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DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY
Division of Fire Prevention and Control
BUILDING AND FIRE CODE ADOPTION AND CERTIFICATION OF INSPECTORS FOR FIRE & LIFE
SAFETY PROGRAMS ADMINISTERED BY THE STATE OF COLORADO
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[Editor’s Notes follow the text of the rules at the end of this CCR Document.]
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APPLICABILITY
These rules and regulations apply to all buildings and life safety systems subject to the oversight of the
Colorado Department of Public Safety, Division of Fire Prevention and Control and persons conducting
Fire and Life Safety and Building Code plan reviews and inspections on behalf of the Division pursuant to
the provisions of Sections 44-30-515, 24-4-103, 24-33.5-2003 and 2008, C.R.S. and Title 24, Article 33.5,
Part 12.
ARTICLE 1 - AUTHORITY TO ADOPT RULES AND REGULATIONS
1.1
The Director of the Division of Fire Prevention and Control is authorized by the provisions of
Section 24-33.5-1203.5, C.R.S. to promulgate rules in order to carry out the duties of the Division
of Fire Prevention and Control.
1.2
Statutory Authority to Adopt Codes and Standards
1.2.1
Section 44-30-515, C.R.S. establishes the authority and duty of the Division of Fire
Prevention & Control to establish minimum safety standards for limited gaming
structures.
1.2.2
Section 24-33.5-1203.5(2), C.R.S. establishes the authority and duty of the Director of
the Division of Fire Prevention & Control to establish minimum codes and standards for
waste tire facilities.
1.2.3
Section 24-33.5-1212.5, C.R.S. establishes the authority and duty of the Director of the
Division of Fire Prevention & Control to establish minimum codes and standards for
health facility buildings or structures.
1.2.4
Sections 24-33.5-1213.3, 22-32-124, and 23-71-122, C.R.S. establish the authority and
duty of the Director of the Division of Fire Prevention & Control to establish minimum
codes and standards for public school buildings or structures.
1.2.5
Section 24-33.5-1206.3, C.R.S
ivision of Fire Prevention & Control to establish minimum codes and standards for
health facility buildings or structures.
1.2.4
Sections 24-33.5-1213.3, 22-32-124, and 23-71-122, C.R.S. establish the authority and
duty of the Director of the Division of Fire Prevention & Control to establish minimum
codes and standards for public school buildings or structures.
1.2.5
Section 24-33.5-1206.3, C.R.S. establishes the authority and duty of the Director of the
Division of Fire Prevention & Control to establish minimum codes and standards for the
design, installation, inspection, and testing of fire suppression systems in commercial and
residential structures.
1.2.6
Section 24-33.5-2004(7), C.R.S. establishes the authority and duty of the Director of the
Department of Public Safety to promulgate rules to implement the provision of part 20,
including the adoption of minimum standards for the discharge of fireworks, as required
by Section 24-33.5-2003, C.R.S.
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1.2.7
Section 24-33.5-2008, C.R.S. establishes the authority and duty of the Director of the
Division of Fire Prevention & Control to establish minimum codes and standards for the
storage of fireworks in an area where the governing body has not adopted a fire code.
1.3
Statutory Authority to Certify Inspectors
1.3.1
Section 24-33.5-1211, C.R.S. establishes the authority and duty of the Division to certify
persons to conduct Fire and Life Safety Code plan reviews and inspections on behalf of
the Division.
1.3.2
Section 24-33.5-1213.5, C.R.S. establishes the authority and duty of the Division to
certify persons to conduct Third-party Building Code inspections, hereafter referred to as
Delegated Building Inspectors, on behalf of the Division.
1.3.3
Section 24-33.5-1206.4, C.R.S
the Division to certify
persons to conduct Fire and Life Safety Code plan reviews and inspections on behalf of
the Division.
1.3.2
Section 24-33.5-1213.5, C.R.S. establishes the authority and duty of the Division to
certify persons to conduct Third-party Building Code inspections, hereafter referred to as
Delegated Building Inspectors, on behalf of the Division.
1.3.3
Section 24-33.5-1206.4, C.R.S. establishes the authority and duty of the Division to
certify a person to conduct fire suppression system inspections and plan reviews on
behalf of the Division.
ARTICLE 2 - DEFINITIONS
2.1
The definitions provided in Section 24-33.5-1202, C.R.S. apply to these rules. The following
additional definitions also apply:
“Authority Having Jurisdiction” or “AHJ” means the Division, Building Department, Fire Chief,
Fire Marshal, or other designated official of a county, municipality, special authority, or special
district that has code enforcement responsibilities and employs a building inspector or certified
fire inspector.
“Building Department” means the Building Department (or a contracted third party acting on
their behalf) of the Division, authority, county, town, city, or city and county.
“Business Entity” means any organization or enterprise and includes, but is not limited to, a
sole proprietor, an association, corporation, business trust, joint venture, limited liability company,
limited liability partnership, partnership or syndicate. For the purposes of these rules, the
Business Entity may elect to be represented by a designated representative through a written
delegation of authority.
“Certificate of Compliance” means an official document issued by applicable local building
and/or fire code Authority Having Jurisdiction and approved by the Division, stating that materials
and products meet specified standards, or that work was performed in compliance with approved
construction documents
to be represented by a designated representative through a written
delegation of authority.
“Certificate of Compliance” means an official document issued by applicable local building
and/or fire code Authority Having Jurisdiction and approved by the Division, stating that materials
and products meet specified standards, or that work was performed in compliance with approved
construction documents.
“Certificate of Occupancy” means an official document issued by the Authority Having
Jurisdiction which authorizes a building or structure to be used or occupied for a specified
purpose.
“Construction” means work that is not considered as maintenance or service and that requires
a permit as prescribed in the adopted codes and standards of the local Authority Having
Jurisdiction or the Division.
“C.R.S.” means Colorado Revised Statutes.
“Delegated Building Inspector” means building inspectors that have been certified by the
Division to perform delegated inspection services in accordance with Article 4.1 of these rules.
(Previously known as Third Party Inspectors.)
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“Department” means the Department of Public Safety.
“Designated Representative” means a person designated by the Business Entity to act on their
behalf through a written delegation of authority and is allowed to act in such manner as outlined in
these rules.
“Director” means the Director of the Division of Fire Prevention and Control.
“Division” means the Division of Fire Prevention and Control in the Department of Public Safety.
“Executive Director” means the Executive Director of the Colorado Department of Public
Safety.
“Fire Code Official” means the designated authority charged with the administration and
enforcement of the Fire Code.
“ICC” means the International Code Council.
“Individual” or “Person” means a person, including an owner, manager, officer, employee, or
individual
trol in the Department of Public Safety.
“Executive Director” means the Executive Director of the Colorado Department of Public
Safety.
“Fire Code Official” means the designated authority charged with the administration and
enforcement of the Fire Code.
“ICC” means the International Code Council.
“Individual” or “Person” means a person, including an owner, manager, officer, employee, or
individual.
“Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance Program” means a program conducted by the building
owner to satisfy the periodic inspection, testing, and maintenance requirements of fire protection
and life safety systems as required by applicable codes and standards.
“Installation” means the initial placement of equipment or the extension, modification, or
alteration of equipment after the initial placement.
“Maintenance” means to sustain in a condition of repair that will allow performance as originally
designed or intended. Maintenance does not include replacement of elements of a system which
alter the performance criteria of the system as approved by the Authority Having Jurisdiction.
