Fire Escape Inspections & Certification Guide
A complete guide to fire escape inspections and certification, including requirements, common failures, and compliance responsibilities for property owners.
What Is a Fire Escape Inspection?
What Is a Fire Escape Inspection?
Why Fire Escape Inspections Fail
Why Fire Escape Inspections Fail Fire escape inspections do not fail because of how a fire escape looks. Surface-level appearance—such as peeling paint or light rust—rarely determines the outcome of an inspection. Inspections fail because of structural and safety deficiencies that compromise the fire escape’s ability to perform during an emergency. Common reasons a fire escape inspection fails include: Hidden corrosion beneath paint or coatings that weakens steel members Thin
How Often Should Fire Escapes Be Inspected? Know the Legal Requirement
Fire escaps must be inspinspececed every 5 years
Why Your Insurance Company May Require Fire Escape Upgrades
Why Your Insurance Company May Require Fire Escape Upgrades If you own an older home or multi-unit property, don’t be surprised if your...
How Tragedy Shaped Safety: The History Behind Mandated Fire Escapes
Introduction Fire escapes are a familiar sight on older buildings, but few people know the tragic history that led to their widespread...
Historic Landmarks Often Include Fire Escapes—And They Deserve Careful Restoration
At Atlantic Ironwork Restoration, we specialize in preserving these legacy fire escapes
Anchoring Is Critical: The Hidden Weak Point of Fire Escapes
Anchoring Is Critical: The Hidden Weak Point of Fire Escapes
Can Fire Escapes Be Removed? Only If Alternatives Exist
Fire escapes are iconic features of many older buildings, especially in cities like New York. But as building codes evolve, so do the...
Fire Escape Window Access is Required: Why This Simple Rule Saves Lives
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