Community Risk Reduction

Fire Prevention

The Fire Prevention Division's main objective is to reduce the risk of fire thus protecting the lives, welfare, and economic vitality of our community. We do this by providing a variety of services such as public fire safety education, investigation of fires, plan checking of new construction and tenant improvement projects, issuing permits for various operations involving fire safety, and enforcement of California Fire Code regulations.

1. Check Before You Burn

   Check to see if there are any burn bans in your area before starting a fire.

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2. Request an Appointment

   Request an appointment for Fire Prevention Services.

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3. Safety Education

   The Modesto Regional Fire Authority is committed to achieving a significant reduction in the number of preventable fires, consequent loss of life, injury to persons and damage to property.

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4. Sprinkler Requirements

   Automatic fire sprinkler systems are required to be installed in many buildings located in the areas served by the Modesto Fire Department (MFD).

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5. Self- Inspection Checklist

   Follow these self-inspection guidelines to identify common fire hazards and decrease the chances of a destructive fire.

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