“Maintenance and Complaint Inspections” means periodic inspections or inspections
conducted based on an allegation of nonconformance conducted by the local fire department or
the Division to verify conformance with the adopted codes, rules, and standards. Such
inspections are not to be considered to relieve the building owner of the responsibility to conduct
an inspection, testing, and maintenance program for fire protection and life safety systems as
required by the adopted codes, rules, and standards.
“NICET” means the National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies.
“NFPA” means the National Fire Protection Association.
“Qualified Fire Department” means a fire department that has Certified Fire Inspectors at the
appropriate level for the fire prevention-related task being performed and provides fire protection
service for the Business Entity’s buildings and structures
andards.
“NICET” means the National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies.
“NFPA” means the National Fire Protection Association.
“Qualified Fire Department” means a fire department that has Certified Fire Inspectors at the
appropriate level for the fire prevention-related task being performed and provides fire protection
service for the Business Entity’s buildings and structures.
“Service (Or Repair)” means to repair in order to return the system to operation as originally
designed or intended.
“Special Inspector” means individuals that have been certified by the Division to perform special
inspections services in accordance with Article 4.1 of these rules.
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“Temporary Certificate of Occupancy” means an official document issued by the Authority
Having Jurisdiction which authorizes a building or structure to be temporarily used or occupied for
a period not to exceed ninety (90) days, unless an extension has been granted by the Authority
Having Jurisdiction.
“Third-Party Inspector” means building inspectors that have been certified by the Division to
perform third party inspection services in accordance with Article 4.1 of this rule.
ARTICLE 3 - CODES, DOCUMENTS, AND STANDARDS INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE
3.1
The technical requirements of these rules are supported primarily by codes developed by the
International Code Council and the National Fire Protection Association. These two organizations are
membership associations dedicated to building safety and fire prevention. These rules establish minimum
requirements where the Division is the Authority Having Jurisdiction for building systems using
prescriptive and performance related provisions, which are widely used to construct residential and
commercial buildings. The appropriate portions of the adopted codes (particularly in relation to
classification of occupancy) will be applied as prescribed by the adopted codes themselves
stablish minimum
requirements where the Division is the Authority Having Jurisdiction for building systems using
prescriptive and performance related provisions, which are widely used to construct residential and
commercial buildings. The appropriate portions of the adopted codes (particularly in relation to
classification of occupancy) will be applied as prescribed by the adopted codes themselves. Where there
are differing provisions for new and existing construction, all new work taking place after July 1, 2021,
must meet the requirements for new construction, as amended by the provisions of IEBC and NFPA 101,
and subject to the restrictions of Section 3.4.2 of these rules.
3.2
The following codes and their referenced standards are adopted and promulgated as minimum
standards for the construction and maintenance of all property, buildings, and structures subject to the
oversight of the Colorado Department of Public Safety, Division of Fire Prevention and Control pursuant
to the provisions of Section 44-30-515, C.R.S. and C.R.S. Title 24 Article 33.5 Part 12.
3.2.1
The following Building Codes are adopted by these regulations. Wherever Division or
Department regulations refer to a Building Code, the following codes and standards will
be enforced by the Division where applicable:
Colorado Model Electric Ready and Solar Ready Code – 2023 Edition, First Printing:
June 1, 2023 (Copyright 2023 by Colorado Energy Office).
Colorado Wildfire Resiliency Code – 2025 Edition, First Printing: June 1, 2025 (Copyright
2025 by the Colorado Division of Fire Prevention & Control).
International Building Code - 2021 Edition, First Printing: October 2020 (Copyright 2020
by International Code Council, Inc. Washington D.C.).
International Mechanical Code - 2021 Edition, First Printing: March 2020 (Copyright 2020
by International Code Council, Inc. Washington D.C.).
International Energy Conservation Code - 2021 Edition, First Printing: January 2021
(Copyright 2021 by International Code Council, Inc.)
Code - 2021 Edition, First Printing: October 2020 (Copyright 2020
by International Code Council, Inc. Washington D.C.).
International Mechanical Code - 2021 Edition, First Printing: March 2020 (Copyright 2020
by International Code Council, Inc. Washington D.C.).
International Energy Conservation Code - 2021 Edition, First Printing: January 2021
(Copyright 2021 by International Code Council, Inc.).
International Existing Building Code - 2021 Edition, First Printing: December 2020
(Copyright 2020 by International Code Council, Inc.).
International Residential Code - 2021 Edition, First Printing: December 2020 (Copyright
2020 by the International Code Council, Inc. Washington, D.C.).
NFPA 170 Standard for Fire Safety and Emergency Symbols – 2021 Edition, First
Printing: October 2020 (Copyright 2020 by National Fire Protection Association). This
supersedes all references to NFPA 170 within the International Building Code.
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3.2.2
The following Fire Codes are adopted by these regulations. Wherever Division or
Department regulations refer to a Fire Code, the following codes and standards will be
enforced where applicable:
International Fire Code - 2021 Edition, First Printing: October 2020 (Copyright 2020 by
the International Code Council, Inc. Washington, D.C.).
NFPA 3 Standard for Commissioning of Fire Protection and Life Safety Systems - 2021
Edition (Copyright 2020 by National Fire Protection Association Inc.).
NFPA 4 Standard for Integrated Fire Protection and Life Safety System Testing - 2021
Edition (Copyright 2020 by National Fire Protection Association Inc.).
NFPA 99 Health Care Facilities Code – 2012 Edition, Fourth Printing: April 2013
(Copyright 2011 by National Fire Protection Association). This supersedes all references
to NFPA 99 within the International Fire Code
Protection Association Inc.).
NFPA 4 Standard for Integrated Fire Protection and Life Safety System Testing - 2021
Edition (Copyright 2020 by National Fire Protection Association Inc.).
NFPA 99 Health Care Facilities Code – 2012 Edition, Fourth Printing: April 2013
(Copyright 2011 by National Fire Protection Association). This supersedes all references
to NFPA 99 within the International Fire Code.
NFPA 170 Standard for Fire Safety and Emergency Symbols – 2021 Edition, First
Printing: October 2020 (Copyright 2020 by National Fire Protection Association). This
supersedes all references to NFPA 170 within the International Fire Code.
3.2.3
The following Life Safety and Health Facility Construction Codes and Standards are
adopted by these regulations. Wherever Division regulations refer to a Life Safety Code,
the following codes, standards, and guidelines will be enforced where applicable:
NFPA 101 Life Safety Code – 2012 Edition, First Printing: September 2011 (Copyright
2011 by National Fire Protection Association).
NFPA 101A Guide on Alternative Approaches to Life Safety – 2013 Edition, First Printing:
June 2013 (Copyright 2013 by National Fire Protection Association).
NFPA 99 Health Care Facilities Code – 2012 Edition, Fourth Printing: April 2013
(Copyright 2011 by National Fire Protection Association).
NFPA 3 Standard for Commissioning of Fire Protection and Life Safety Systems - 2015
Edition (Copyright 2015 by National Fire Protection Association Inc.).
NFPA 4 Standard for Integrated Fire Protection and Life Safety System Testing - 2015
Edition (Copyright 2015 by National Fire Protection Association Inc.).
NFPA 170 Standard for Fire Safety and Emergency Symbols – 2021 Edition, First
Printing: October 2020 (Copyright 2020 by National Fire Protection Association). This
supersedes all references to NFPA 170 within the Life Safety Code
ciation Inc.).
