| Q. |
Do
I need to report maintenance or testing of a sprinkler or alarm system? |
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Yes. Report to both the Fire Department and the monitoring alarm
company. Make sure to provide
a contact name and approximate duration of the test. |
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| Q. |
My child has started several small fires, recently. Is there anything I can do to deter him/her? |
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Your child may benefit from a visit to a Fire Station, where he/she can have a one-on-one discussion with firefighters about the dangers of playing with fire. Early attention to this problem is extremely important. |
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| Q. |
What are the minimum amounts of hazardous materials that need to be reported? |
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Based on the Federal Hazard Communication Law businesses who have over 200 cubic feet of a gas, 55 gallons of a liquid or 500 pounds of a solid hazardous material must in to the Yolo County Environmental Heath Department. Call 530-666-8646 and ask for a Hazardous Materials Business Plan. |
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| Q. |
Which City of West Sacramento Fire Station covers my neighborhood? |
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See Station Coverage Map. If you are close to more than one station and are not sure, call the Administrative Office at (916) 617-4600. |
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| Q. |
Is the use of fireworks legal in West Sacramento? |
| A. |
No. The only fireworks permitted in West Sacramento are those displayed by a private company at events such as Raley Field or Bridgefest. |
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| Q. |
Can I burn leaves or yard debris on my property? |
| A. |
Not within city limits. Some burning is permitted on agricultural property outside of West Sacramento city limits. |
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| Q. |
I am hosting a special event, and I'd like a Firefighter to come speak to our group. Is there anyone available for such an event? |
| A. |
Yes. The Fire Department is committed to ongoing public education, and would be happy to send a representative to your function. Call the Administrative Office at (916) 617-4600. |
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| Q. |
My neighbor is not keeping up their property, and I'm afraid it's become a fire hazard. Who do I contact? |
| A. |
To report a nuisance or hazard, please call the Code Enforcement Division of the Police Department at (916) 617-4900, x.291. |
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| Q. |
I have an inspection scheduled for my property. What are the current fire safety standards for homes and businesses? |
| A. |
The information you want will be found in the 1998 California Fire Code. |
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| Q. |
How often should I test my smoke detector? |
| A. |
At least twice a year - when you turn your clocks back or forward. |
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| Q. |
How often should I maintain my fire extinguisher, and how should I maintain it? |
| A. |
Fire extinguishers in business occupancies need to be serviced by a fire extinguisher company on a yearly basis. Check the yellow pages of the local phonebook for a listing of such companies. Fire extinguishers in the home should be checked every five years. |
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| Q. |
Is there a non-emergency number for the Fire Department? |
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Yes. Call the Administrative Office at (916) 617-4600. In case of emergency, ALWAYS DIAL 9-1-1. |
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| Q. |
Do you have any volunteer programs, or programs for kids? |
| A. |
No. |
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| Q. |
How can I obtain a report of an incident I was involved in? |
| A. |
Reports of fire incidents are available to the public by request. Incidents involving medical aid may only be obtained by the patient, a legal representative of the patient with a signed patient release, or by subpoena of the court. There is a $5.00 fee per report. Please notify the Fire Department in advance if you wish to obtain a copy. Fire Department incident reports may not be duplicated under any circumstances. |
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| Q. |
How will I know if I have an inspection coming up? Do I need to call to schedule one? |
| A. |
You will be sent a letter about one month before an inspection by a Fire Company or Fire Inspector is due. If the inspection is a life safety inspection by a Fire Company, you will be called to set up a time for the inspection. If the inspection is a fire permit inspection, the letter you receive will tell you when your permits expire and how much you need to sent in to renew your permits. If you want the fire inspector to make an appointment for your permit inspection, indicate that you want an appointment set up on the letter you send back with you renewal fees. If you do not want appointment, the fire inspector will visit you facility within several days of the permit expiration date |
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| Q. |
Do I need to notify the Fire Department if I'm hosting a large event? |
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Yes. |
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| Q. |
Is it possible to tour a Fire Station? |
| A. |
Certainly. Call your local Fire Station or the Administrative Office to arrange a tour. |
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| Q. |
What should I do to prepare my household for an emergency? |
| A. |
Check the websites for the California office of Emergency Services (www.oes.ca.gov/) or the American Red Cross. |
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