Vermont Division of Fire Safety
Office of the State Fire Marshal, State Fire Academy, and State HAZMAT Team
Mission Statement
The mission is to protect lives and property with a coordinated effort in code enforcement, fire service training, public education, and hazardous materials response.
The Division of Fire Safety provides a number of services related to the safety of residents and guests of the State. The Division has four Regional Offices that provide the review of construction documents, permitting, inspections, safety education and training, data management, product or site investigation and response to emergencies. The Fire Academy provides training, certification, data management and training resources for the fire service, and support of the Fire Service Training Council.
The Division of Fire Safety Central Office provides support for the four Regional Offices, the Fire Academy, and State HAZ-MAT Response Team. The Central Office manages data for the National Fire Incident Reporting System, certification of technically qualified people for specialty trades, technical assistance, appeals, administrative orders and penalties, fire safety education, technical training, public outreach, and provides support for the various State Safety and Licensing boards.
Latest News
Code Changes
Proposed Changes to Access Rules 2012
New Vermont Commercial Building Energy Standards - 2011 effective December 15, 2011
New Vermont Fire Safety Electrical Rules - 2011 effective June 1, 2011
New Vermont Plumbing Rules -2009 effective December 15, 2010
2010 Report of the State Fire Marshal
The Division of Fire Safety annually publishes the Report of the State Fire Marshal. This report is a statistical analysis of fire and emergency incidents Statewide with other fire safety information. It is designed to equip the fire service and others with information about fire problems in Vermont.
How to File a Safety Complaint
If you have a complaint regarding fire safety contact your landlord or building owner in an effort to resolve the issue. A formal complaint may be submitted by completing the form below and either mail, fax, or drop off to the appropriate Regional Office (see Regional map). Upon receipt the Division of Fire Safety will schedule an inspection with the building owner.
The Division of Fire Safety is responsible for fire safety related issues including; smoke and carbon monoxide alarms, electrical safety, heating appliance safety, exiting, and plumbing. It is common to redirect complaints to Other State or Municipal Agencies when it is determined the division has no jurisdiction (example: lead and asbestos abatement, rodent infestation, and trash removal).
DFS Fire Safety Complaint Form
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