All Questions

Barbecues

Are barbecues allowed on apartment balconies?

Borrowing Resources

Can I borrow books from the Fire Sciences Library or Resource Centre?

Fire Department Telephone Numbers

I cannot find the phone number for my "local" fire department, without dialing "911", can you help me?

Fire Safety Information

Whom can I contact for fire safety information?

General

• What is the difference between the "local" fire department and the Office of the Fire Marshal?
• Who are assistants to the Fire Marshal, and what is their role?
• Who are Chief Fire Officials, and what is their role?
• What is a Life Safety Study?
• The smoke from my neighbour’s chimney is blowing into my bedroom window. Isn’t there something in the Fire Code that will stop this?
• How many copies of plans do I need to submit for plan review?
• What is a door closer, and why do I need one on my apartment door?

Inspections

• Whom do I contact for fire safety inspections?
• I have a basement apartment. Whom do I contact for an inspection?

Investigations

How do I obtain a copy of a fire investigation report?

Offices and Hours

• Where are you located?
• What are your hours?

Outdoor Burning

My neighbour is burning a pile of leaves in his yard. Is this safe and is it allowed?

Purchasing or Viewing Legislation

How can I obtain a copy of the Fire Protection and Prevention Act, 1997 and the Fire Code?

Radioactive Materials Notification Card

Where do I obtain the radioactive materials card to be recorded with my local fire department?

Smoke Alarms

• Can you recommend a smoke alarm and where I can buy one?
• Where should I install my smoke alarm?
• How do I maintain my smoke alarm?
• What is the proper way for me to dispose of my old smoke alarms?

Training and Education

Do you have any recommendations on what courses to take or what college to attend for firefighting or fire investigation work?