Fire Safety

	Fire Safety/ Fire Marshal's Office

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	The Fire Marshal's Office is responsible for: managing the University's compliance with the State Fire Prevention Code and other applicable fire safety laws and standards; providing fire safety education and training; investigating all fires that occur on University property; and performing plan review and construction inspections. Life safety is the primary objective of the fire safety program. DES Fire Marshals are delegated fire prevention and investigation authority by the Maryland State Fire Marshal. Programs include: fire exit drills; fire safety education f or students, faculty, and staff; fire inspections of campus buildings and public assembly events, emergency procedure planning and training, fire data analysis, code consultation, general fire safety issue consultation, coordination and issuance of required permits, fire investigations (investigations involving crimes are coordinated with UMPD). Construction plan review and associated inspection services are provided by the Code Services Unit of the Fire Marshal's Office. This Unit reviews campus and capital construction and renovation projects for structures owned or operated by the University of Maryland, on property owned by University of Maryland, and for campuses served by the UM Service Center (includes Bowie State University, UMES, Salisbury University, Universities at Shady Grove, UMUC, Frostburg State University). Projects and facilities are designed and constructed in accordance with the State Fire Prevention Code, the Maryland Building Performance Standards, and other applicable regulations. UM projects are also designed in accordance with the Design Criteria and Facilities Standards (DCFS) Manual. Life safety systems (fire alarms, sprinklers, fire extinguishers, and generators) are serviced by Facilities Management Operations and Maintenance. To report problems call the Work Control Center at (301) 405-2222. Fire suppression (firefighting) and emergency medical services are provided by the Prince George's County Fire & EMS Department (PGFD). PGFD Station 12 is a University building which houses the College Park Volunteer Fire Department (CPVFD). The following fact sheets are available on this page: Emergency Management Fire Prevention/Protection First Aid	The Fire Marshal's Office inspects all campus buildings. DES Fire Marshals are in attendance at all large scale public assembly events and work closely with event staff.

	Manuals, Guidelines, Policies
	University of Maryland Policy Concerning Fire Emergencies University of Maryland Policy on Means of Egress Fire & Life Safety Planning & Management Guide for Public Assembly Events Greek Facilities Fire Safety & Loft Guide Fire Watch Procedures for Greek Facilities (Also available in ) Residence Hall Fire Safety Plan (Also available in ) Regulations For Indoor Display of Evergreen Trees (Christmas Trees) Regulations for Halloween Decorations & Haunted Houses Emergency Response Guide Tent Guidelines

	Information
	2009 Annual Fire Safety Report Explosives Laws Fire Inspection Program for Greek Facilities, presented at the 42nd International Conference on Campus Safety (June 1995). Fire on Campus - includes information on what to do if there is a fire, surviving building fires and preventing fires. Holiday Safety Tips Winter Holiday Safety Tips Halloween Safety Tips UL and the NFPA Offer Tips for Holiday Season Safety Video demonstrates why it is so important to keep a tree well watered or to have a fire-retardant, artificial tree. Hot Work Permit Frequently Asked Questions UL's Dorm Room Safety 101 Stop Static - Motorist should be cautious of static electricity at gasoline pumps, which can potentially cause a fire and result in serious injury and property damage. Warning, Halogen Lamp Fixtures Cause Fires Hazards from Furnaces, Space Heaters and Fireplaces Watch the Get Out and Stay Alive Student Housing and Fire Survival video now. This video may also be borrowed by anyone wishing to view it or make a fire safety presentation. Copies are available from the Department of Environmental Safety main office in the Chesapeake Building, Department of Resident Life North Campus Office in LaPlata Hall, Resident Life South Campus Office in Calvert Hall, and the Campus Programs Office in the Stamp Student Union. The Get Out and Stay Alive video and its accompanying training kit are designed to educate college students about the importance of day-to-day fire safety and prevention measures in residence halls and off-campus housing. DES was very involved in the production of Get Out and Stay Alive. Portions of the video were made on the University of Maryland campus.

	Fire Safety in Off-Campus Housing
	For information on fire prevention, evacuation and questions to ask before signing a rental agreement, visit: Answer these 10 questions before signing a rental agreement Fire Safety 101: for Colleges and Universities Fire Safety - People with Disabilities

	Looking for Forms?
	Hot Works Permit Open Fire Permit (available in or ) Public Assembly Event Self-Check (available in or )

	Related Sites
	Campus Firewatch Center for Campus Fire Safety College Fire Safety Forum College Park Volunteer Fire Department FEMA (Federal Emergency Management Agency) Fight Safety Tips Fire & Safety Resource Directory Fire Safe Student Housing: A Guide for Campus Housing Administrators Fire Protection Engineering University of Maryland Flammable Garment Warning Maryland State Fire Marshal National Fire Protection Association U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission United States Fire Administration