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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Fire Suppression Systems: Special Hazards

Licensing Licensing Information & References: License Information & References Fire Suppression Systems: License Application FSS Certificate Holder Application FSS Exam Requirements In House Fire Suppression Systems: In House License Application In House FSS Certificate Holder Application FSS Exam Requirements Public Fire Suppression License Listings: Fire Suppression Companies Quality Assurance Forms Special Hazard Certificate of Inspection […]

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Fire Suppression Systems: Sprinklers & Standpipes

Licensing Licensing Information & References: License Information & References Fire Suppression Systems: License Application FSS Certificate Holder Application FSS V Certificate Holder Application FSS Exam Requirements In House Fire Suppression Systems: In House License Application In House FSS Certificate Holder Application FSS Exam Requirements Public Fire Suppression License Listings: Fire Suppression Companies Quality Assurance Forms […]

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Fire Alarm Systems & Central Station Monitoring

Fire Protection Company Licensing Licensing Information & References: License Information & References Fire Alarm Systems: License Application FASS Certificate Holder Application FASS Exam Requirements In House Fire Alarm Systems: In House License Application In House FASS Certificate Holder Application FASS Exam Requirements Central Station Monitoring Systems: Central Station Application Public Fire Alarm License Listings: Fire […]

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Tank Plan Submittals

Tank Application Is your tank site plan drawn to scale and does it include the following information? Do you have the following items ready for submittal? Installations Required To Be Submitted All flammable & combustible liquid installations:

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Building Plan Submittals

Please scroll down to select the application that best describes your project. New Building Application Required for any new structure used or intended for supporting or sheltering any use or occupancy. Please be sure to include the following with your application: Provide the project name with address and the county tax parcel number. Provide the […]

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Site Plan Submittals

A site plan submittal is required if a new building or addition is proposed, or any change of use, or if the footprint (foundation) is affected, or if a subdivision is proposed. The site is reviewed for emergency vehicle access, fire lanes, water mains, hydrants, building use & construction. Refer to the “Site Plan Submittal” […]

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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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