Fire Safety Inspection Agreement

FIRE SAFETY INSPECTION AGREEMENT

This Fire Safety Inspection Agreement (Agreement) is entered into as of Effective Date: by and between Client Name: and Service Provider Name: .

RECITALS

WHEREAS, Client occupies or controls the premises located at Inspection Location: (Premises) and requires a fire safety inspection and related services; and

WHEREAS, Provider is qualified and willing to perform fire safety inspections, testing of fire protection equipment, evaluation of means of egress, and preparation of written inspection reports in accordance with this Agreement; and

NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual covenants contained herein and other good and valuable consideration, the receipt and sufficiency of which are acknowledged, the parties agree as follows:

SCOPE OF WORK

Provider shall perform a professional fire safety inspection at the Premises. Services shall include, without limitation, visual inspection of fire detection and alarm systems, fire suppression equipment, portable extinguishers, emergency lighting, exit signage and means of egress, and identification of apparent deficiencies or code nonconformances. Provider shall prepare and deliver a written inspection report documenting findings, recommendations for corrective action, and priority for remediation.

INSPECTION SCHEDULE & DELIVERABLES

Inspection Type: One-time Quarterly Semi-annual Annual

PAYMENT TERMS

Client shall pay Provider the fees set forth below in full and in accordance with the schedule. All fees are due in United States dollars unless otherwise agreed in writing.

Late Payment: If Client fails to pay any undisputed amount when due, Provider may assess interest at a rate of on the outstanding balance, and recover reasonable collection costs and attorneys' fees incurred in enforcing payment.

TERM AND TERMINATION

Term: This Agreement shall commence on Start Date: and, unless earlier terminated in accordance with this Section, shall continue until End Date: .

Either party may terminate this Agreement for convenience upon written notice delivered at least days prior to the effective termination date. Either party may terminate for cause if the other party materially breaches this Agreement and fails to cure the breach within days after receipt of written notice specifying the breach.

CONFIDENTIALITY

The parties acknowledge that, in the course of performance, each may receive Confidential Information of the other. "Confidential Information" means nonpublic information that is designated as confidential or that a reasonable person would understand to be confidential given the nature of the information and the circumstances of disclosure. Each party shall (a) protect the other's Confidential Information with at least the same degree of care it uses to protect its own confidential information, but no less than reasonable care; (b) use Confidential Information solely for performance of this Agreement; and (c) not disclose Confidential Information to any third party except to employees, agents, contractors or consultants who need access to perform this Agreement and who are bound to confidentiality obligations no less protective than those hereunder. Confidentiality obligations do not apply to information that is publicly available through no fault of the receiving party, already known to the receiving party at time of disclosure, rightfully received from a third party without breaching an obligation of confidentiality, or required to be disclosed by law or court order (provided that the receiving party provides prompt written notice and cooperates in any lawful effort to limit disclosure).

INSURANCE, LIABILITY, AND INDEMNIFICATION

Provider shall maintain, at Provider's expense, commercial general liability insurance and professional liability insurance in amounts customary for fire safety inspection services. Provider's liability for damages arising out of or related to this Agreement shall be limited to direct damages not to exceed the total fees paid by Client under this Agreement for the applicable inspection. IN NO EVENT SHALL EITHER PARTY BE LIABLE TO THE OTHER FOR CONSEQUENTIAL, INDIRECT, PUNITIVE, OR EXEMPLARY DAMAGES. Provider shall indemnify, defend and hold Client harmless from and against any claims, losses or liabilities arising from Provider's gross negligence or willful misconduct in performance of the services.

COMPLIANCE WITH LAW

Provider shall perform services in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws, building and fire codes, and industry standards in effect at the time of performance. Provider's inspection and report are for general assessment and compliance guidance only and do not constitute a certification or guarantee that the Premises complies with all code requirements.

REPORTS AND RECORDS

Provider shall provide a written inspection report to Client in electronic or printed form as specified in the Report Delivery Timeline. Provider shall retain inspection records for a period of following completion of the inspection, unless otherwise required by law.

CANCELLATION; FORCE MAJEURE

Either party may reschedule or cancel an inspection upon written notice delivered at least prior to the scheduled inspection. Neither party shall be liable for delays or failure to perform due to causes beyond its reasonable control, including acts of God, fire, flood, war, strike, or governmental action; timely notice of such event shall be provided to the other party.

GOVERNING LAW; ENTIRE AGREEMENT

This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of without regard to conflict of law principles. This Agreement, including any attachments or exhibits executed contemporaneously, constitutes the entire agreement between the parties with respect to the subject matter hereof and supersedes all prior or contemporaneous oral or written agreements, proposals, or representations. Any amendments or modifications must be in writing and signed by both parties.

NOTICES

All notices required or permitted under this Agreement shall be in writing and delivered by hand, certified mail (return receipt requested), or commercial overnight courier to the addresses set forth above or to such other address as a party may designate by written notice. Notices shall be effective upon receipt.

MISCELLANEOUS

If any provision of this Agreement is held invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect. The headings in this Agreement are for convenience only and shall not affect interpretation. Neither party may assign its rights or delegate its obligations under this Agreement without the prior written consent of the other, except that Provider may subcontract portions of the inspection work provided Provider remains responsible for performance and compliance with this Agreement.

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