Fire Escape Inspection & Load Testing Services
Fire escapes on existing multi-unit buildings must be inspected by a qualified structural engineer to safeguard occupants and firefighters. Whether or not they require repairs, fire escapes must be inspected and certified every five years.
Section 1028.6 of the International Fire Code, New Jersey edition requires any fire escape or exterior stairway found in a state of deterioration to be repaired immediately.
Fire Escape Inspection & Load Testing Services
Licensed engineers at Tadco Solutions specialize in fire escape inspections and/or load test services to implement corrective actions, if needed. Upon completion, Tadco will then issue an evaluation report to include a summary of the structures examined and any recommendations to bring them into compliance.
Tadco’s Fire Escape Inspection Includes:
- Bolts, angles or other structural connections and components
- All treads, platform supports, and rail posts
- Integrity of steel connections through the wall, followed by inspection of surrounding bonding cement if acceptable
- Material loss due to corrosion
- Internal rust in any connection and/or joint
- All surfaces to ensure they are properly coated
- All mechanical parts (i.e., pulleys, drop down ladders)
- Existing or new non-iron (i.e., timber) structures, which also qualify as fire escape material
Fire Escape Load Test
Depending on the fire escape’s structural condition, a load test might be necessary according to New Jersey Uniform Construction Code requirements. A permit from the Construction Department may be required to do the repairs.
Why Choose Tadco?
At Tadco, we bring decades of expertise and a broad range of services to stand as your trusted, long-term partner. With a solid reputation earned over two decades and a strong referral base, we’re committed to delivering reliable solutions that help you achieve your goals with confidence.
Our Approach
Our mission is to offer top-tier, customized solutions that are both cost-effective and durable. We are unwavering in our commitment to quality, and we prioritize client’s satisfaction with fast, efficient project delivery, ensuring a seamless and exceptional experience.
Client Advocacy
At Tadco, our clients’ needs are at the core of everything we do. With extensive experience working on residential, commercial, and industrial projects, our dedicated team is committed to bringing your project into compliance with practicality in mind. Additionally, we collaborate closely with clients and other professionals to address and resolve any violations efficiently.
Professional Certifications and Licenses
- State of New Jersey Registered Professional Engineer
- State of New York Professional Engineer
- Reserve Study Specialist
- Certified Helical Piles / Mini Piles Engineer
- New Jersey Certified Municipal Engineer
- State of New Jersey D.E.P. Certified Underground Oil Tank Operator
- Subsurface Evaluator
- State of New Jersey Licensed Lead Inspector / Assessor
- Certified Mold Sampling & Testing Technician
- State of New Jersey Home Improvement Contractor
- Certified Asbestos Testing
- OSHA Certification