The Banning Office of the Fire Marshal is committed to protecting lives, property, and the community through proactive fire prevention efforts. One of the key components of this mission is conducting annual field inspections, as outlined in Section 103.3 of the California Fire Code. This program is one way the City can help keep insurance rates lower in our community.
In an effort to keep all business owners informed and our community safe, the Banning Office of the Fire Marshal is actively conducting fire and life safety inspections for all existing businesses within the city’s jurisdiction.
Preparing for Your Inspection
Here are some resources to help you prepare for your inspection:
- Business Pre-Inspection Checklist
- Emergency and Exit Sign Maintenance Log
- Knox online ordering form
Note: For items that require a permit, please check the developer guides.
What to Expect
Your business may be inspected by either a Fire Inspector from Fire Prevention or by a Fire Engine Company. If fire code violations are found, an inspector will issue a written Fire & Life Safety Inspection Notice and schedule a re-inspection to confirm that the violations have been corrected. Most violations must be corrected within 10-15 days.
Identifying Fire Inspectors
Banning Office of the Fire Marshal and Firefighters can be identified by the uniforms that they wear and the vehicles they drive:
- Fire Inspectors – wear a uniform with a badge and a shoulder patch that "Riverside County Fire." Their vehicles have the City of Banning seal on the door.
- Firefighters – wear uniform with a badge and a shoulder patch that says “CAL FIRE” and will arrive at your business either in a fire engine or a fire truck.
- We do NOT use a private company to inspect businesses and we do not repair, perform maintenance or replace equipment.
Getting Your Fire Protection Equipment Serviced
If you need your fire protection equipment serviced (fire extinguishers, fire sprinkler system, cooking hood system, fire alarm, etc.) you should make sure that you are using a reputable fire protection service company.
The City of Banning does not recommend or endorse any fire protection service providers. To help in identifying a qualified fire protection service company:
Before work begins:
- Do a background check on the fire inspection company.
- Ask what the service will include and how much it will cost before the inspection starts.
- Get a written agreement before the service starts.
When the work is done:
- Request the service leave any defective parts that were replaced or changed.
- Request a signed invoice.
Special considerations: