What is the inspector's responsibility when advising during a court case?

• A. Facts pertaining to the case
• B. Legal strategies
• C. Jury selection
• D. Court scheduling

Answer: (A)

In court, the inspector’s role is to present facts about the case. This means recounting what was observed during inspections, the conditions found, dates and times, measurements, and the documentation or photographs that support the findings. The inspector should stick to those factual elements and the code-based basis for any enforcement actions, rather than offering legal advice or courtroom strategies. Legal strategies, jury selection, and court scheduling are responsibilities of attorneys and the court, not the inspector. If needed, the inspector can explain how the factual findings relate to applicable fire code provisions to show why a violation existed, but they should remain within the scope of factual testimony rather than legal advocacy.