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FL Stat § 633.228 (2021)
2021 Florida Statutes|Title XXXVII - Insurance|Chapter 633 - Fire Prevention and Control|Part II - Fire Safety and Prevention (Ss. 633.202-633.228)|633.228 - Violations; orders to cease and desist, correct hazardous conditions, preclude occupancy, or vacate; enforcement; penalties.

633.228 Violations; orders to cease and desist, correct hazardous conditions, preclude occupancy, or vacate; enforcement; penalties.—(1) If it is determined by the department that a violation specified in this subsection exists, the State Fire Marshal or her or his deputy may issue and deliver to the person committing the violation an order to cease and desist from such violation, to correct any hazardous condition, to preclude occupancy of the affected building or structure, or to vacate the premises of the affected building or structure. Such violations are:(a) Except as set forth in paragraph (b), a violation of any provision of this chapter, of any rule adopted pursuant thereto, of any applicable uniform firesafety standard adopted pursuant to s. 633.206 which is not adequately addressed by any alternative requirements adopted on a local level, or of any minimum firesafety standard adopted pursuant to s. 394.879.(b) A substantial violation of an applicable minimum firesafety standard adopted pursuant to s. 633.208 which is not reasonably addressed by any alternative requirement imposed at the local level, or an unreasonable interpretation of an applicable minimum firesafety standard, and which violation or interpretation clearly constitutes a danger to lifesafety.(c) A building or structure which is in a dilapidated condition and as a result thereof creates a danger to life, safety, or property.(d) A building or structure which contains explosive matter or flammable liquids or gases constituting a danger to life, safety, or property.(2)(a) If, during the conduct of a firesafety inspection authorized by ss. 633.216 and 633.218, it is determined that a violation described in this section exists which poses an immediate danger to the public health, safety, or welfare, the State Fire Marshal may issue an order to vacate the building in question, which order shall be immediately effective and shall be an immediate final order under s. 120.569(2)(n). With respect to a facility under the jurisdiction of a district school board or community college board of trustees, the order to vacate shall be issued jointly by the district superintendent or college president and the State Fire Marshal.(b) The State Fire Marshal may seek an injunction in the circuit court of the county in which the building is located to enforce an order issued pursuant to this subsection.(3) A person who violates or fails to comply with any order under subsection (1) or subsection (2) commits a misdemeanor, punishable as provided in s. 633.124.History.—s. 10, ch. 65-216; s. 4, ch. 67-78; ss. 13, 35, ch. 69-106; s. 3, ch. 71-141; s. 21, ch. 78-95; s. 7, ch. 84-243; s. 11, ch. 87-287; s. 14, ch. 95-379; s. 276, ch. 96-410; s. 1743, ch. 97-102; s. 49, ch. 99-3; s. 1398, ch. 2003-261; s. 32, ch. 2013-183.Note.—Former s. 633.161.
FL Stat § 633.306 (2021)
2021 Florida Statutes|Title XXXVII - Insurance|Chapter 633 - Fire Prevention and Control|Part III - Fire Protection and Suppression (Ss. 633.302-633.3482)|633.306 - Requirements for installation, inspection, and maintenance of fire suppression equipment.

633.306 Requirements for installation, inspection, and maintenance of fire suppression equipment.—(1) The requirements for installation of fire extinguishers and preengineered systems are as follows:(a) Fire equipment dealers shall be licensed under s. 633.304.(b) Equipment supplied shall be listed by a nationally recognized testing laboratory, such as Underwriters Laboratories, Inc., or Factory Mutual Laboratories, Inc. Equipment supplied for new installations or alterations of existing systems must be currently listed as described in this section. The State Fire Marshal shall adopt by rule procedures for determining whether a laboratory is nationally recognized, taking into account the laboratory’s facilities, procedures, use of nationally recognized standards, and any other criteria reasonably calculated to reach an informed determination.(c) Equipment shall be installed in accordance with the applicable standards of the National Fire Protection Association and the manufacturer’s drawings and specifications, using only components and parts specified by the manufacturer or listed as equal parts by a nationally recognized testing laboratory, such as Underwriters Laboratories, Inc., or Factory Mutual Laboratories, Inc.(d) Each piece of equipment supplied shall be guaranteed for a period of 1 year against defects in material or operation.(e) The fire equipment dealer shall furnish the consumer with: the manufacturer’s descriptive literature, including the specifications and maintenance requirements as approved by the nationally recognized testing laboratory; the operating instructions for all equipment installed; the mechanical drawings and specifications for proper installation and use of equipment; and a diagram of the final installation, if applicable.(2) Equipment shall be inspected, serviced, and maintained in accordance with the manufacturer’s maintenance procedures and with the applicable National Fire Protection Association standards.History.—s. 4, ch. 75-240; s. 2, ch. 80-342; s. 3, ch. 84-243; s. 16, ch. 89-233; s. 4, ch. 91-189; s. 3, ch. 98-170; s. 54, ch. 98-419; s. 36, ch. 2013-183; s. 30, ch. 2019-140.Note.—Former s. 633.065.
FL Stat § 633.314 (2021)
2021 Florida Statutes|Title XXXVII - Insurance|Chapter 633 - Fire Prevention and Control|Part III - Fire Protection and Suppression (Ss. 633.302-633.3482)|633.314 - Sale or use of certain types of fire extinguishers prohibited; penalty.

