Fishhawk Lake Recreation Club

Campfire Safety Program

Table of Contents

I. INTRODUCTION: ................................................................................................ 3

A. Purpose: …………………………………………………………………….. 3

B. Scope: ……………………………………………………………………….. 3

II. FIRE PIT CERTIFICATION PROCESS: ……………………………….… 3

A. Fire Pit Site Selection: ……………………………………………………. 4

B. Fire Pit Installation: ……………………………………………………… 4

C. Fire Pit Inspection, Training and Certification: ………………………… 4

D. Fire Pit Annual Re-inspection ………………………………..…………… 7

III. Campfire Rules and Penalties for Violations: ……………………..………… 10

A. Campfire Rules: ………………………………………………….………… 10

B. Penalties for Violations: ………………………………....………………… 10

C. Fire Emergencies: ………………………………………..………………… 11

IV. Fire Safety Training: …………………………………………………….…….. 11

A. Fire Pit Certification Training: ……………………………….………….. 11

B. FLRC Fire Steward Training: …………………………..………………… 12

APPENDICES:

Abbreviations and Acronyms: ……………………………………….……….. 14

Glossary of Terms: …………………………………………………….………. 14

Important Phone Numbers: …………………………………………..………. 14

I. INTRODUCTION:

A. Purpose:

The Mist-Birkenfeld Rural Fire District (MBRFD) and the Oregon Department of

Forestry (ODF) have the authority to grant or rescind permission for campfire

burning to FLRC Community Property Owners.

The Fishhawk Lake Recreation Club (FLRC) Campfire Safety Program defines

the rules, regulations and responsibilities of all involved organizations regarding

campfires. This program pertains only to campfires on FLRC Property Owner's

sites.

The program defines the requirements of individual Property Owners, which must

be met, to be granted the privilege of campfire burning on their property.

B. Scope:

This document defines the rules and regulations associated with campfire burning

and the roles and responsibilities of all involved organizations. The process for

individual property owners to acquire and maintain permission to have campfires

is emphasized.

Applicable forms and checklists are referenced in each section. A list of

acronyms/abbreviations, definition of terms and important phone numbers are

contained in the Appendix.

II. FIRE PIT CERTIFICATION PROCESS:

The Property Owner must request authorization from the FLRC to install a fire pit

that will be used during regulated closure. This initiates the four-step process

leading to the installation and certification of an approved fire pit.

· Fire Pit Site Selection

· Fire Pit Installation

· Fire Pit Inspection, Training and Certification

· Annual Re-inspection

This section details the sequence of activities and the roles and responsibilities of all

involved organizations in the process. Samples of Official Forms are included in this

section. Property Owners should familiarize themselves with the requirements

documented on the forms for each phase.

A. Fire Pit Site Selection:

Upon receiving a request for fire pit installation the FLRC assigns a Fire Steward to assist the Property Owner with site selection. After a site has been selected the Property Owner must prepare the site in accordance with requirements in Figure 2. The site must also:

· Be 20 feet from any structure

· Have at least 12 feet overhead clearance from limbs and other combustibles

· Have at least 5 feet radius around pit cleared of all combustibles

The Fire Steward will inspect the prepared campfire site and document results

on forms referenced in Figures 1 and 2. Noted deficiencies must be corrected by

the Property Owner. Upon approval the Fire pit installation phase may begin.

B. Fire Pit Installation:

The installed fire pit must meet FLRC requirements and Forest Service

specifications. An approved fire pit liner may be procured through the FLRC.

A pit must be dug out to specific depth, contour and dimensions sufficient to

contain the Fire pit liner and required gravel both under and around the liner. The

Fire Steward will provide specific guidance for each installation and advice on the

use of decorative, fire proof, materials around the pit. Refer to Figure 3 for Fire

Pit construction details.

The completed pit must be approved by the FLRC Fire Steward before an

inspection is scheduled with the Mist-Birkenfeld Fire Protection District

(MBFPD).

C. Fire Pit Inspection, Training and Certification:

Prior to certification all people authorized to use the fire pit must satisfactorily

complete a (one-time) Fire Safety Training class. Individualized training

sessions, for the property owners and authorized users, may be scheduled by

calling the FLRC Office at tel: 755-2132. At all times when the fire pit is in use

an authorized (trained) person must be present.

