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OSHKOSH FIRE DEPARTMENT CODE VIOLATION NOTICE
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August 20, 2007
DELTA CHI FRAT INC
254 MEADOWBREEZE N CT
APPLETON WI 54915
Dear DELTA CHI FRAT INC
The Oshkosh Fire Department is required by Wisconsin State Statute 101.14 to provide for fire code and
safety inspections for properties within the City of Oshkosh. In doing so, we have recently performed a
fire inspection of DELTA CHI FRAT INC located at 911 WISCONSIN St . Our records indicate that
you are the" responsible party" for this property and as such are responsible for correction of any and all
fire code violations. Below are the fire code violations that were found during this inspection.
HOUSEKEEPING/308.3.1, Open Flame Cooking Devices:
No open flame cooking device shall be operated on combustible balconies or within ten (10) feet of
combustible construction. Exception: LP cooking devices using one (1) pound LP containers
COMMENTS:
LP GRILL ON COMBUSTIBLE FRONT PORCH
Found on: 01/14/2004 By: PIPER, Greg
HOUSEKEEPING/313, Fueled Equipment Storage:
Fueled equipment shall not be stored, operated or repaired within a room or building unless that room or
building is designed for such use. Fueled equipment includes, but is not limited to, items such as
motorcycles, mopeds, lawn care equipment, snowblowers and portable cooking devices.
COMMENTS:
LA WNMOWER STORED UNDER FRONT PORCH BELOW FRONT MEANS OF EGRESS
Found on: 01/14/2004 By: PIPER, Greg
MEANS OF EGRES/1006.1, Illumination of Egress Path:
All means of egress pathways, including the exit discharge, shall be illuminated at all times when the
building space served by the means of egress is occupied. At least one (1) foot-candle of illumination
shall be provide at the floor level along the complete egress pathway.
COMMENTS:
EGRESS FROM BASEMENT TO OUTSIDE NEEDS TO BE LIT
Found on: 01/14/2004 By: PIPER, Greg
MEANS OF EGRES/1009.11, Handrails:
Stairways shall have handrails on each side. The height shall be at least thirty-four (34) inches and no
more than thirty-eight (38) inches above the tread nosing. The handrail shall be circular in cross section
and have a diameter of at least one and one quarter (1 1/4) inches and no more than two (2) inches. The
handrails shall extend at least twelve (12) inches beyond the top riser and continue to slope for the depth
of one (1) tread below the bottom riser. The distance between the handrail and the wall shall be at least
one and one half (1 1/2) inches. The handrail and the adjacent wall shall be free of any sharp or abrasive
elements.
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COMMENTS:
1. WEST STAIRWELL TO BE REPAIRED - SPINDLES MISSING
2. EAST STAIRS - TREAD BROKEN.
Found on: 01/14/2004 By: PIPER, Greg
FIRE PROT SYS/907.20, Smoke Detectors Insp. Test & Maintenance:
Inspection, testing and maintenance of smoke detectors and other fire alarm or fire detection systems
shall be in accordance with this Section and with NFP A 72. The building owner shall be responsible for
the inspection, testing and maintenance. Personnel performing service on fire alarm and detection
systems shall meet the requirements ofNFPA 72. Written records of all inspections, testing and
maintenance shall be maintained on premise and shall be available for inspection be the Fire Code
official.
COMMENTS:
1. 1 ST FLOOR SMOKE DETECTOR - BATTERY MISSING
2. NO SMOKE DETECTOR AT TOP OF EAST STAIRS AT SECOND FLOOR.
3. SMOKE DETECTOR IN BASEMENT TO BE PROPERLY MOUNTED.
Found on: 01/14/2004 By: PIPER, Greg
FIRE PROT REQU/703.1, Maintenance Fire Rated Construction:
All fire resistive rated construction systems shall be maintained. Damage to any element shall require
proper repair, restoration or replacement. All openings which penetrate fire resistive rated construction
shall be properly protected so as to maintain the rating of the construction system or element
COMMENTS:
BASEMENT CEILING HAS PENETRATIONS IN PLASTER
Found on: 01/14/2004 By: PIPER, Greg
FIRE PROT REQU/703.2, Fire/ Smoke Doors:
All fire/ smoke doors shall be maintained in operable condition. Fire door shall not be blocked or held in
the open position by any means except with an approved automatic closure/ hold open device. These
automatic closure/ hold open devices shall be maintained in proper working condition. If an automatic
closure/ hold open device is inoperable, the door shall remain in the closed position. All fire/ smoke
doors shall have a closing device installed. The closing device shall completely close and latch the door.
COMMENTS:
FURNACE AND WATER HEATER ROOM - DOOR CLOSURE DISCONNECTED
Found on: 01/14/2004 By: PIPER, Greg
HAZ MAT/2703.1, Storage, Use & Handling:
The maximum allowable storage per control area for hazardous materials shall comply with Tables
2703.1.1(1) through 2703.1.1(4)
COMMENTS:
GASOLINE CAN UNDER FRONT PORCH BELOW MEANS OF EGRESS
Found on: 01/14/2004 By: PIPER, Greg
HAZ MAT/3003.3, Security of Compressed Gas Containers:
Compressed gas containers, cylinders, tanks and systems shall be protected from physical damage.