NFPA 4 Standard for Integrated Fire Protection and Life Safety System Testing - 2015
Edition (Copyright 2015 by National Fire Protection Association Inc.).
NFPA 170 Standard for Fire Safety and Emergency Symbols – 2021 Edition, First
Printing: October 2020 (Copyright 2020 by National Fire Protection Association). This
supersedes all references to NFPA 170 within the Life Safety Code.
3.2.4
The following standards are adopted by the Division for the design, installation, and
maintenance of Fire Suppression Systems within the State of Colorado:
NFPA 3 Standard for Commissioning of Fire Protection and Life Safety Systems - 2021
Edition (Copyright 2020 by National Fire Protection Association Inc.).
NFPA 4 Standard for Integrated Fire Protection and Life Safety System Testing - 2021
Edition (Copyright 2020 by National Fire Protection Association Inc.).
NFPA 11 Standard for Low, Medium, and High Expansion Foam - 2016 Edition
(Copyright 2015 by National Fire Protection Association Inc.).
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NFPA 12 Standard for the Installation of Carbon Dioxide Extinguishing Systems - 2018
Edition (Copyright 2017 by National Fire Protection Association Inc.).
NFPA 12A Standard for the Installation of Halon 1301 Fire Extinguishing Systems - 2018
Edition (Copyright 2017 by National Fire Protection Association Inc.).
NFPA 13 Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems - 2019 Edition, (Copyright
2018 by National Fire Protection Association Inc.).
NFPA 13D Installation of Sprinkler Systems in One- and Two-Family Dwellings and
Manufactured Homes - 2019 Edition (Copyright 2018 by National Fire Protection
Association Inc.).
NFPA 13R Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems in Low-Rise Residential
Occupancies - 2019 Edition (Copyright 2018 by National Fire Protection Association Inc.).
NFPA 14 Standard for the Installation of Standpipe and Hose Systems - 2019 Edition
(Copyright 2018 by National Fire Protection Association Inc.)
mes - 2019 Edition (Copyright 2018 by National Fire Protection
Association Inc.).
NFPA 13R Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems in Low-Rise Residential
Occupancies - 2019 Edition (Copyright 2018 by National Fire Protection Association Inc.).
NFPA 14 Standard for the Installation of Standpipe and Hose Systems - 2019 Edition
(Copyright 2018 by National Fire Protection Association Inc.).
NFPA 15 Standard for Water Spray Fixed Systems for Fire Protection - 2017 Edition
(Copyright 2016 by National Fire Protection Association Inc.).
NFPA 16 Standard for the Installation of Foam-Water Sprinkler and Foam-Water Spray
Systems - 2019 Edition (Copyright 2018 by National Fire Protection Association Inc.).
NFPA 17 Standard for Dry Chemical Extinguishing Systems - 2021 Edition (Copyright
2020 by National Fire Protection Association Inc.).
NFPA 17A Standard for Wet Chemical Extinguishing Systems - 2021 Edition (Copyright
2020 by National Fire Protection Association Inc.).
NFPA 18 Standard for Wetting Agents - 2021 Edition (Copyright 2020 by National Fire
Protection Association Inc.).
NFPA 18A Standard for Water Additives for Fire Control and Vapor Mitigation - 2017
Edition (Copyright 2016 by National Fire Protection Association Inc.).
NFPA 20 Standard for the Installation of Stationary Pumps for Fire Protection - 2019
Edition (Copyright 2018 by National Fire Protection Association Inc.).
NFPA 22 Standard for Water Tanks for Private Fire Protection - 2018 Edition (Copyright
2017 by National Fire Protection Association Inc.).
NFPA 24 Standard for the Installation of Private Fire Service Mains and Their
Appurtenances - 2019 Edition (Copyright 2018 by National Fire Protection Association
Inc.).
NFPA 25 Standard for the Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance of Water Based Fire
Protection Systems - 2020 Edition (Copyright 2019 by National Fire Protection
Association Inc.).
A.
In the Division’s adoption of NFPA 25 (2020 edition), Section 5.3.4.4 is deleted in
its entirety and replaced with the following:
urtenances - 2019 Edition (Copyright 2018 by National Fire Protection Association
Inc.).
NFPA 25 Standard for the Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance of Water Based Fire
Protection Systems - 2020 Edition (Copyright 2019 by National Fire Protection
Association Inc.).
A.
In the Division’s adoption of NFPA 25 (2020 edition), Section 5.3.4.4 is deleted in
its entirety and replaced with the following:
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5.3.4.4
Except as permitted by 5.3.4.4.1 and 5.3.4.4.3, all antifreeze systems shall utilize
listed antifreeze solutions.
5.3.4.4.1*
For systems installed prior to September 30, 2012, listed antifreeze solutions
shall not be required where one of the following conditions is met:
(1)*
The concentration of the antifreeze solution shall be limited to 30 percent
factory premixed propylene glycol by volume or 38 percent factory
premixed glycerine by volume.
(2)*
Antifreeze systems with concentrations in excess of 30 percent but not
more than 40 percent factory premixed propylene glycol by volume and
38 percent but not more than 50 percent factory premixed glycerine by
volume shall be permitted based upon an approved deterministic risk
assessment prepared by a qualified person approved by the authority
having jurisdiction.
5.3.4.4.2
Newly introduced solutions shall be factory premixed antifreeze solutions
(chemically pure or United States Pharmacopeia 96.5 percent).
5.3.4.4.3
Premixed antifreeze solutions of propylene glycol exceeding 30 percent
concentration by volume shall be permitted for use with ESFR sprinklers where
the ESFR sprinklers are listed for such use in a specific application.
NFPA 72 National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code - 2019 Edition (Copyright 2018 by
National Fire Protection Association Inc.)
e or United States Pharmacopeia 96.5 percent).
5.3.4.4.3
Premixed antifreeze solutions of propylene glycol exceeding 30 percent
concentration by volume shall be permitted for use with ESFR sprinklers where
the ESFR sprinklers are listed for such use in a specific application.
NFPA 72 National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code - 2019 Edition (Copyright 2018 by
National Fire Protection Association Inc.). (The documentation requirements of Sections
7.3, 7.4, 7.5, and 7.8 are hereby also adopted as part of these rules.)
NFPA 170 Standard for Fire Safety and Emergency Symbols – 2021 Edition, First
Printing: October 2020 (Copyright 2020 by National Fire Protection Association).
NFPA 291: Recommended Practice for Fire Flow Testing and Marking of Hydrants - 2019
Edition (Copyright 2018 by National Fire Protection Association Inc.).
NFPA 409 Standard on Aircraft Hangars - 2016 Edition (Copyright 2015 by National Fire
Protection Association Inc.).
NFPA 418 Standard for Heliports - 2021 Edition (Copyright 2020 by National Fire
Protection Association Inc.).
NFPA 423 Standard for Construction and Protection of Aircraft Engine Test Facilities -
2016 Edition (Copyright 2014 by National Fire Protection Association Inc.).
NFPA 750 Standard on Water Mist Fire Protection Systems - 2019 Edition (Copyright
2018 by National Fire Protection Association Inc.).
NFPA 770 Standard on Hybrid (Water and Inert Gas) Fire-Extinguishing Systems - 2021
Edition (Copyright 2020 by National Fire Protection Association Inc.).
