Please refer to the manual that came with your smoke detector for specific information. General guidelines include cleaning detectors with pressurized air and changing batteries every six months to ensure proper operation.

Last update: 11:02 AM Friday, May 1, 2009

• Where does it say in the code the back doors to my business cannot have a dead-bolt for security?
• How often do my fire extinguishers need to be checked?
• What kind of smoke detectors do you recommend?
• What is the Fire Prevention Review Process and what is it's objective?
• What is a Knox Box?
• When is a Knox Box required?
• Where may I obtain more information about your requirements for fire sprinklers, hood/duct extinguishing systems, fire alarms and spray booths?
• What kind of portable fire extinguisher will I need?
• My building requires automatic fire sprinklers. When are they inspected?
• Where may I purchase a Knox Box?
• Where is a Knox Box required to be located?
• When is a fire-alarm system required?
• Does Poudre Fire Authority consider a reservoir, river, lake or swimming pool to be a water source, instead of providing fire hydrants?
• What are the requirements for water supply?
• What fire-protection issues will PFA look at during the conceptual phase?