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Compressed gas containers shall be secured to prevent falling.
LP TANKS TO BE SECURED FROM FALLING. TOW ON PORCH AND ONE UNDER PORCH.
Found on: 01114/2004 By: PIPER, Greg
HAZ MAT/3004, Upright Container Storage:
Compressed gas containers, cylinders and tanks shall be stored in the upright position with the valve end
up.
Exception: cylinders and tanks designed for use in the horizontal position.
COMMENTS:
PROPER STORAGE OF LP CYLINDERS ON AND UNDER FRONT PORCH
Found on: 01/14/2004 By: PIPER, Greg
HAZ MAT/3004, Upright Container Storage:
Compressed gas containers, cylinders and tanks shall be stored in the upright position with the valve end
up.
Exception: cylinders and tanks designed for use in the horizontal position.
COMMENTS:
Propane tank under the front porch.
Found on: 12/13/2004 By: GRISWOLD, Bill
EGRESS- EXIST/1027, Means of Egress Not To Be Obstructed:
All means of egress shall be free and clear of obstructions at all times, including snow and ice.
COMMENTS:
Lawnmower stored in basement stair exit.
Found on: 12/13/2004 By: GRISWOLD, Bill
EGRESS- EXIST/I 026.3, Exit Sign Illumination:
Exit signs shall be internally or externally illuminated.
Internal illumination shall provide at least five (5) foot-candles of illumination and be listed for such use.
External illumination shall provide at least five (5) foot-candles of illumination.
A back-up power supply shall be provide where required in Section 1026.5
COMMENTS:
Exit signs needed in basement.
Found on: 12/13/2004 By: GRISWOLD, Bill
HOUSEKEEPING/505, Address Posted:
All buildings shall address numbers positioned so as to be readily visible from the street or road fronting
the property. The numbers shall be arabic numerals at least four (4) inches in height and have a
minimum stroke width of one-half (1/2) inch. The numbers shall contrast with the background.
COMMENTS:
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BETTER ADDRESS NEEDED ON THE FRONT OF THE BUILDING.
Found on: 12/29/2005 By: GRISWOLD, Bill
MEANS OF EGRES/l 009.11, Handrails:
Stairways shall have handrails on each side. The height shall be at least thirty-four (34) inches and no
more than thirty-eight (38) inches above the tread nosing. The handrail shall be circular in cross section
and have a diameter of at least one and one quarter (1 1/4) inches and no more than two (2) inches. The
handrails shall extend at least twelve (12) inches beyond the top riser and continue to slope for the depth
of one (1) tread below the bottom riser. The distance between the handrail and the wall shall be at least
one and one half (1 1/2) inches. The handrail and the adjacent wall shall be free of any sharp or abrasive
elements.
COMMENTS:
REPAIR OR REPLACE HANDRAIL ON THE SECOND FLOOR.
Found on: 12/29/2005 By: GRISWOLD, Bill
FIRE PROT SYS/901.6, Inspection, Testing & Maintenance:
All fire alarm, detection and extinguishing systems shall be maintained in operable condition at all times.
All systems shall be repaired or replaced when defective. The inspection, testing and maintenance shall
be in accordance with the standards listed in Table 901.6.1. The records for the last three (3) years of
inspections, testing and maintenance shall be kept on site and available for inspection by the Fire Code
official.
COMMENTS:
MISSING MONTIIL Y FIRE EXTINGUISHER CHECK.
FIRE EXTINGUISHERS NEED TO BE MOUNTED.
Found on: 06/26/2006 By: GRISWOLD, Bill
EGRESS- EXIST/1027, Means of Egress Not To Be Obstructed:
All means of egress shall be free and clear of obstructions at all times, including snow and ice.
COMMENTS:
STORAGE IN THE HALLS.
Found on: 06/26/2006 By: GRISWOLD, Bill
MEANS OF EGRES/803.1.3, Furnishings Obstructing Egress:
The placement of furnishings shall not block any means of egress or exit. The placement of furnishing
shall not block the visibility of any means of egress or exit.
COMMENTS:
BASEMENT BLOCKING THE BASEMENT EXIT DOOR.
LOOSE COMPUTER CABLE ON THE THIRD FLOOR COULD BE A TRIPPING HAZARD.
Found on: 09/25/2006 By: GRISWOLD, Bill
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MEANS OF EGRES/803.1.3, Furnishings Obstructing Egress:
The placement of furnishings shall not block any means of egress or exit. The placement of furnishing
shall not block the visibility of any means of egress or exit.
COMMENTS:
COUCH IN THE BASEMENT WAS BLOCKING THE BASEMENT EXIT DOOR.
