Fire Safety Plan Screening Tool for Canada
Answer a few questions to see whether a Fire Safety Plan may be required under the fire code that applies in your province or territory.
Fire Safety Plan Screening
Select your building location, then answer the questions. We’ll let you know if a Fire Safety Plan is required based on your answers.
If the screening indicates a Fire Safety Plan may be required, Fire Plan Strategies can help confirm requirements and support you.
- Preparing a Fire Safety Plan
- Reviewing or updating an existing plan
- Confirming next steps
Fire Safety Plan Questions
What is a Fire Safety Plan?
A Fire Safety Plan is a document that outlines fire emergency procedures, responsibilities, fire protection systems, and other measures used to help protect occupants and property in the event of a fire.
When is a Fire Safety Plan required in Canada?
Requirements depend on the fire code that applies in your province or territory, as well as factors such as building use, occupancy, fire alarm systems, hazardous activities, and other building characteristics.
Do Fire Safety Plan requirements differ by province?
Yes. Fire safety requirements can vary between provinces and territories. That is why this screening tool asks for your building location before asking the remaining questions.
Who decides whether my building requires a Fire Safety Plan?
The applicable fire code and the local Authority Having Jurisdiction, such as the local fire department, ultimately determine the requirements for a particular building.
What if I am unsure about one of the screening questions?
Choose the answer that most closely describes your building. If the result indicates that a Fire Safety Plan may be required, you can request a follow-up to confirm the requirements.
Is this screening tool an official determination?
No. The tool provides preliminary screening guidance. Final requirements should be confirmed with the applicable fire code and your local fire department or Authority Having Jurisdiction.