TX HHS Form 5605. Life Safety Code Overview Worksheet

The TX HHS Form 5605, Life Safety Code Overview Worksheet, is a tool used to determine whether a home meets the requirements of the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 101 Life Safety Code (LSC). This form helps program providers assess the life safety features and capabilities of a home, particularly in situations where there is no current inspection from the local fire marshal.

The form requires information such as the address of the home, date of last fire inspection, evacuation capability (E-Score), and notes on inspecting authority, fire sprinkler type, and minimum construction. It also includes a series of questions to evaluate the home's compliance with LSC standards, including the presence and maintenance of escape pathways, means of escape from bedrooms, and operable windows.

This form should be used by program providers when reviewing homes that do not have a current inspection from the local fire marshal. The Architectural Unit will use the information provided on this worksheet to determine whether a home is in compliance with NFPA 101 LSC or requires staff attention.