NFPA 1142 Standard on Water Supplies for Suburban and Rural Firefighting - 2017
Edition (Copyright 2016 by National Fire Protection Association Inc.).
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on Inc.).
NFPA 770 Standard on Hybrid (Water and Inert Gas) Fire-Extinguishing Systems - 2021
Edition (Copyright 2020 by National Fire Protection Association Inc.).
NFPA 1142 Standard on Water Supplies for Suburban and Rural Firefighting - 2017
Edition (Copyright 2016 by National Fire Protection Association Inc.).
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NFPA 2001 Standard on Clean Agent Fire Extinguishing Systems - 2018 Edition
(Copyright 2017 by National Fire Protection Association Inc.).
NFPA 2010 Standard for Fixed Aerosol Fire-Extinguishing Systems - 2020 Edition
(Copyright 2019 by National Fire Protection Association Inc.).
3.2.5
The following Codes and Standards are adopted by these regulations. Wherever Division
or Department regulations refer to a Code or Standard for persons dealing with fireworks,
the following codes and standards will be enforced where applicable:
49 C.F.R. Part 173 as of July 1st, 2021; U.S. Department of Transportation.
NFPA 160 Standard for the Use of Flame Effects Before an Audience - 2021 Edition,
First Printing: October 2020 (Copyright 2020 by National Fire Protection Association).
NFPA 170 Standard for Fire Safety and Emergency Symbols – 2021 Edition, First
Printing: October 2020 (Copyright 2020 by National Fire Protection Association).
NFPA 1123, Code for Fireworks Display - 2018 Edition (Copyright 2017 by National Fire
Protection Association Inc.).
NFPA 1124, Code for the Manufacture, Transportation, and Storage, and Retail Sales of
Fireworks and Pyrotechnic Articles - 2013 Edition, Printing: August 2012 (Copyright 2012
by National Fire Protection Association – Quincy, MA).
NFPA 1126, Code for the Use of Pyrotechnics Before a Proximate Audience - 2021
Edition (Copyright 2019 by National Fire Protection Association Inc.).
3.2.6
The following Codes and Standards are adopted by these regulations
and Storage, and Retail Sales of
Fireworks and Pyrotechnic Articles - 2013 Edition, Printing: August 2012 (Copyright 2012
by National Fire Protection Association – Quincy, MA).
NFPA 1126, Code for the Use of Pyrotechnics Before a Proximate Audience - 2021
Edition (Copyright 2019 by National Fire Protection Association Inc.).
3.2.6
The following Codes and Standards are adopted by these regulations.
Wherever Division or Department regulations refer to Standards for Persons Performing
Fire Inspections or Fire Plan Examinations, the following codes and standards will be
enforced where applicable:
NFPA 1031, Standard for Professional Qualifications for Fire Inspector and Plan
Examiner, 2014 Edition (Copyright 2013 by National Fire Protection Association Inc.).
3.2.7
The following Code is adopted by these regulations. The following Code is adopted for
fire safety and prevention related to the operation of Mobile Food Establishments, as
defined in Section 29-11.6-102 (6), C.R.S., for use by a local government in the local
government’s establishment or adoption of a Fire Code:
International Fire Code - 2024 Edition, First Printing: October 2023 (Copyright 2023 by
the International Code Council, Inc. Washington, D.C.).
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3.3
The Division will maintain electronic copies of the complete texts of the adopted codes and
standards, which are available for public inspection during regular business hours. Interested
parties may inspect the referenced incorporated materials and/or obtain certified copies of the
adopted codes for a reasonable fee by contacting the Fire and Life Safety Section Chief at the
Division, 1697 Cole Blvd, Suite 200, Lakewood, CO 80401, and/or the Colorado State
Publications Depository Libraries
andards, which are available for public inspection during regular business hours. Interested
parties may inspect the referenced incorporated materials and/or obtain certified copies of the
adopted codes for a reasonable fee by contacting the Fire and Life Safety Section Chief at the
Division, 1697 Cole Blvd, Suite 200, Lakewood, CO 80401, and/or the Colorado State
Publications Depository Libraries. Copies of the adopted codes and standards are available
directly from the organization originally issuing the codes and standards: the Colorado Energy
Office at 303-866-2100; the International Code Council, Inc., through the International Code
Council, Inc., through the International Code Council Regional Office Bookstores, at 888-ICC-
SAFE; the National Fire Protection Association at 800-344-3555; and the U.S. Department of
Transportation rules, available via the Electronic Code of Federal Regulations.
3.4
In the event that a new edition of a code or standard is adopted, the code or standard current at
the time of permit application will remain in effect through the work authorized by the permit.
3.4.1
This rule does not include later amendments or editions of the incorporated material.
3.4.2
In conjunction with Section 44-30-515(1)(a), C.R.S., no retroactive provisions of the
adopted codes shall apply to any structure licensed for limited gaming and operating prior
to July 1, 2011. In these cases, the construction provisions of the adopted building codes
shall only apply to new construction or remodeling work taking place after July 1, 2011.
3.5
All electrical work shall be conducted, inspected, and approved in accordance with the provisions
of the State of Colorado’s Electrical Board’s rules and regulations.
3.6
All plumbing work shall be conducted, inspected, and approved in accordance with the provisions
of the State of Colorado’s Examining Board of Plumber’s rules and regulations
or remodeling work taking place after July 1, 2011.
3.5
All electrical work shall be conducted, inspected, and approved in accordance with the provisions
of the State of Colorado’s Electrical Board’s rules and regulations.
3.6
All plumbing work shall be conducted, inspected, and approved in accordance with the provisions
of the State of Colorado’s Examining Board of Plumber’s rules and regulations.
ARTICLE 4 - BUILDING CODE AND FIRE CODE & SUPPRESSION SYSTEMS INSPECTOR
QUALIFICATION
4.1
Division, Special, and Delegated Building Code Inspectors
4.1.1
Wherever Division regulations refer to Division, Special, and Delegated Building
Inspectors, they must be qualified as Delegated or Special Inspectors in accordance with
this Article 4.1.
4.1.2
Applicants seeking initial or renewal of Building Code Inspector certification must have
the following minimum qualifications:
A.
Delegated Building Inspector:
1.
Hold current appropriate building inspector qualifications from ICC or
other similar national organization (acceptable to the Division) and have
demonstrated education, training, and experience; or
2.
Have at least five (5) years of demonstrated education, training, and
experience in commercial building inspections and receive national
certification within one (1) year after the date of qualification. Qualified
applicants that have at least five (5) years of demonstrated education,
training, and experience in appropriate building inspections will be issued
certifications for one (1) year. Certification renewal will be contingent on
the applicant obtaining commercial building inspector certification from
ICC or other similar national organization (acceptable to the Division)
prior to the expiration date of the applicant's inspector certification.
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certifications for one (1) year. Certification renewal will be contingent on
the applicant obtaining commercial building inspector certification from
ICC or other similar national organization (acceptable to the Division)
prior to the expiration date of the applicant's inspector certification.
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B.
Special Inspector:
1.
Provide documentation of qualifications in conformance with the
requirements of the code adopted by the Division.
4.1.3
Duties of Delegated Building Inspectors
A.
Delegated Building Inspectors contracted by the Business Entity shall conduct
the required inspections and require corrections or modifications as necessary to
ensure that a building or structure is constructed in conformity with the Building
Code adopted by the Division.
B.
Delegated Building Inspectors contracted by the Business Entity shall enforce
only the codes adopted by the Division.
C.
