Fire Marshal

Additional duties imposed by the statute on the FMO are:

• Investigation of cause, origin, and circumstance of all fires
• Issue permits for use, transportation, and storage of explosives in compliance with State Explosives Regulations.
• Investigate complaints concerning explosives
• Inspect explosive storage magazines
• Spot-check all job sites where explosives are being used.

• Notify the Labor Commissioner of fire hazards found in manufacturing establishments.
• Enforce statute regulating the installation and use of space heaters.
• Connecticut Flammable and Combustible Liquids regulations.

• Inspect all cargo tank vehicles that transport flammable and combustible liquids, in accordance with regulations.
• Issue certificate of approval to each vehicle once it’s in compliance
• Annual inspection of all gasoline stations.

• Conduct site inspections of tents and portable structures for compliance with the Connecticut Fire Safety Regulations.

• Conduct review of plans and specifications for various occupancies and facilities being proposed within the Town for compliance with the Connecticut Fire Safety Regulations.

• Attend mandatory schools and seminars to keep abreast of the codes, regulations and new technology.

• Required to be certified by the State Fire Marshal.

• Required to maintain ninety (90) hours of continuing education credit over three (3) year periods.

• Provide safety tips and give advice to the general public.

• Upon receiving a complaint, inspect one and two family dwellings to assure the statutory requirements regarding smoke detection and warning equipment are satisfied.

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