State Fire Marshal, John W. Rudd, has ordered a Burning Ban, beginning October 15, 2024, for all outdoor burning, as current conditions throughout the State of Delaware are extremely dry and pose a fire hazard. Effective immediately, the following are prohibited: bonfires, controlled burnings (including burning of leaves and yard waste), agricultural burnings, fires for land clearing, fires for demolition and removal of hazards, and outdoor rubbish fires (whether or not contained). More Info

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Fire Extinguishers

Licensing Licensing Information & References: License Information & References Fire Extinguishers: Fire Extinguisher Application Public Fire Extinguisher License Listings: Fire Extinguisher License Holders

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Quality Assurance Program

The Office of the State Fire Marshal requires, testing, inspection, and maintenance of all fire protection systems and fire extinguishers. As a condition of being licensed by the Office of the State Fire Marshal, all licensed companies must submit an Annual Certificate of Inspection within 30 days of completing an inspection. Major Deficiency’s must be […]

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Licensed Public Fire Protection Companies & Testing Applications

The Office of the State Fire Marshal licenses all companies and individuals who design, install, test, inspect, and maintain fire protection systems (fire alarm, sprinkler, suppression, etc.) and fire extinguishers in the State of Delaware. The requirements include NICET certification and testing on the current Delaware State Fire Prevention Regulations. Office of the State Fire […]

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Fire Protection Systems Licensing Requirements & Quality Assurance Forms

Fire Alarm Systems & Central Station Monitoring Fire Suppression Systems: Sprinklers & Standpipes Fire Suppression Systems: Special Hazards Fire Extinguishers Fire Suppression Systems: Commercial Cooking Hood Suppression (Pre-Engineered)

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