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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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tion 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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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.

This is a copy of a public record, reproduced as it was published. It is not legal advice, and it may not be the version a court would rely on. Check the official source before you cite it.

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