633.314 Sale or use of certain types of fire extinguishers prohibited; penalty.—(1)(a) It is unlawful to have for use any of the following types of fire extinguishers:1. Carbon tetrachloride;2. Chlorobromomethane;3. Dibromodifluoromethane (commonly known as Halon 1202);4. Dichlorodifluoromethane;5. Azeotropic chloromethane;6. 1,2 dibromo-2-chloro-1, 1,2 trifluoroethane;7. 1,2 dibromo-2, 2-difluoroethane;8. Methyl bromide;9. Ethylene dibromide;10. Hydrogen bromide;11. Methylene bromide;12. Bromodifluoromethane;13. Any other toxic or poisonous vaporizing liquid fire extinguishers using extinguishing agents determined by the State Fire Marshal to be unacceptably harmful; and14. Inverting water fire extinguishers.(b) It is unlawful to offer for sale, sell, or give in this state any of the types of fire extinguishers listed in paragraph (a).(2) It is unlawful for any person, directly or through an agent, to sell, offer for sale, or give in this state any make, type, or model of fire extinguisher, either new or used, unless such make, type, or model of extinguisher has first been tested and is currently approved or listed by Underwriters Laboratories, Inc., Factory Mutual Laboratories, Inc., or another testing laboratory recognized by the State Fire Marshal as nationally recognized in accordance with procedures adopted by rule, taking into account the laboratory’s facilities, procedures, use of nationally recognized standards, and any other criteria reasonably calculated to reach an informed determination, and unless such extinguisher carries an Underwriters Laboratories, Inc., or manufacturer’s serial number. Such serial number must be permanently affixed on the manufacturer’s identification and instruction plate.(3) A person who violates this section commits a misdemeanor of the second degree, punishable as provided in s. 775.082 or s. 775.083.History.—ss. 1, 2, 3, ch. 70-417; s. 658, ch. 71-136; s. 2, ch. 78-141; s. 5, ch. 84-243; s. 18, ch. 89-233; s. 39, ch. 2013-183; s. 41, ch. 2018-102.Note.—Former s. 633.083.
FL Stat § 633.322 (2021)
2021 Florida Statutes|Title XXXVII - Insurance|Chapter 633 - Fire Prevention and Control|Part III - Fire Protection and Suppression (Ss. 633.302-633.3482)|633.322 - County, municipal, and special district powers; effect of ch. 75-240.

633.322 County, municipal, and special district powers; effect of ch. 75-240.—(1) This chapter does not limit the power of a municipality, county, or special district to regulate the quality and character of work performed by contractors through a system of permits, fees, and inspections which are designed to secure compliance with, and aid in the implementation of, state and local building laws or to enforce other local laws for the protection of the public health and safety.(2) This chapter does not limit the power of a municipality, county, or special district to adopt any system of permits requiring submission to and approval by the municipality, county, or special district of plans and specifications for work to be performed by contractors before commencement of the work, except that a municipality, county, or special district may not require a fire protection system contractor’s shop drawings to be sealed by a professional engineer.(3) An official authorized to issue building or other related permits shall ascertain that the applicant contractor is duly certified before issuing the permit. The evidence shall consist only of the exhibition to him or her of evidence of current certification.(4) The State Fire Marshal shall inform each county and municipal building department, prior to November 1 of each year, of the names of the certified contractors and the type of certificate held.History.—s. 16, ch. 75-240; s. 3, ch. 76-168; s. 1, ch. 77-457; s. 8, ch. 78-141; s. 2, ch. 81-318; ss. 1, 2, ch. 85-128; s. 34, ch. 89-233; s. 4, ch. 91-429; s. 449, ch. 97-102; s. 3, ch. 98-35; s. 42, ch. 2013-183.Note.—Former s. 633.551.
FL Stat § 633.324 (2021)
2021 Florida Statutes|Title XXXVII - Insurance|Chapter 633 - Fire Prevention and Control|Part III - Fire Protection and Suppression (Ss. 633.302-633.3482)|633.324 - Records concerning applicant; extent of confidentiality.

