1. Permits and Building Design
a. Facilities maintain valid fire licenses or permits as mandated by law. If required
by law, such license or permit must be displayed in a visible location.
b. Facilities obtain valid construction approvals as mandated by law. If the local
law does not provide for such approvals, a certification by a third party civil or
structural engineer that the facility is structurally sound must be obtained.
c. As mandated by law, facilities must obtain and maintain valid zoning permits as
well as permits for intended use.
2. All facilities, regardless of the number of workers, are required to comply with local
law and regulations and any applicable standards.
3. Facilities with fewer than 10 workers are encouraged to consider the controls
outlined in the following standards that apply to the scope of your operation to help
ensure a safe facility.