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HomeMy WebLinkAboutSpecial Inspection Correspondence 1989-5-2 \.)f';\I-e... . . ,\ DEVELOPMENT SERVICES ADMINISTRATION PLANNING / BUILDING PUBLIC WORKS METROPOLITAN WASTEWATER MANAGEMENT 225 FIFTH STREET SPRINGFIELD. OR 97477 (503) 726,3753 May 2, 1989 Mark Steele, Manager Bob's Restaurant 5803 Main Street Springfield, OR 97478 * RE: Electrical Inspection Referral Dear Mr. SteeLe: On April 24, 1989 at the request of the Springfield Fire and. Life Safety Department, I visited your business to inspect the location of the electrical service equipment which was reported to be in a concealed location. I apologize for any misunderstanding or misconception that resulted from my inspection visit. It was never my intent to act in a manner that could be perceived as unprofessional or in a threatening demeanor. As a Springfield employee, I am committed to the belief that service to the community is my primary responsibility and to provide that service in a responsive and effective way in order to help make our City a safe place to live and work. As you are aware, my visit to your place of business was motivated by a referral that noted a potential electrical safety hazard. Article 230-70 (A) of the State Electrical Specialty Code provides in part: The service disconnecting means shall be installed inside or outside a building or other structure at a readily accessible location. Service equipment shall not be located in closets, cupboards, bathrooms, attics, or over grounded equipment. The reason for this requirement is for the electrical disconnecting means to be visible and readily accessible to all users or occupants of the building in an emergency situation and/or for safe maintenance. , ~ . , \ or. It is my desire to resolve this issue satisfactory manner. If you have any assistance, please feel free, at your at 726-3663. Sincerely, //~ i:~ ~urraf Electrical Inspector cc: Dave Puent, Building Official Michael Kelly, City Manager #529 .. in a cooperative and mutual questions or if I can be of convenience, to contact me .)