633.324 Records concerning applicant; extent of confidentiality.—(1) Test material is made confidential by s. 119.071(1)(a). An applicant may waive in writing the confidentiality of his or her examination answer sheet for the purpose of discussion with the State Fire Marshal or his or her staff.(2) All examination test questions, answer sheets, and grades shall be retained for a period of 2 years following the date of the examination.History.—s. 13, ch. 75-240; s. 3, ch. 76-168; s. 1, ch. 77-457; s. 8, ch. 78-141; s. 2, ch. 81-318; ss. 1, 2, ch. 85-128; s. 8, ch. 88-209; s. 4, ch. 91-429; s. 3, ch. 93-112; s. 19, ch. 93-276; s. 1, ch. 94-188; s. 4, ch. 95-398; s. 444, ch. 97-102; ss. 24, 48, ch. 2004-335; s. 51, ch. 2005-251; s. 43, ch. 2013-183.Note.—Former s. 633.527.
FL Stat § 633.326 (2021)
2021 Florida Statutes|Title XXXVII - Insurance|Chapter 633 - Fire Prevention and Control|Part III - Fire Protection and Suppression (Ss. 633.302-633.3482)|633.326 - Certificate effective statewide; not transferable.

633.326 Certificate effective statewide; not transferable.—When a certificateholder desires to engage in contracting in any area of the state, as a prerequisite therefor she or he shall only be required to exhibit to the local building official, tax collector, or other person in charge of the issuance of licenses and building permits in the area, evidence of holding a current certificate, accompanied by the fee for the occupational license and building permit required of other persons. It is a violation of this chapter for a certificateholder to sell or otherwise transfer her or his certificate to another person.History.—s. 9, ch. 75-240; s. 3, ch. 76-168; s. 1, ch. 77-457; s. 8, ch. 78-141; s. 2, ch. 81-318; s. 16, ch. 84-243; ss. 1, 2, ch. 85-128; s. 4, ch. 91-429; s. 445, ch. 97-102; s. 44, ch. 2013-183.Note.—Former s. 633.531.
FL Stat § 633.342 (2021)
2021 Florida Statutes|Title XXXVII - Insurance|Chapter 633 - Fire Prevention and Control|Part III - Fire Protection and Suppression (Ss. 633.302-633.3482)|633.342 - Violations subject to injunction.

633.342 Violations subject to injunction.—A person who operates as a contractor without a current certificate or who violates any part of this chapter or any rule, decision, order, direction, demand, or requirement of the State Fire Marshal in relation thereto, or any part or provision thereof, may be enjoined by the courts of the state from any such violation or such unauthorized or unlawful contracting at the request of the State Fire Marshal, the board, or any resident or taxpayer of the state.History.—s. 15, ch. 75-240; s. 3, ch. 76-168; s. 1, ch. 77-457; s. 8, ch. 78-141; s. 2, ch. 81-318; ss. 1, 2, ch. 85-128; s. 15, ch. 87-287; s. 4, ch. 91-429; s. 50, ch. 2013-183.Note.—Former s. 633.549.
FL Stat § 633.344 (2021)
2021 Florida Statutes|Title XXXVII - Insurance|Chapter 633 - Fire Prevention and Control|Part III - Fire Protection and Suppression (Ss. 633.302-633.3482)|633.344 - Application of law regulating contracting and contractors.

633.344 Application of law regulating contracting and contractors.—(1)(a) This chapter applies to any contractor performing work for the state or any county or municipality, as well as to contractors performing work pursuant to private contracts or agreements. Officers of the state or any county or municipality are required to determine compliance with this chapter before awarding any contracts for construction, improvement, remodeling, or repair.(b) The state or any county or municipality may require that bids submitted for construction, improvement, remodeling, or repair of public buildings be accompanied by evidence that the bidder holds a current certificate.(2) The provisions of this chapter relating to certification and contracting as a fire protection systems contractor shall apply to those so engaged in the business of contracting for fire protection systems.History.—ss. 5, 16, ch. 75-240; s. 3, ch. 76-168; s. 1, ch. 77-457; s. 8, ch. 78-141; s. 2, ch. 81-318; ss. 1, 2, ch. 85-128; s. 16, ch. 87-287; s. 35, ch. 89-233; s. 4, ch. 91-429; s. 51, ch. 2013-183.Note.—Former s. 633.554.
FL Stat § 633.346 (2021)
2021 Florida Statutes|Title XXXVII - Insurance|Chapter 633 - Fire Prevention and Control|Part III - Fire Protection and Suppression (Ss. 633.302-633.3482)|633.346 - Jurisdiction of State Fire Marshal over alarm system contractors and certified unlimited electrical contractors.

