncomfortable climbing a ladder, we can help. The Liberty Township Fire Prevention Bureau is happy to change your batteries for you. You can contact us at 740-938-2027 to schedule a time for someone to assist you or fill out a Residential Smoke Alarm Assistance Request. 

6. I recently changed the locks on the doors at my business, who do I contact to update the key in the KnoxBox?

Contact the Liberty Township Fire Department Fire Prevention Bureau Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM

740-938-2027

Email Fire Prevention

7. My building has a sprinkler system, what are the maintenance requirements?

A properly maintained sprinkler system will provide years of worry free fire protection. Fire Sprinkler systems are regulated by the Ohio Fire Code and NPFA 13. The items listed below will keep your system in good shape and it will comply with the Ohio Fire Code and NFPA 13.

• Weekly/monthly inspection of gauges depending on system. (dry, pre-action, deluge and wet systems) (Building Owner or Tenant)
• 3-month inspection of alarm devices, hydraulic nameplate and fire department connections. (Building Owner or Tenant)
• 1-year inspection of buildings, hanger/seismic bracing, pipe, fittings and sprinklers.(Licensed Sprinkler Contractor)
• 1-year inspections and testing of control valves, alarm switches, gauges, backflow preventer, anti-freeze loops, fire department connections, and visible piping.(Licensed Sprinkler Contractor)
• 1-year inspection and trip test of dry, pre-action, and deluge systems.(Licensed Sprinkler Contractor)
• 5-year inspection of hoses, containers, and piping. (Licensed Sprinkler Contractor)
• 5-year standpipe testing. (including dry standpipe hydrostatic testing) (Licensed Sprinkler Contractor)
• 5-year internal pipe inspections & obstruction investigations. (Licensed Sprinkler Contractor)

8. I am a restaurant owner, how often is my kitchen hood suppression system required to be serviced?

If a fire is going to start, it’s likely to start in a kitchen. Yet many business owners let their kitchen facilities go under-protected from fire, leaving their employees, customers, and properties vulnerable. Proper maintenance of appliances and a clean kitchen will greatly decrease the risk of fire.

A kitchen hood suppression system is required by the Ohio Fire Code to be:

• Inspected every 6 months
• 6 month blow-out test (NFPA Required)
• 12 year hydrostatic test