Fire Prevention

Fire Department

The Fire Prevention Bureau's main objective is fire prevention and awareness through a proactive approach to fire and life-safety.

This is accomplished through

enforcement of Fire, Building, and the Life-Safety Code
investigating of fires for cause and origin
fire and life-safety inspections
construction and certificate of occupancy inspections
plan review of all new construction
witnessing the testing of all fire and life-safety systems such as fire alarms, emergency lighting, sprinklers, etc.
public education and fire safety awareness programs.

The Fire Prevention Bureau is also responsible for the record keeping of fire reports and the monthly statistical report, State reporting, computer technology for the Fire Department, and responding to citizens inquires and concerns. We also provide public information during and after incidents.

Fire Department Inquries.jpg Schedule the Fire Department to witness a fire/life safety drill