About The Fire Prevention Bureau
Under the direction of the Fire Chief, the Redwood City Fire Prevention Bureau comprises of the following personnel:
- Fire Marshal (shared with San Carlos Fire Department)
- Deputy Fire Marshal
- 4 Fire Prevention Officers
- Fire Prevention Secretary
The functions of the Fire Prevention Bureau include the following:
- Fire Safety Plan Review
- Fire Inspection of new and existing construction
- Consultation with prospective developers and builders on public safety issues
- Fire Investigation
- Mitigating complaints and other fire hazards
- Fire Public Education
- Participate in community outreach programs
- Juvenile Fire Setter Intervention Program