Fire safety, standards and reporting

Last updated on August 1, 2024

The Office of the Fire Commissioner (OFC) provides:

  • Applicable legislation and codes
  • Firefighter, fire inspector and fire investigator standards and training
  • Fire incident reporting
  • Fire service awards
  • Fire prevention education resources

Fire legislation, regulations, and codes

Fire safety and prevention is governed by legislation and regulations. 

Standards and training

Minimum standards and training for inspectors, investigators and firefighters are issued and provided by the Office of the Fire Commissioner.

Fire incident reporting

Specific fires are required to be reported.

Fire service awards

Firefighters and citizens may be eligible for award. 

Local Assistants to the Fire Commissioner

This role supports the fire commissioner in administration of fire legislation.

Education and social media resources

Emergency education programs and toolkits to build awareness in your community.

 

Contact the Office of the Fire Commissioner

Ask a question or get more information about fire safety, prevention and education.