Fire Prevention Programs
Fire Prevention Programs
Seven Fire Prevention Inspectors and one Chief Fire Prevention Officer are assigned to prevent and reduce the loss of life and property through proactive inspections, inspections on complaint/request and proactive public education programs. The four goals of the Fire Prevention Division are:
- Ensure public education programs are offered and available to all age demographics, with a focus on high-risk populations to preserve life and property.
- Conduct fire safety inspections of all occupancies to match the needs of the communities we serve.
- Ensure fire cause and origin determination to effectively analyze and effect improved loss control.
- Work in conjunction with the City Building Department to ensure new buildings are designed, built and tested to current life safety standards.
Outreach & Prevention Programs
Kindergarten Fire Safety Program
The kindergarten school Fire Safety Program educates all kindergarten children within the city in proper fire safety procedures and techniques to approximately 200 kindergarten classes per year.
Grade Four Fire Safety Program
The Grade Four Safety program educates all the grade four children within the City of Kingston on the importance of home smoke and carbon monoxide alarms, how to complete a home fire safety inspection and discussions around safe cooking practices.
Fire Extinguisher Training
Fire Inspectors conduct extinguisher training at our Regional Training Centre (live fire) or at various workplaces using virtual technology.
TAPP-C Program
The TAPP-C Program addresses juvenile fire setting in children ages two to seventeen. It is a collaborative program involving the Agency’s Fire Inspectors and Kingston’s mental health professions working towards eliminating dangerous fire setting behaviours.
Smoke Alarm Program
The Fire Prevention Division coordinates a smoke and carbon monoxide alarm program to reinforce compliance of provincial regulations. The program includes proactive inspections, creating public awareness and provision of alarms as required for the protection of the occupants.
Fire Prevention Week
As part of Fire Prevention Week, the Fire Prevention Division conducts focused events, fire station tours, fire drills and fire safety demonstrations to enhance fire and life safety throughout the community.
Public Relations Events
Firefighters and Fire Inspectors attend numerous events through the community to interact with the public and distribute fire prevention materials.
Daycare Visits
Firefighters attend numerous daycares upon request so the youngest community members may meet the firefighters and learn about community helpers.
Guides/Scouts
Fire Inspectors teach the basic of fire safety to Brownies/Cubs and Guides/Scouts. The chemistry of fire is introduced to the groups with some hands-on fire extinguisher training.
Disability Program
Inspectors provide information to individuals with special needs; explaining the services available to assist them in an emergency and action to take in the event of an emergency.
Seniors Older and Wiser Program
Inspectors provide information to seniors on safety precautions they should be taking and actions to take in the event of an emergency.
Additional Outreach Programs
Public Education is provided to the public about fire safety and regulations by:
- Hosting and participating in public education events and training sessions to promote fire safety.
- Developing and distributing educational materials.
- Using social media to promote fire safety.
Note: Kingston Fire & Rescue is an emergency service and does not offer birthday party events.
Station Tours
The Fire Prevention Division provides various groups the opportunity to visit a fire station or truck visit, meet the firefighters and receive fire prevention tips.
Please review the Fire Truck booking guidelines or Fire Station visit guidelines before filling out the online application form.
If your request complies with the guidelines, you can expect a reply to your request within five business days.
For more information
Email: fireprevention@cityofkingston.ca
Phone: 613-548-4004 Ext. 5124
Please allow 2-3 business days for an initial response after leaving a voicemail or sending an email. Phone lines are monitored during regular office hours Monday to Friday.