Found on: 08/13/2007 By: GRISWOLD, Bill
FIRE PROT SYS/907.20, Smoke Detectors Insp. Test & Maintenance:
Inspection, testing and maintenance of smoke detectors and other fire alarm or fire detection systems
shall be in accordance with this Section and with NFP A 72. The building owner shall be responsible for
the inspection, testing and maintenance. Personnel performing service on fire alarm and detection
systems shall meet the requirements ofNFP A 72. Written records of all inspections, testing and
maintenance shall be maintained on premise and shall be available for inspection be the Fire Code
official.
COMMENTS:
SMOKE DETECTOR IN THE BASEMENT THE BA TTERY WAS REMOVED.
Found on: 06/26/2006 By: GRISWOLD, Bill
FIRE PROT REQU/703.2, Fire/ Smoke Doors:
All fire/ smoke doors shall be maintained in operable condition. Fire door shall not be blocked or held in
the open position by any means except with an approved automatic closure/ hold open device. These
automatic closure/ hold open devices shall be maintained in proper working condition. If an automatic
closure/ hold open device is inoperable, the door shall remain in the closed position. All fire/ smoke
doors shall have a closing device installed. The closing device shall completely close and latch the door.
COMMENTS:
CLOSERS NEED TO BE INSTALLED ON NEW FIRE DOORS.
Found on: 06/26/2006 By: GRISWOLD, Bill
ELECTRICAL/605.6, Open/Improper Wiring - Dirty Motors:
1. Open wiring, open electrical boxes and damaged wiring shall be prohibited.
2. Electrical motors shall be maintained free ofthe accumulation of dirt, oil, waste and debris.
3. Temporary wiring is allowed for a period not to exceed ninety (90) days.
4. All temporary wiring shall be installed in an approved manner.
COMMENTS:
BROKEN LIGHT BULB IN SOCKET NEEDS TO BE REPLACED.
Found on: 08/13/2007 By: GRISWOLD, Bill
FIRE PROT SYS/907.20, Smoke Detectors Insp. Test & Maintenance:
Inspection, testing and maintenance of smoke detectors and other fire alarm or fire detection systems
shall be in accordance with this Section and with NFP A 72. The building owner shall be responsible for
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the inspection, testing and maintenance. Personnel performing service on fire alarm and detection
systems shall meet the requirements ofNFP A 72. Written records of all inspections, testing and
maintenance shall he maintained on premise and shall be available for inspection be the Fire Code
official.
COMMENTS:
THE SMOKE DETECTOR ON THE FIRST FLOOR WAS REMOVED.
BATTERY MISSING ON THE THIRD FLOOR SMOKE DETECTOR.
Found on: 08/13/2007 By: GRISWOLD, Bill
FIRE PROT SYS/901.6, Inspection, Testing & Maintenance:
All fire alarm, detection and extinguishing systems shall be maintained in operable condition at all times.
All systems shall be repaired or replaced when defective. The inspection, testing and maintenance shall
be in accordance with the standards listed in Table 901.6.1. The records for the last three (3) years of
inspections, testing and maintenance shall be kept on site and available for inspection by the Fire Code
official.
COMMENTS:
FIRE EXTINGUISHER ARE MISSING MONTHLY CHECK.
Found on: 08/13/2007 By: GRISWOLD, Bill
MEANS OF EGRFS/1 0 11.2, Exit Sign Illumination:
Exit signs shall be internally or externally illuminated. Internally illuminated signs shall be listed and
installed in accordance with the manufacturers instructions. These signs shall be illuminated at all times.
Externally illuminated signs shall comply with Sections 1011.5.1 through 1011.5.3
COMMENTS:
EXIT SIGN REMOVED AND NEEDS TO BE REPLACED.
Found on: 08/13/2007 By: GRISWOLD, Bill
The above listed fire code violations are to be corrected immediately. Following correction of all
violations, please sign the VIOLATION COMPLIANCE signature line below. AFTER SIGNING THIS
FORM VERIFYING VIOLATION COMPLIANCE, MAIL OR FAX THIS NOTICE BACK TO:
OSHKOSH FIRE DEPARTMENT
101 COURT ST
OSHKOSH, WI 54901
920-236-5295 (FAX)
If you have any questions regarding this inspection, please contact the Fire Prevention Bureau at
920-236-5241.
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OSHKOSH FIRE DEPARTMENT CODE VIOLATION NOTICE
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DO HEREBY CERTIFY THAT
(SIGNATURE)
ALL OF THE CODE VIOLATIONS LISTED ABOVE FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT
DELTA CHI FRAT INC
911 WISCONSIN St
HAVE BEEN CORRECTED AS OF THIS DATE:
Upon our receiving this signed notice, we will update our records showing that you have corrected all
violations noted above.
Respectfully,
Stuart Schrottky B/C
Fire Prevention Bureau
Oshkosh Fire Department
920-236-5241
sschrottky@ci.oshkosh.wi.us