Open Air Burning By-Law

Question 1

What is the permitted size for a “standard open air burning” outdoor fire under the City of Hamilton Open Air Burning By-law Open Air Burning permit?

Answer 1

A) 1m x 1m x 2m high

B) 2m x 2m x 2m high

C) 2m x 2m x 1m high

D) 1m x 1m x 1m high

Answer C

Question 2

According to Open Air Burning By-Law No. 02-283; who can enforce the Open Air Burning By-Law?

Answer 2

A) The Fire Chief

B) The Chief Fire Prevention Officer

C) An Assistant to the Fire Marshall

D) All oft the above

Answer D

Question 3

According to Open Air Burning By-Law No. 02-283; what is the required clearance that must be maintained between outdoor fireplaces and combustible materials?

Answer 3

A) 1m

B) 2m

C) 3m

D) 4m

Answer C

Question 4

According to Open Air Burning By-Law No. 02-283; what is the required clearance between a “standard open air burning” size pile and combustible/structures?

Answer 4

A) 30m

B) 15m

C) 25m

D) 20m

Answer A

Question 5

According to Open Air Burning By-Law No. 02-283; in a standard open air burn pile, vegetation must be cleared for what distance around the burning material?

Answer 5

A) 1m

B) 2m

C) 3m

D) Not applicable

Answer B

Question 6

According to Open Air Burning By-Law No. 02-283; what is the maximum size permitted for a recreational campfire?

Answer 6

A) 1m x 1m

B) 1m in diameter

C) 0.6m x 0.6m

D) 0.6m in diameter

Answer D