MGL 148

Question 1

When shall the investigation into a fire or explosion that has destroyed or damaged property begin

Answer 1

Forthwith after such fire or explosion

Question 2

If it appears to an investigator that a fire is suspicious, in violation of law, or he is unable to determine the cause, when shall he notify the marshal?

Answer 2

Immediately

Question 3

All other fires (not suspicious etc.) shall be reported to the marshal within ____?

Answer 3

48 hours, excluding Sundays and holidays, in writing

Question 4

Innholders and institutions shall be inspected how often?

Answer 4

Every 3 months

Question 5

The punishment for shutting down a sprinkler system without a permit is?

Answer 5

Imprisonment for not more than one year or by a fine of not more than than $1,000

Question 6

Any person who wantonly or recklessly violates the state building code or state fire code and thereby causes serious bodily injury or death to any person shall be punished by ?

Answer 6

A fine of not more than $25,000 or by imprisonment in the state prison for not more than 5 years or in a house of correction for not more than 2 1/2 years, or both

Question 7

Any owner, occupant, lessee or other person having control or supervision of any assembly use group building, as defined by the state building code, and who causes or permits a dangerous condition to exist on the premises at anytime shall be punished by ——

Answer 7

A fine of not more than $5,000 or by imprisonment in the house of correction for not more than 2 1/2 years or both
A second violation is $25,000 fine, 5 years in state prison or 2 1/2 years in house of correction