Collected by: Oklahoma Department of Libraries

Archived since: Mar, 2011

Description:

The Fire Marshal agency is charged with the responsibility of enforcing the codes and standards relative to fire and life safety adopted by the State Fire Marshal Commission and as designated by state statutes. The State Fire Marshal or his agents investigate acts of arson, or attempted arson, or conspiracy to defraud, and keep records of such investigations. The agents of the State Fire Marshal carry out an extensive fire prevention inspection program in nursing homes, schools, child care centers, hospitals, and other public-use buildings. The agency issues orders for condemnation or repair of dangerous or dilapidated buildings that constitute a hazard to life or other property. The State Fire Marshal examines plans and specifications of certain types of new construction or remodeling to see that they meet minimum fire safety requirements. This agency is authorized to assist any city, town or county in the enforcement of the building codes and standards adopted by the State of Oklahoma.

Subject:   Government,  Government - US States