The Business Entity shall only use inspectors that are qualified by the Division to
work on Health Facility or School projects. The Division shall be notified
electronically in writing by the Business Entity of their selection of Delegated
Building Inspectors and which inspections they will be conducting on behalf of
the Division.
D.
Delegated Building Inspectors contracted by the Business Entity shall cause
copies of their inspection reports to be sent to the Division.
E.
If all inspections are not completed but a building requires immediate occupancy,
and if the Business Entity has passed the appropriate inspections that indicate
there are no life safety issues, the qualified Delegated Building Inspectors
contracted by the Business Entity shall notify the Division of the same. Upon
receipt of this notice and review of the circumstances to ensure the safety of the
temporary occupancy, the Division may issue a Temporary Certificate of
Occupancy to allow the Business Entity to occupy the buildings and structures.
F
t indicate
there are no life safety issues, the qualified Delegated Building Inspectors
contracted by the Business Entity shall notify the Division of the same. Upon
receipt of this notice and review of the circumstances to ensure the safety of the
temporary occupancy, the Division may issue a Temporary Certificate of
Occupancy to allow the Business Entity to occupy the buildings and structures.
F.
Limitations /Permissible Activities
1.
A Delegated Building Inspector may not also be a registered contractor.
2.
A Delegated Building Inspector may not work directly for, or contract
with, a registered contractor or contractor for the provision of inspection
services.
3.
A Delegated Building Inspector may not work directly for, or contract
with, a registered Design Professional whose company has been
involved in the design or layout of the project.
4.
A Delegated Building Inspector shall contract directly, or through their
employer, with the affected School Board for the provision of inspection
services.
4.1.4
Duties of Special Inspectors
A.
Special Inspectors contracted by the Business Entity shall conduct the required
special inspections as outlined in the currently adopted building code and as
required by the Statement of Special Inspections received from the Registered
Design Professional in responsible charge or the Registered Engineer of Record.
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Special Inspectors contracted by the Business Entity shall conduct the required
special inspections as outlined in the currently adopted building code and as
required by the Statement of Special Inspections received from the Registered
Design Professional in responsible charge or the Registered Engineer of Record.
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B.
Special Inspectors contracted by the Business Entity shall enforce only the codes
adopted by the Division.
C.
The Business Entity shall only use Special Inspectors that are qualified by the
Division for the specific special inspections as required by the Statement of
Special Inspections received from the Registered Design Professional in
responsible charge or the Registered Engineer of Record to work on School
projects.
D.
Special Inspectors contracted by the Business Entity shall cause copies of their
inspection reports to be sent to the Division.
E.
Limitations/Permissible Activities
1.
A Special Inspector must be qualified in accordance with the codes
adopted by the Division.
2.
A Special Inspector may not work directly for, or contract with, a
registered contractor or contractor for the provision of inspection
services.
3.
A Special Inspector may work directly for the registered design
professional in responsible charge and/or the engineer of record
provided they are qualified as a special inspector in accordance with the
codes adopted by the Division.
4.
A Special Inspector shall contract directly, or through their employer, with
the affected School Board for the provision of inspection services.
4.1.5
General Requirements for all Delegated Building and Special Inspector Certifications
A.
An inspector must apply for certification in a format provided by the Division.
Application instructions are available on the Division’s website; from the
Division’s offices at 1697 Cole Blvd, Suite 200, Lakewood, CO 80401; or by
telephone at 303-239-4100.
B
Board for the provision of inspection services.
4.1.5
General Requirements for all Delegated Building and Special Inspector Certifications
A.
An inspector must apply for certification in a format provided by the Division.
Application instructions are available on the Division’s website; from the
Division’s offices at 1697 Cole Blvd, Suite 200, Lakewood, CO 80401; or by
telephone at 303-239-4100.
B.
The applicant must submit the completed application along with the registration
fee and all required supporting documentation prior to action by the Division. No
cash payments will be accepted.
4.1.6
Duration of Certification
A.
Delegated Building and Special Inspector Certifications are valid for a period of
three (3) years from the date of issuance, unless earlier suspended or revoked.
4.1.7
Certification Renewal
A.
Renewal of certification is the responsibility of the certified individual.
B.
Delegated Building Inspector Certification renewal requires the renewal of the
national certification outlined in Article 4.1.2 of these rules. Submit proof of
national certification renewal with the renewal application.
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C.
Special Inspector Certification renewal requires documentation verifying
continued experience and/or training in the special inspection disciplines applied
for.
D.
Applications for renewal shall be submitted no more than thirty (30) days prior to
expiration. A grace period for renewal may be extended for up to thirty (30) days
after expiration, after which a late application fee will be assessed.
E.
All applicants shall have no longer than thirty (30) days from the original submittal
to correct deficiencies in their application including missing materials or fees.
Applications older than thirty (30) days with deficiencies will be considered
vacated applications and the fees surrendered.
F.
Applicants submitting more than sixty (60) days after expiration shall submit all
documentation required of a new applicant
l have no longer than thirty (30) days from the original submittal
to correct deficiencies in their application including missing materials or fees.
Applications older than thirty (30) days with deficiencies will be considered
vacated applications and the fees surrendered.
F.
Applicants submitting more than sixty (60) days after expiration shall submit all
documentation required of a new applicant.
4.1.8
Denial, Revocation, Suspension, Annulment, Limitation or Modification of Certification
A.
Denial of Certification
1.
The Division, in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act,
Section 24-4-101, et seq., C.R.S., may deny any certificate or refuse to
renew a certificate to any applicant for, but not limited to, the following
reasons:
a.
Failure to meet requirements specified in these rules pertaining
to the issuance of certificates and/or the renewal of certification.
b.
Any conduct as described in Article 4.1.8.B.2 of these rules
pertaining to good cause for disciplinary action.
c.
Fraud, misrepresentation, or deception in applying for or
securing certification, or in taking any written certification
examination.
d.
Aiding and abetting another person in procuring or attempting to
procure certification for any person who is not eligible for
certification.
B.
Revocation, Suspension, or Limitation of Certification
1.
Any certification issued by the Division may be suspended, summarily
suspended, revoked, or limited for good cause in accordance with the
Administrative Procedure Act, Section 24-4-101, et seq., C.R.S.
2.
Good cause for disciplinary sanctions listed in this Article of these rules
(denial, revocation, suspension, annulment, limitation, or modification of
certification) shall include, but not be limited to:
a.
Evidence that the minimum standards for certification set forth in
these rules have not been met.
b.
Material misstatement or misrepresentation on the application for
certification.
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(denial, revocation, suspension, annulment, limitation, or modification of
certification) shall include, but not be limited to:
a.
Evidence that the minimum standards for certification set forth in
these rules have not been met.
b.
Material misstatement or misrepresentation on the application for
certification.
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c.
Proof of unfitness.
d.
Proof of individual's failure to meet, and continue to meet,
performance standards at the level certified.
e.
Obtaining or attempting to obtain certification or recertification by
fraud, misrepresentation, deception, or subterfuge.
f.
Materially altering any Division certificate or using and/or
possessing any such altered certificate.
g.
Unlawfully discriminating in the provisions of services based
upon protected class, including national origin, race, color, creed,
religion, sex (including gender identity, gender expression, and
sexual orientation), age, disability, ancestry, and/or marital
status.
h.
Representing qualifications at any level above the person's
current certification level.
i.
Failure to pay required fees for certification.
C.
