The Fire Marshal’s Office has the primary responsibility of coordinating, conducting, or investigating the following:
- Commercial Inspections
- Day Care and Home Day Care Inspections
- Fire Lane Violations
- Foster Home Inspections
- Hazardous Materials Releases and Environmental Incidents
- Illegal Use of Fireworks
- Life Safety Complaints
- Origin and Cause of Fires
- Plan Reviews
- Public Education Programs
- School Inspections
Fire Investigation & Prevention
The Fire Marshal’s Office investigates fires for origin and cause, and is responsible for filing appropriate criminal charges that may arise from an investigation. Fire prevention activities include business/commercial inspections, review of new building plans, and design approval of fire alarm and sprinkler systems.
Public Protection Classification (PPC®)
Since 2003, the City of Friendswood has maintained a Class 3 Public Protection Classification (PPC®) rating from the Insurance Services Office (ISO).
Public Education Programs
Fire & Life Safety public education programs are presented year-around by request from the public.
