In federal facilities, to whom should inspectors report hazards or violations to seek corrective action?

• A. Local fire department
• B. Federal agencies
• C. State regulations office
• D. Private owners

Answer: (B)

In federal facilities, the authority to enforce fire safety and corrective actions rests with the federal agency that oversees that site. When hazards or violations are found, inspectors should report them to that cognizant federal agency so the issue can be addressed within the federal regulatory framework and action can be mandated and tracked through the proper channels. Local fire departments handle emergencies and local enforcement, but they don’t have enforcement authority over federal properties. State regulation offices enforce state codes rather than federal requirements, and private owners aren’t involved in federal facilities since these sites are government-owned. Reporting to the federal agency ensures the right level of authority and coordination for corrective action.