§ 38-4. Fire prevention code.

(a)

[Adoption.] Excepting where referenced by this Code, the relevant standards of the most current version of the NFPA Codes shall be applied in relation to fire prevention code. In cases of conflict between any provision of this section and any regulation contained in the Wisconsin Statutes or Administrative Code, the most restrictive provision shall apply. The Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) shall have the final determination on all code enforcement.

(b)

Establishment and duties of bureau of fire prevention.

(1)

The fire prevention code shall be enforced by the bureau of fire prevention in the fire department which shall be operated under the supervision of the chief of the fire department.

(2)

The chief in charge of the bureau of fire prevention shall be appointed by the village board on the basis of examination to determine his qualifications. His appointment shall continue during good behavior and satisfactory service, and he shall not be removed from office except for cause after public trial.

(3)

The fire chief may detail such members of the fire department as inspectors as shall from time to time be necessary. The chief shall recommend to the village board the employment of technical inspectors, who, when such authorization is made, shall be selected through an examination to determine their fitness for the position. The examination shall be open to members and nonmembers of the fire department, and appointments made after examination shall be for an indefinite term with removal only for cause.

(Code 1991, § 5.07(2); Ord. No. 838-16, § 1, 4-11-2016)