HFD FIRE PREVENTION

Hattiesburg Fire Department is an organization of dedicated professionals who are committed to serving the citizens of Hattiesburg by protecting life, property and the environment through prevention, education, emergency medical, civil defense and fire service.

FIRE PREVENTION

Through our fire prevention division, HFD enforces the City’s fire code through regular compliance inspections of city businesses, plan review of fire protection issues involving commercial construction and occupancy compliance in public assemblies. The prevention division also manages the department’s fire cause and arson investigations.

For businesses in the Hattiesburg area, the Fire Department recommends the installation of the Knox Box Security Entry System. The Knox Box system saves time, money and damage for area businesses. This computer-controlled security system enables firefighters to gain after-hour access at a business without delay during an emergency incident. Without this system in place, fire fighters must either force entry to the business – which causes damage – or await the arrival of a key holder, which may cause additional damage from hidden fire or similar condition. To discuss installation of the Knox Box System please call the Fire Prevention Administrative Office at

601.545.6678.

FIRE SAFETY & EDUCATION

The Hattiesburg Fire Department continues to increase its involvement in neighborhood and community events, including safety presentations at neighborhood meetings, medical stand-bys at sporting events and school visitations. If you would like to have a representative from the Fire Department to attend your event, please send your request by filling out the form below. 

RESOURCES

• US Fire Administration
  The U.S. Fire Administration (USFA) reviews and collects resources that can be used in public outreach activities to help keep children safe from fire. Explore these materials to learn more about discussing fire safety for children with parents, teachers and other caregivers.
• National Fire Protection Agency
  If you’re a teacher or safety educator, the National Fire Protection Agency (NFPA) provides high-quality, free resources: downloadable educational programs, lesson plans, tip sheets, videos, and more. Strategies are integrated throughout their programs to reach those at highest risk including young children, older adults, people in low-income communities, and people with disabilities.

SPECIAL REQUESTS