633.346 Jurisdiction of State Fire Marshal over alarm system contractors and certified unlimited electrical contractors.—(1) If the State Fire Marshal, in the course of its activities pursuant to s. 633.104(2), determines that an alarm system contractor or a certified unlimited electrical contractor working with an alarm system has violated any provision of this chapter or the rules of the State Fire Marshal, the State Fire Marshal shall have jurisdiction, notwithstanding any other provision of this chapter, to order corrective action by the alarm system contractor or the certified unlimited electrical contractor to bring the alarm system into compliance with applicable standards set forth in this chapter and the rules of the State Fire Marshal.(2) Any order issued by the State Fire Marshal shall comply with the provisions of chapter 120 and allow a reasonable time for corrective action to be completed.(3) The Department of Business and Professional Regulation and the Electrical Contractors’ Licensing Board may participate, at their discretion, but not as a party, in any proceedings relating to corrective action.(4) The State Fire Marshal shall adopt standards, by rule, for the installation, maintenance, alteration, repair, monitoring, inspection, replacement, or servicing of fire alarms and fire alarm systems.History.—ss. 11, 14, ch. 87-254; ss. 22, 24, ch. 88-149; s. 4, ch. 91-429; s. 227, ch. 94-218; s. 231, ch. 98-200; s. 52, ch. 2013-183.Note.—Former s. 633.70.
FL Stat § 633.348 (2021)
2021 Florida Statutes|Title XXXVII - Insurance|Chapter 633 - Fire Prevention and Control|Part III - Fire Protection and Suppression (Ss. 633.302-633.3482)|633.348 - Requirements for fire alarm system equipment.

633.348 Requirements for fire alarm system equipment.—The requirements for fire alarm system equipment are:(1) Equipment supplied shall be approved by a nationally recognized testing laboratory, and installed in accordance with its procedures. Any testing laboratory wishing to be considered “nationally recognized” by the State Fire Marshal shall submit an application to the State Fire Marshal for certification in accordance with procedures established by the State Fire Marshal by rule. The State Fire Marshal shall consider the applicant’s use of and compliance with nationally accepted testing procedures, the applicant’s inspection procedures including quality control, recognition by any other state or jurisdiction, and such other criteria as are reasonably necessary to reach an informed decision.(2) Equipment shall be installed in accordance with the applicable standards of the National Fire Protection Association and procedures approved by said testing laboratory.(3) Each piece of equipment supplied shall be warranted for a period of 1 year against defects in material or operation.(4) The fire alarm system contractor or the certified unlimited electrical contractor shall furnish the user with appropriate documentation as required by the National Fire Protection Association standards, operating instructions for all equipment installed, together with a diagram of the final installation, except where the ownership of the system remains with the contractor.(5) All fire alarm systems required by the State Fire Marshal’s rules shall be installed, serviced, tested, repaired, inspected, and improved in compliance with the provisions of the applicable standards of the National Fire Protection Association as adopted by rule.(6) The State Fire Marshal shall promulgate specifications, by rule, regarding the information and data to be contained in the test certificate hereby required to be provided to the consumer when the fire alarm system is installed, serviced, tested, repaired, improved, or inspected. It shall be unlawful to install, service, test, repair, improve, or inspect any fire alarm system without providing the consumer with a completed test certificate.(7) The State Fire Marshal shall promulgate by rule specifications as to the size, shape, and color and the information to be contained in the service tags hereby required to be attached to all fire alarm systems when they are installed, serviced, tested, repaired, inspected, or improved. It shall be unlawful to install, service, test, repair, inspect, or improve a fire system without attaching a completed tag, or to use a tag not meeting the specifications of the State Fire Marshal.History.—ss. 12, 14, ch. 87-254; s. 70, ch. 91-110; s. 10, ch. 91-189; s. 53, ch. 2013-183.Note.—Former s. 633.701.
FL Stat § 633.3482 (2021)
2021 Florida Statutes|Title XXXVII - Insurance|Chapter 633 - Fire Prevention and Control|Part III - Fire Protection and Suppression (Ss. 633.302-633.3482)|633.3482 - Prohibited acts regarding alarm system contractors or certified unlimited electrical contractors; penalties.

