Public Assemblies

Public Assemblies 7.10.1: Inspection of Exits A. Inspection of exits shall be conducted not more than ninety (90) minutes prior to the scheduled commencement of any non-continuous activity, event, performance, show, meeting, function, or other occasion for which persons will gather in commercial places of public assembly as defined in the most current Edition of the International Fire Code as published by the International Code Council, as same may be revised or amended. B. The owner (or his designee pursuant of written authority, instructions, or procedures) shall inspect every required exit, way of approach thereto, and way of departure therefrom. C. If said inspection reveals that any required means of egress is obstructed, inaccessible, locked, fastened, or otherwise unsuited for immediate use, the scheduled program shall not begin, nor shall admittance to the place of assembly be permitted, until necessary corrective action has been completed. Source: Miss. Code § 45-11-101, et seq. (Rev. 2023) 7.10.2: Announcements A. Within thirty (30) minutes prior to the start of the program, the owner or his authorized agent shall orally notify all attendees concerning the location of the exit(s) to be used in case of fire or other emergencies. B. Example: "The ____________, in conjunction with the State Fire Marshal's Office, wishes to take a moment to call to your attention the location of the exit ways or paths of egress from this building in the event of an emergency. Please take a moment to locate the exit nearest your seat. Should an emergency arise, please move in an orderly fashion through the nearest exit way. Thank you for your attention." Source: Miss. Code § 45-11-101, et seq. (Rev. 2023) 7.10.3: Records A. Accurate records of all inspections, corrections, and notifications shall be kept and retained for at least two (2) years in the offices of the respective building owners. The records shall contain: 1. A brief description of each activity, event, performance, etc., including date, time, and location; 2. The name and signature of the person who performed each requirement; and 3. The date and time when each requirement was performed. B. Such records shall be made available upon request of the State Fire Marshal.