If the Division finds that grounds exist for the denial, revocation, suspension,
annulment, limitation, or modification of certification of any applicant, action shall
be taken according to the provisions of the Colorado Administrative Procedure
Act, Section 24-4-101, et seq., C.R.S.
D.
Upon the denial, revocation, suspension, annulment, limitation, or modification of
any applicant, all certificates, cards, patches or other identification issued by the
Division for said certification and accreditation levels shall be returned to the
Division
licant, action shall
be taken according to the provisions of the Colorado Administrative Procedure
Act, Section 24-4-101, et seq., C.R.S.
D.
Upon the denial, revocation, suspension, annulment, limitation, or modification of
any applicant, all certificates, cards, patches or other identification issued by the
Division for said certification and accreditation levels shall be returned to the
Division.
4.2
Fire & Suppression Systems Inspector Qualification
4.2.1
Wherever Division regulations state that Fire Inspectors performing construction plan
review and inspections must be “Certified Fire Inspectors” or “Certified Fire Suppression
Systems Inspector” as defined in Sections 24-33.5-1202 (2.5) and (3), C.R.S., the
following shall apply.
4.2.2
General Requirements for all Fire Inspector Certifications
A.
An inspector must apply for certification in a format provided by the Division.
Application instructions are available on the Division’s website; from the
Division’s offices at 1697 Cole Blvd., Suite 200, Lakewood, CO 80401; or by
telephone at 303-239-4100.
B.
The applicant must submit the completed application along with the registration
fee and all required supporting documentation prior to action by the Division. No
cash payments will be accepted.
C.
The application must be accompanied by a letter from the agency's chief
executive or code official responsible for inspection and plan review attesting for
every jurisdiction for which they are providing inspection or plan review services:
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cash payments will be accepted.
C.
The application must be accompanied by a letter from the agency's chief
executive or code official responsible for inspection and plan review attesting for
every jurisdiction for which they are providing inspection or plan review services:
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1.
That the individual is currently employed by, volunteers with or is
contracted by a county, municipality, special district, or state agency that
has fire inspection, plan review, and enforcement responsibility;
2.
That the agency is responsible for such enforcement in their jurisdiction;
3.
That the individual has the responsibility to conduct fire plan reviews
and/or inspections on behalf of the jurisdiction; and
4.
That the individual meets the qualifications (knowledge, skills and ability)
to conduct fire plan reviews and/or inspections.
D.
The applicant must provide evidence of certification, education and/or training
directly related to plan review and/or inspections appropriate for the certification
being sought, to include topics relevant to Fire Suppression Systems. Courses
must be taught by recognized organizations or institutions including (acceptable
to the Division), but not limited to:
1.
Regionally accredited post-secondary institutions
2.
National Fire Protection Association
3.
International Code Council
4.
National Fire Academy
5.
American Fire Sprinkler Association
6.
National Fire Sprinkler Association
7.
Sprinkler Fitters Local 669, Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee
8.
IFMA Fire Protection Institution
9.
State chapters of organizations or institutions listed above
E.
For applicants seeking reciprocity, submit evidence of current and valid
certification from another state or jurisdiction that is determined by the Division to
be at least equivalent to the requirements stated herein.
F.
Limitations /Permissible Activities
1
Apprenticeship and Training Committee
8.
IFMA Fire Protection Institution
9.
State chapters of organizations or institutions listed above
E.
For applicants seeking reciprocity, submit evidence of current and valid
certification from another state or jurisdiction that is determined by the Division to
be at least equivalent to the requirements stated herein.
F.
Limitations /Permissible Activities
1.
A Certified Fire Inspector may not also be a registered contractor.
2.
A Certified Fire Inspector may not work directly for, or contract with, a
registered contractor, contractor, or building owner for the provision of
inspection services.
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3.
A Certified Fire Inspector may contract directly, or through their
employer, with one or more municipalities, counties, fire protection
districts or other local AHJs for the provision of inspection services. In
such cases where the inspector is performing inspection or plan review
services for multiple jurisdictions, the agency letter defined in Section
4.2.2.C of these rules shall be provided to the Division for all jurisdictions
where services are to be provided within fourteen (14) days of the
assumption of said duties.
4.2.3
There are three (3) levels of qualification for Fire Inspectors. Inspectors must be qualified
to the appropriate level defined in Sections A through C of this Article for the task
performed.
A.
FIRE INSPECTOR I - In order to become qualified as Fire Inspector I, which
qualifies the individual to conduct maintenance inspections, as well as
inspections of Mobile Food Establishments, as defined in Section 29-11.6-102
3) levels of qualification for Fire Inspectors. Inspectors must be qualified
to the appropriate level defined in Sections A through C of this Article for the task
performed.
A.
FIRE INSPECTOR I - In order to become qualified as Fire Inspector I, which
qualifies the individual to conduct maintenance inspections, as well as
inspections of Mobile Food Establishments, as defined in Section 29-11.6-102
(6), C.R.S., a person must meet at least one (1) of the following criteria:
1.
Possess current and valid inspector qualification(s) issued by a nationally
recognized organization (acceptable to the Division), which includes
demonstrated knowledge in fire protection and life safety systems, plan
review and inspection. The following qualifications are approved:
a.
ICC Fire Inspector I
b.
NFPA Fire Inspector I; or
2.
Submit documentation to the Division to demonstrate that they have the
requisite skills and knowledge specified in NFPA 1031 – Standard for
Professional Qualifications for Fire Inspector and Plans Examiner for Fire
Inspector I, including education, training and experience. The following
list identifies examples of education, training, and experience that may
be considered as equivalent to the requisite skills and knowledge for Fire
Inspector I. This list should not be considered all-inclusive.
a.
Current Colorado license as a registered professional engineer
specializing in fire protection.
b.
Submit evidence of current and valid qualification in another
state, which is determined by the Division to be at least
equivalent to the requirements listed herein.
B.
FIRE INSPECTOR II - In order to become qualified as Fire Inspector II, which, in
addition to maintenance inspections, also qualifies the individual to conduct
construction inspections, a person must meet at least one (1) of the following
criteria:
1
current and valid qualification in another
state, which is determined by the Division to be at least
equivalent to the requirements listed herein.
B.
FIRE INSPECTOR II - In order to become qualified as Fire Inspector II, which, in
addition to maintenance inspections, also qualifies the individual to conduct
construction inspections, a person must meet at least one (1) of the following
criteria:
1.
Possess current and valid inspector qualification(s) issued by a nationally
recognized organization (acceptable to the Division), which includes
demonstrated knowledge in fire protection and life safety systems, plan
review and inspection. The following qualifications are approved:
a.
ICC Fire Inspector II
b.
NFPA Fire Inspector II; or
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2.
Submit documentation to the Division to demonstrate that they have the
requisite skills and knowledge specified in NFPA 1031 – Standard for
Professional Qualifications for Fire Inspector and Plans Examiner for Fire
Inspector II including education, training, and experience. The following
list identifies examples of education, training, and experience that may
be considered as equivalent to the requisite skills and knowledge for Fire
Inspector II. This list should not be considered all-inclusive.
a.
Current Colorado license as a registered professional engineer
specializing in fire protection.
b.
Submit evidence of current and valid qualification in another
state, which is determined by the Division to be at least
equivalent to the requirements listed herein.
C.
