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The Fire Marshal's office is staffed with four uniformed personnel and
one full time clerk. They have the responsibility to investigate all fires
for cause and origin. Other responsibilities include annual building inspections
to enforce the Connecticut State Life Safety Fire Code, deliver plan reviews
for new businesses construction and renovations, issue permits for hazardous
materials and explosives, and assist other agencies in developing plans
for general fire prevention. In addition they assist with organizing and
implementing the Public Fire Education programs. The staff works closely
with other city agencies to help ensure that a reasonable standard of
housing and safety is maintained.
Public Fire Education:
The Department utilizes on duty fire companies, the Fire Marshal's Office,
Fire Alarm and Training Divisions, and administrative staff to deliver
fire education programs to age groups from pre-school to senior citizens.
Fire prevention, survival from fire, and the proper use of fire extinguishers
are just some examples of this program. Call 630-5868 to schedule a program.
The Fire Marshal's staff is available for inspections for the following
license renewal:
Liquor Permit
Youth Camps
Food Service
Tents
Certificate of Occupancy
Amusements/Rides
Rooming House License
Burning Permit
Health Care State Certificate
Blasting Permit
Group Home
Fireworks/Display/Transportation
Day Care
Inspections of 3 family homes
Clinic
Movie/Cinema
Most of these require inspections, which are conducted by appointment.
Please call our office at 203.630.4010 to schedule an inspection so that
the proper certificate is issued in ample time.
Other inspections and services conducted by the Fire Marshal’s
Office are:
Fire Investigation
Emergency Generator
Hood Duct
Fuel Tank
Hood Suppression System
Oil Truck
Fire Alarm
Mercantile
Sprinkler Test
Hotel/Motel
Fire Stopping
Knox Box
Havac
Plan Review
Elevators
Haz Mat Emergency
Code Interpretation
Water Flow Tests
Department Information:
Office
City Hall
Room 15
142 East Main Street
Meriden CT 06450
203.630.4010 Fax 203.630.4278
Fire Marshal