The MBFPD will schedule an inspection upon notification of the FLRC approved

fire pit. The results of their inspection will be documented on the “Notice Of

Campfire Site Inspection” form, (Figure 4.)

The fire pit will be granted Certification when the “Designated Campfire Site”

Certification Inspection form (Figure 5.) is completed and approved. Approval is

required by Mist-Birkenfeld Fire District and Oregon Department of Forestry.

Properties with certified fire pits will be identified by a red dot marker affixed to

their address sign post.

Campfire Site Inspection Procedure

1. Contact the FLRC office to arrange for inspection.

FLRC personnel will notify ODF office of proposed inspection date and time.

Note: Initial inspections require fire district and/or ODF participation.

2. Inspect proposed campfire site using initial campfire inspection

checklist form.

3. If approved:

a. Leave a copy of the checklist with owner, retain original.

b. Leave a copy of the campfire rules with the owner.

c. Explain the rules for use of site clearly.

d. Answer any questions.

4. If not approved:

a. Explain the reasons for not approving.

b. Explain what needs to be done to gain approval.

c. Answer any questions.

d. Re-inspect when notified that improvements have been made.

5. File documentation of inspection with office. Ensure that fire district

receives copies.

Note: Fishhawk Lake Recreation Club inspector must receive annual training through the

fire district training officer. Annual training consists of initial training in

inspection and procedures and refresher training annually thereafter.

Figure 1. Campfire Site Inspection Procedure

Campfire Site Inspection Checklist

Owner: Date:

Address:

_________________________________________________

Yes No

1. Recreational Use (warming, cooking, esthetic purposes)? ( ) ( )

2. Pit Location Has Adequate Clearance From Structures (20' Minimum)? ( ) ( )

3. Location is Private Property owned by Person Requesting Permit? ( ) ( )

(If "no", has written permission been granted by landowner)? ( ) ( )

4. Area 5 Foot Radius Around Pit Cleared of Combustible Materials? ( ) ( )

5. Area above Pit Clear of overhanging combustible materials (12' minimum)? ( ) ( )

6. Adequate Water is Immediately Available For Control or Extinguishment? ( ) ( )

7. Materials to be Burned are Appropriate? ( ) ( )

(Grass, Debris, or Trash is Prohibited)

8. Is it Likely That a Fire at This Location Might Constitute a Threat to Persons,

Property or the Environment? ( ) ( )

( ) Permission Granted for Year Ending: _____________________________________________________________________

( ) Conditional Permission Granted for Year Ending: ____________________________________________________________

Conditional Restrictions: ________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________

( ) Permission is Withheld Due to the Following Conditions:

1. __________________________________________________________________________________________________

2. __________________________________________________________________________________________________

3. __________________________________________________________________________________________________

No campfire will be allowed when fire danger is EXTREME (RED).

Official Making Inspection: __________________________________ Title: _____________________________________

__________________________________ Title: _____________________________________

__________________________________ Title: ______________________________________

FLRC Office: 755-2132 – FAX: 755-2545

Figure 2. Campfire Site Inspection Checklist

D. Fire Pit Annual Re-inspection:

All FLRC Certified fire pits must be re-inspected on an annual basis to retain their Certified status. Fire pit re-inspection procedure is the same as the initial inspection. The fire pit must be properly installed according to the fire pit construction diagram (Figure 3). The pit area must be cleared of vegetation and flammable materials within a five foot radius around the pit and the gravel apron around the pit must be maintained.

Refer to paragraph II.C. for information on fire pit inspection.

Figure 3. Fire Pit Construction Diagram

MIST-BIRKENFELD RURAL FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT

12525 HWY 202 Mist, OR 97016

(503)755-2710 or (503)755-0510

Fax (503)755-2556

Notice of Campfire Site Inspection

Owner's name: __________________________________ Date: ________________

Owner's Address: _______________________________________________________

Location of Site: ________________________________________________________

Site Approved For Use? Yes ( ) No ( )

The following fire safety deficiencies were noted:

_______________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________

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A re-inspection is scheduled in: _______ days.