fire inspector

Building hazard checker

A fire inspector is a government official who examines buildings to ensure compliance with fire safety codes and regulations.

Fire inspectors check for proper exits, functioning sprinklers and alarms, safe storage of flammable materials, and other hazards: The fire inspector cited the restaurant for blocked emergency exits.

They may also investigate the causes of fires.

Related
  • arsonCriminal deliberate burning
  • smokeAirborne combustion byproduct
  • flamesVisible burning combustion
  • safetyFreedom from harm
  • codeSymbolic communication system

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role in fire safety system

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Emergency blaze responder

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relationship to fire hazards

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One who illegally ignites

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