Fire Prevention Division

An assistant chief heads the fire department's fire prevention division. The division includes three assistant fire inspectors and 11 shift inspectors. Currently, the department has 18 certified fire safety inspectors.

Fire Safety Education

Fire safety education is one of the Murfreesboro Fire Department's primary goals. Fire safety education is the key to saving lives and is taught throughout the year. the department's main focus is on home fire safety because 80 percent of fire deaths occur at home. Inspectors also educate area business people on fire safety.

Smoke Detectors

For detailed information on the types of smoke detectors, see Information on Smoke Detectors: Ionization and Photoelectric.

Plans Review

The fire prevention division is also responsible for city commercial plans review. All site plans are reviewed by the fire department prior to submission to the planning commission. Site plans are reviewed for access, fire hydrant location, water supply and code compliance.

Fire Inspection

The third area of responsibility is inspection of new and existing buildings. During new construction, Inspectors check sprinklers, standpipes, fire alarms, emergency lighting, exit lights, fire extinguishers and fire pumps.

Fire Investigation

Finally, the fire prevention division is responsible for investigating fires to determine the origin and the cause of a fire including arson.