A recent Condo fire in Saskatoon, with damages over 5 Million dollars , reveals numerous immediate lessons learned for Condo’s across Canada.

The majority of these lessons learned seem to focus on resident actions, or in actions. Fire Safety is a team approach and your fire safety plan, written just for your condo, must include the roles and responsibilities of all parties in the building. Failing to engage the residents means a part of your fire safety team – is not aware of their roles and responsibilities.

Fire Prevention Week 2021 ! What does this mean for Condominiums in Ontario?

In addition to the fire safety plan, Part 7 of the Ontario Fire Code (OFC) requires that a building-specific smoke control Inspection and testing document containing an equipment list and associated testing requirements be maintained at each high-rise building in Ontario.

“What documentation will be reviewed after a serious fire incident at my building ?”
“What can I do as a property manager or building owner to ensure that I protect my residents?

“As a property owner, how do I protect myself?”