Under the North Dakota Century Code, the following facilities are required to complete and pass an annual fire safety inspection:
- Licensed childcare facilities
- Preschool facilities
- Public buildings in which 50 or more people congregate (i.e. bars, restaurants, assemblies)
The State Fire Marshal’s Office also provides assistance to local jurisdictions regarding fire code interpretation, application, inspection, and enforcement.
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Licensed Child Care & Preschool Facilities
A childcare provider or facility licensed by the ND Department of Human Services must pass an annual fire safety inspection as a condition of licensure. For information about additional requirements or licenses for childcare facilities, contact the North Dakota Department of Health & Human Services.
SFN 61111: Fire Safety Checklist for Child Care – Commercial Building (Group-Center-Preschool)
Assemblies, Bars & Restaurants
State Building Codes are available from the ND Department of Commerce Division of Community Services.
SFN 16838: Fire Safety Checklist for Assemblies/Liquor License