05/08/2025
You Asked... We Answered...
You Asked:
What is the correct number for the authority having jurisdiction for the Fire Watch?
We Answered:
The Ohio Department of Health (ODH) has updated their Fire Watch Procedures Template and has included the correct contact information for the Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) which is defined as an organization, office, or individual responsible for enforcing the requirements of a code or standard, or for approving equipment, materials, an installation, or a procedure. The contact information for the authority having jurisdiction is the Ohio Department of Health and the contact information is:
LeadingAge Ohio encourages members to make sure they are using the most current version of the Fire Watch Form which can be found on the ODH Fire Safety webpage.