FIRE INSPECTOR III – PLANS EXAMINER - In order to become qualified as
Fire Inspector III – Plans Examiner, which, in addition to maintenance and
construction inspections, also qualifies the individual to conduct plan reviews, a
person must meet at least one (1) of the following criteria:
1
er
state, which is determined by the Division to be at least
equivalent to the requirements listed herein.
C.
FIRE INSPECTOR III – PLANS EXAMINER - In order to become qualified as
Fire Inspector III – Plans Examiner, which, in addition to maintenance and
construction inspections, also qualifies the individual to conduct plan reviews, a
person must meet at least one (1) of the following criteria:
1.
Possess current and valid inspector qualification(s) issued by a nationally
recognized organization, which includes demonstrated knowledge in fire
protection and life safety systems, plan review and inspection. The
following qualifications are approved:
a.
ICC Fire Inspector II and ICC Fire Plans Examiner
b.
ICC Fire Inspector II and ICC Building Plans Examiner
c.
NFPA Fire Inspector II and NFPA Plans Examiner; or
2.
Submit documentation to the Division to demonstrate that they have the
requisite skills and knowledge specified in NFPA 1031 – Standard for
Professional Qualifications for Fire Inspector and Plans Examiner for Fire
Inspector II and for Fire Plans Examiner II, including education, training,
and experience. The following list identifies examples of education,
training, and experience that may be considered as equivalent to the
requisite skills and knowledge for Fire Inspector III. This list should not
be considered all-inclusive.
a.
A combination of five (5) years of education and work experience
in fire protection and/or code enforcement is required. Education
must be an associate degree or above in Fire Science, Fire
Prevention, Fire Protection Engineering or other Division
approved related major. Work experience must be specifically in
fire prevention, fire protection, code enforcement, or inspection.
b.
Current Colorado license as a registered professional engineer
specializing in fire protection.
c.
Submit evidence of current and valid qualification in another
state, which is determined by the Division to be at least
equivalent to the requirements listed herein.
4.2.4
Duration of Certification
xperience must be specifically in
fire prevention, fire protection, code enforcement, or inspection.
b.
Current Colorado license as a registered professional engineer
specializing in fire protection.
c.
Submit evidence of current and valid qualification in another
state, which is determined by the Division to be at least
equivalent to the requirements listed herein.
4.2.4
Duration of Certification
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A.
Fire Inspector Certifications are valid for a period of three (3) years from the date
of issuance, unless earlier suspended or revoked.
B.
Certified Fire Inspectors who are separated from employment may not perform
plan review or inspection services unless they become employed by a new
agency and provide a letter pursuant to Article 4.2.2.C of these rules.
4.2.5
Certification Renewal
A.
Renewal of certification is the responsibility of the certified individual. An
individual who was certified as a Fire Suppression Systems Inspector or a Fire
Suppression Systems Inspector-Plan Reviewer prior to April 1, 2019, may
perform all of the responsibilities of a Fire Suppression Systems Inspector or a
Fire Suppression Systems Inspector-Plan Reviewer until the certification is
expired. Upon application for renewal, the individual will need to apply to be
certified as a Fire Inspector II or Fire Inspector III-Plans Examiner, whichever is
applicable.
B.
Certification renewal requires an application accompanied by the following:
1.
A letter in accordance with Article 4.2.2.C of these rules.
2.
Certification renewal is contingent on meeting one (1) of the following
educational requirements during the three (3) year certification period:
a.
Fifteen (15) hours of continuing education relating to the field of
building construction or fire protection, as applicable, including,
but not limited to, classes, seminars, and training conducted by
professional organizations or trade associations; or
b
tification renewal is contingent on meeting one (1) of the following
educational requirements during the three (3) year certification period:
a.
Fifteen (15) hours of continuing education relating to the field of
building construction or fire protection, as applicable, including,
but not limited to, classes, seminars, and training conducted by
professional organizations or trade associations; or
b.
Documentation to the Division of 1.5 CEUs relevant to the field of
building construction or fire protection, as applicable, by
participation in educational and professional activities. CEUs will
be granted for the following professional development activities:
i.
Participation as a student in a seminar or technical
session related to building construction or fire protection
and life safety systems (depending upon the
certification) conducted by a qualified organization. | 0.1
CEU per clock hour of attendance
ii.
Attendance at NFPA and/or ICC code development
hearings related to fire protection, fire prevention or life
safety. | .01 CEU per clock hour of attendance up to 1.0
CEU per renewal period
iii.
Committee or board service for NFPA and/or ICC for one
(1) full year. | .5 CEU per committee, per year
iv.
Participation as a student in a university, community
college, junior college, technical or vocational school in a
course related to building construction or fire protection,
fire prevention or life safety (depending upon the
certification). | 1.0 CEU per credit hour
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full year. | .5 CEU per committee, per year
iv.
Participation as a student in a university, community
college, junior college, technical or vocational school in a
course related to building construction or fire protection,
fire prevention or life safety (depending upon the
certification). | 1.0 CEU per credit hour
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v.
Instruction of a seminar or technical session delivered
for a related professional association, state or local code
enforcement agency, standards writing organization or
any related program. | 0.1 CEU per clock hour of
instruction delivered
vi.
Participation as an instructor in a university, community
college, junior college, technical or vocational school in a
course related to building construction or fire protection,
fire prevention or life safety (depending upon the
certification). | 1.0 CEU per credit hour
vii.
Documented in-house training or continuous
employment as a code official, plans examiner, or
inspector. Training shall be documented and approved
by the chief executive, fire chief or training officer for the
applicant’s organization. | Up to 0.3 CEU per renewal
period
viii.
Publication of a paper, book or technical article for a
related textbook or professional trade journal. | 1.0 CEU
per publication
c.
Successful renewal of equivalent ICC or NFPA certifications
shall be considered as acceptable criteria for renewal of the
State inspector certification. Submit proof of ICC or NFPA
renewal with the renewal application.
3.
Payment of the required renewal fee.
C.
Applications for renewal shall be submitted no more than thirty (30) days prior to
expiration, A grace period for renewal may be extended for up to thirty (30) days
after expiration, after which a late application fee will be assessed.
D.
All applicants shall have no longer than thirty (30) days from the original submittal
to correct deficiencies in their application including missing materials or fees
cations for renewal shall be submitted no more than thirty (30) days prior to
expiration, A grace period for renewal may be extended for up to thirty (30) days
after expiration, after which a late application fee will be assessed.
D.
All applicants shall have no longer than thirty (30) days from the original submittal
to correct deficiencies in their application including missing materials or fees.
Applications older than thirty (30) days with deficiencies will be considered
vacated applications and the fees surrendered.
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1 Pertinent courses provided by organizations listed in Article 4.2.2.D of these rules, as well as the
National Fire Sprinkler Association, National Fire Alarm Association, American Fire Sprinkler Association,
and International Fire Marshal’s Association, are deemed qualified. Courses provided by other entities
may be accepted after review by the Division.
E.
Applicants submitting more than sixty (60) days after expiration shall submit all
documentation required of a new applicant in addition to documentation of
continuing education.
4.2.6
Denial, Revocation, Suspension, Annulment, Limitation or Modification of Certification
A.
Denial of Certification
1.
The Division, in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act,
Section 24-4-101, et seq., C.R.S., may deny any certificate or refuse to
renew a certificate to any applicant for, but not limited to, the following
reasons:
a.
Failure to meet requirements specified in these rules pertaining
to the issuance of certificates and/or the renewal of certification.
b.