633.3482 Prohibited acts regarding alarm system contractors or certified unlimited electrical contractors; penalties.—(1) It shall be unlawful for any person, directly or through an agent, to sell, offer for sale, or give any make, type, or model of fire alarm system, either new or used, unless such make, type, or model has been tested and is currently approved or listed by a nationally recognized testing laboratory.(2) A person who violates this section commits a misdemeanor of the second degree, punishable as provided in s. 775.082 or s. 775.083.(3) It is a misdemeanor of the first degree, punishable as provided in s. 775.082 or s. 775.083, for any fire alarm system contractor or certified unlimited electrical contractor to intentionally or willfully:(a) Render inoperative any fire alarm system which is required by the State Fire Marshal’s rules, except when the system is being serviced, tested, repaired, inspected, or improved.(b) Improperly install, service, test, repair, improve, or inspect a fire alarm system.(c) Knowingly combine or conspire with a person by allowing one’s certificate to be used by an uncertified person with intent to evade this act. When a licensee allows his or her license to be used by one or more companies without having any active participation in the operation or management of the companies, such act constitutes prima facie evidence of any intent to evade this chapter.(4) It is a misdemeanor of the first degree, punishable as provided in s. 775.082 or s. 775.083, for any person to intentionally or willfully install, service, test, repair, improve, or inspect a fire alarm system unless:(a) The person is the holder of a valid and current active license as a certified unlimited electrical contractor, as defined in part II of chapter 489;(b) The person is the holder of a valid and current active license as a licensed fire alarm contractor, as defined in part II of chapter 489;(c) The person is authorized to act as a fire alarm system agent pursuant to s. 489.5185; or(d) The person is exempt pursuant to s. 489.503.History.—ss. 13, 14, ch. 87-254; s. 71, ch. 91-110; s. 159, ch. 91-224; s. 450, ch. 97-102; s. 1, ch. 2005-116; s. 31, ch. 2005-147; s. 54, ch. 2013-183.Note.—Former s. 633.702.
FL Stat § 633.404 (2021)
2021 Florida Statutes|Title XXXVII - Insurance|Chapter 633 - Fire Prevention and Control|Part IV - Fire Standards and Training (Ss. 633.402-633.446)|633.404 - Additional standards authorized.

633.404 Additional standards authorized.—Nothing herein shall be construed to preclude a fire service provider from establishing qualifications and standards for hiring, training, or promoting firefighters that exceed the minimum set by the division.History.—ss. 16, 17, ch. 69-323; s. 1, ch. 75-151; s. 57, ch. 2013-183.Note.—Former s. 163.530; s. 633.42.
FL Stat § 633.406 (2021)
2021 Florida Statutes|Title XXXVII - Insurance|Chapter 633 - Fire Prevention and Control|Part IV - Fire Standards and Training (Ss. 633.402-633.446)|633.406 - Classes of certification.

633.406 Classes of certification.—(1) The division may award one or more of the following certificates:(a) Firefighter Certificate of Compliance.—A Firefighter Certificate of Compliance may be awarded to a person who meets the requirements established in s. 633.408(4).(b) Fire Safety Inspector Certificate of Compliance.—A Fire Safety Inspector Certificate of Compliance may be awarded to a person who meets the requirements established in s. 633.216(2).(c) Special Certificate of Compliance.—A Special Certificate of Compliance may be awarded to a person who qualifies under s. 633.408(6).(d) Forestry Certificate of Compliance.—A Forestry Certificate of Compliance may be awarded to a person who has satisfactorily complied with a training program and successfully passed an examination as prescribed by rule, and who possesses the qualifications established in s. 590.02(1)(e).(e) Fire Service Instructor Certificate.—A Fire Service Instructor Certificate may be awarded to a person who demonstrates general or specialized knowledge, skills, and abilities in firefighting service and meets the qualification requirements prescribed by rule.(f) Certificate of Competency.—A Certificate of Competency may be awarded to a person who meets the experience, training, advanced education, or examination requirements as prescribed by rule, and is especially qualified for particular aspects of firefighting service.(g) Volunteer Firefighter Certificate of Completion.—A Volunteer Firefighter Certificate of Completion may be awarded to a person who has satisfactorily completed the training requirements as prescribed by rule for a volunteer firefighter.(2) The division may establish by rule certificates, in addition to those provided in subsection (1), that the division may award in recognition of special training or education received by an individual, authorizing that individual to perform specialized firefighting services or provide specialized firefighting instruction, such as hazardous materials and urban search and rescue.History.—s. 58, ch. 2013-183.