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Bureau of Fire Safety

Preventing fires in Clementon by enforcing the New Jersey Uniform Fire Code and Uniform Fire Safety Act — through inspections, permits, fire investigations and community education.

Fire Safety Office

Ext. 123

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(856) 783-3419

Bureau of Fire Safety

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101 Gibbsboro Road

Clementon, NJ 08021

Emergency

The Bureau is on call 24/7 for fire-related emergencies.

Attention residents and real estate brokers: all single-station smoke alarms require ten-year sealed battery smoke alarms, effective January 1, 2019.

Selling or Renting a Home?

Smoke Alarm, CO Alarm & Secondary Power Source Certificate

No owner may sell, lease or otherwise permit occupancy of a one- or two-family residence without a Certificate of Smoke Alarm, Carbon Monoxide Alarm and Secondary Power Source Labeling Compliance (CSACMASPSC). The certificate confirms the home has:

1A working smoke alarm
A smoke-sensitive alarm installed per NFPA 74 and N.J.A.C. 5:70-4.19, listed in accordance with ANSI/UL 217 (follow the requirement chart supplied).

2A carbon monoxide alarm
A working CO detector outside each separate sleeping area, in the immediate vicinity of the bedrooms, complying with the Uniform Fire Safety Act (N.J.S.A. 52:27D-192 et seq.) and the Uniform Fire Code.

3Secondary power source label
One- and two-family dwellings with a secondary power source must have a Secondary Power Source Identification Label within 18" of the main electrical panel and electric meter at change of occupancy (ANSI Z535.4 label standards).

4A visible address
Numbers or letters at least 3 inches high, in a contrasting color, posted on the street side of the structure.

Commercial, business and industrial properties with attached dwelling units must have working smoke detectors and CO detectors outside each sleeping area, and any attached garage must meet the requirements above.

Application Fees

Based on time remaining before the change of occupant (N.J.A.C. 5:70-2.3):

More than 10 business days before change of occupant$60

4 to 10 business days before$100

2 to 4 business days before$161

Same day of settlement and/or one day$200

Re-inspection (premises that fail initial inspection)$35

Complete the form and return it to the Bureau of Fire Safety at Borough Hall, or call Ext. 123 with questions.

About the Bureau

Our Purpose

The Clementon Bureau of Fire Safety works to prevent fires by enforcing the New Jersey Uniform Fire Code and Uniform Fire Safety Act within the borough. Our primary responsibilities are to:

  • ✓Inspect all structures, except owner-occupied residences, annually for fire code compliance
  • ✓Inspect homes for sale to ensure smoke alarms, carbon monoxide alarms and required equipment are installed and working
  • ✓Perform inspections required to maintain certificates of occupancy for commercial buildings and non-owner-occupied residential properties
  • ✓Investigate fires and explosions that occur within the borough
  • ✓Issue permits for activities that require them
  • ✓Conduct fire safety lectures and presentations

The Fire Official and all Fire Inspectors complete extensive training to be certified by the New Jersey Division of Fire Safety, attend ongoing training throughout the year, and re-certify every three years.

The Bureau is on call 24/7 for fire-related emergencies and investigates all reported fires and explosions involving loss of life, serious injury, or damage to property. All fires in the borough are reported to the National Fire Reporting System.

Contact the Bureau

Main number (856) 783-0284, Ext. 123

John Zuggi
Fire Marshal
jzuggi@clementon-nj.com

Timothy Shannon
Fire Inspector
tshannon@clementon-nj.com

Philip Beehler
Clerical Support, Fire Safety
pbeehler@clementon-nj.com

Fire Inspections

What to Expect During a Fire Inspection

1

Introduction

The inspector will introduce themselves, present identification, and explain the purpose of the visit (for example, an annual fire inspection).

2

Paperwork

You will be asked for any required documents, such as sprinkler or fire alarm inspection certification reports.

3

Walk-through

The inspector checks the entire occupancy. A representative with keys or access to all areas should accompany them; violations and corrections will be pointed out along the way.

Most Common Violations

  • ✓Exit and emergency lighting out
  • ✓Exits and exit-ways blocked, locked or inaccessible
  • ✓Fire extinguisher annual inspection due
  • ✓Poor housekeeping, excess rubbish
  • ✓Merchandise stacked too high, unstable piles
  • ✓Improper use of extension cords
  • ✓Fire doors chocked open
  • ✓Improper storage of propane
  • ✓Utility access blocked (gas meters, electrical panels)
  • ✓Range hoods and ducts not cleaned

After the Inspection

You will receive a written report of any violations and an Order to Correct. You normally have 30 days to correct violations; certain serious violations may require correction in as little as 7 days.

If a violation is deemed an Imminent Hazard, the premises may be closed until it is corrected.

The Bureau re-inspects about 30 days after the violation notice. Failure to correct all violations may result in a penalty.

Once all violations are corrected, you will receive a Certificate of Satisfactory Compliance.