Any conduct as described in Article 4.2.6.B.2 of these rules
pertaining to good cause for disciplinary action.
c.
Fraud, misrepresentation, or deception in applying for or
securing certification, or in taking any written certification
examination.
d
g
reasons:
a.
Failure to meet requirements specified in these rules pertaining
to the issuance of certificates and/or the renewal of certification.
b.
Any conduct as described in Article 4.2.6.B.2 of these rules
pertaining to good cause for disciplinary action.
c.
Fraud, misrepresentation, or deception in applying for or
securing certification, or in taking any written certification
examination.
d.
Aiding and abetting another person in procuring or attempting to
procure certification for any person who is not eligible for
certification.
B.
Revocation, Suspension, or Limitation of Certification
1.
Any certification issued by the Division may be suspended, summarily
suspended, revoked, or limited for good cause in accordance with the
Administrative Procedure Act, Section 24-4-101, et seq., C.R.S.
2.
Good cause for disciplinary sanctions listed in this Article (denial,
revocation, suspension, annulment, limitation, or modification of
certification) shall include, but not be limited to:
a.
Evidence that the minimum standards for certification set forth in
these rules have not been met.
b.
Material misstatement or misrepresentation on the application for
certification.
c.
Proof of unfitness.
d.
Proof of individual's failure to meet, and continue to meet,
performance standards at the level certified.
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e.
Obtaining or attempting to obtain certification or recertification by
fraud, misrepresentation, deception, or subterfuge.
f.
Materially altering any Division certificate or using and/or
possessing any such altered certificate.
g.
Unlawfully discriminating in the provisions of services based
upon protected class, including national origin, race, color, creed,
religion, sex (including gender identity, gender expression, and
sexual orientation), age, disability, ancestry, and/or marital
status.
h.
Representing qualifications at any level above the person's
current certification level.
i.
Failure to pay required fees for certification
ly discriminating in the provisions of services based
upon protected class, including national origin, race, color, creed,
religion, sex (including gender identity, gender expression, and
sexual orientation), age, disability, ancestry, and/or marital
status.
h.
Representing qualifications at any level above the person's
current certification level.
i.
Failure to pay required fees for certification.
C.
In addition to those items listed in Article 4.2.6.B.2 of these rules, good cause for
disciplinary sanctions listed in this Article (denial, revocation, suspension,
annulment, limitation, or modification of certification) against the certification held
by an exam proctor shall include, but not be limited to:
1.
Failure to adhere to the policies, procedures, and administrative
requirements for delivery, documenting, test administration, and
certification as adopted, administered and/or recognized by the Division.
2.
Failure to maintain security over written exams, including unauthorized
access or reproduction of examination materials.
D.
If the Division finds that grounds exist for the denial, revocation, suspension,
annulment, limitation, or modification of certification of any applicant, action shall
be taken according to the provisions of the Colorado Administrative Procedure
Act, Section 24-4-101, et seq., C.R.S.
E.
Upon the denial, revocation, suspension, annulment, limitation, or modification of
any applicant, all certificates, cards, patches or other identification issued by the
Division for said certification and accreditation levels shall be returned to the
Division.
ARTICLE 5 - ENFORCEMENT
5.1
The Division will enforce the requirements of these rules by following the provisions of this Article
5.1.
5.1.1
The Division may issue a notice of violation to a person who is believed to have violated
these rules. The notice shall be delivered to the alleged violator by certified mail, return
receipt requested, or by any means that verifies receipt as reliably as certified mail, return
receipt requested
sion will enforce the requirements of these rules by following the provisions of this Article
5.1.
5.1.1
The Division may issue a notice of violation to a person who is believed to have violated
these rules. The notice shall be delivered to the alleged violator by certified mail, return
receipt requested, or by any means that verifies receipt as reliably as certified mail, return
receipt requested.
5.1.2
The notice of violation shall allege the facts that constitute a violation.
5.1.3
The notice of violation may require the alleged violator to correct the alleged violation or
to stop work until such time as acceptable conditions exist to continue work.
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5.1.4
Within ten (10) working days after delivery of the notice of violation, the alleged violator
may request in writing an informal conference with the Director (or designee) concerning
the notice of violation. If the alleged violator fails to request the conference within ten (10)
days, the notice of violation is final and not subject to further review, and any requirement
to correct the alleged violation pursuant to Article 5.1.3 of these rules becomes a binding
enforcement order.
5.1.5
Upon receipt of a request for an informal conference, the Director (or designee) shall set
a reasonable time and place for the conference and shall notify the alleged violator of the
time and place of the conference. At the conference, the alleged violator may present
evidence and arguments concerning the allegations in the notice of violation.
5.1.6
Within twenty (20) working days after the informal conference, the Director shall uphold,
modify, or strike the allegations within the notice of violation and may issue an
enforcement order. The decision and, if applicable, enforcement order shall be delivered
to the alleged violator by certified mail, return receipt requested, or by any means that
verifies receipt as reliably as certified mail, return receipt requested
ing days after the informal conference, the Director shall uphold,
modify, or strike the allegations within the notice of violation and may issue an
enforcement order. The decision and, if applicable, enforcement order shall be delivered
to the alleged violator by certified mail, return receipt requested, or by any means that
verifies receipt as reliably as certified mail, return receipt requested.
5.2
A person who is the subject of, and is adversely affected by, a notice of violation or enforcement
order issued pursuant to Article 5 of these rules may appeal such action to the Executive Director.
The Executive Director shall hold a hearing to review such notice or order and take final action in
accordance with Section 24-4-105(11), C.R.S. and may either conduct the hearing personally or
appoint an administrative law judge from the Department of Personnel & Administration.
5.2.1
Final agency action shall be subject to judicial review pursuant to C.R.S. Article 4 of Title
24.
5.2.2
An alleged violator who is required to correct an action pursuant to Section 24-4-105(12),
C.R.S. shall be afforded the procedures set forth in Section 24-4-104(3), C.R.S., to the
extent applicable.
5.3
The Director may file suit in district court in the judicial district in which a violation is alleged to
have occurred to judicially enforce an enforcement order issued pursuant to this Article.
5.4
In addition to the remedies provided in this Article, the Director is authorized to apply to the
district court, in the judicial district where the violation has occurred, for a temporary or permanent
injunction to restrain any person from violating any provision of Article 5.1 of these rules
regardless of whether there is an adequate remedy at law
cement order issued pursuant to this Article.
5.4
In addition to the remedies provided in this Article, the Director is authorized to apply to the
district court, in the judicial district where the violation has occurred, for a temporary or permanent
injunction to restrain any person from violating any provision of Article 5.1 of these rules
regardless of whether there is an adequate remedy at law.
ARTICLE 6 - FEES AND CHARGES
6.1
The Division shall charge the following for Inspector Certification Fees:
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Certification or Renewal of Inspectors by document review | $75.00
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Certification or Renewal of Inspectors by reciprocity of equivalent ICC or NFPA
certifications | $25.00
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Late renewal fee | $25.00
6.2.
Fees may be waived or modified when appropriate at the discretion of the Director or designee.
Request for waiver or modification shall be in writing.
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ARTICLE 7 - INQUIRIES
7.1
Questions, clarification, or interpretation of these Rules should be addressed in writing to: Fire &
Life Safety Section Chief, Colorado Division of Fire Prevention and Control, 1697 Cole Blvd.,
Suite 200, Lakewood, CO 80401. Telephone number: (303) 239-4100.
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