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The Kingsville Fire Department is committed to protecting life, property and the environment through emergency response, fire prevention-code enforcement, and public fire safety education.
Fire Code Requirements |
The Fire Code is a regulation made under the Fire Protection and Prevention Act, 1997. Division A, 1.2.1.1 states, "Unless otherwise specified, the owner is responsible for carrying out the provisions of this Code". The Fire Code can be accessed (free of charge) on e-Laws website. Contact the Kingsville Fire Department if you have any questions regarding compliance with the Fire Code. |
Green Flashing Lights |
Legislation was enacted on December 9, 1994 to amend the Highway Traffic Act, 1990 (HTA, 1990) that allows firefighters to display a flashing green light on their personal vehicle when responding to emergencies. The use of flashing green lights on vehicles is restricted to the Ontario Fire Service. Please be courteous and yield the right of way if you see a vehicle displaying a flashing green light. Thank you for your consideration. |
Seconds Can Save a Life |
Minutes can seem like an eternity to those waiting for help. Every day, police, fire and ambulance vehicles respond to urgent calls. Precious time lost getting there could mean the difference between life and death. As a driver, you can do your part to help save lives. Reacting to an emergency vehicleThere are certain steps you need to take when an emergency vehicle is approaching in either direction. On a multi-lane highway
On a two-lane road
On a one-way street
In an intersection
Approaching a stopped emergency vehicle"Slow Down, Move Over": if you see an emergency vehicle or a tow truck with its amber lights flashing stopped facing the same direction you are going, slow down and pass with caution. If the road has two or more lanes, you must leave a lane of space between you and the emergency vehicle, if you can do so safely. Tips
Visit Ministry of Transportation Safety home for more safety tips. |
Public Education |
We have the following programs available:
Fire Safety Talk / Presentation Adults Ages 18+ Youth Ages 7 - 17 Children Ages 4 - 6
Fire Station Tour
TAPP-C The Arson Prevention Program for Children
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Smoke Alarms |
Most fatal fires occur at night when people are asleep. Early detection is key so that you can use your home fire escape plan to exit a burning structure safely. Working smoke alarms can save your life and cost as little as $10.00.
Smoke alarms are also law. You must have a working smoke alarm on every storey and outside all sleeping areas in Ontario.
2.13.2.1.(1)Smoke alarm installation requirements
According to Ontario Fire Code 2.13.2.1.(1), you must install a smoke alarm:
Smoke alarm guides
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Carbon Monoxide Alarms |
Carbon monoxide (CO) is a by-product of incomplete combustion. CO is invisible, odourless and colourless. Exposure to CO can cause flu-like symptoms such as headaches, nausea, dizziness, burning eyes, confusion, drowsiness and loss of consciousness. In severe cases, CO poisoning can cause brain damage and death.
The proper installation of working CO alarms is important in order to alert you to CO so that you can take proper action to keep safe.
Ontario fire code installation requirements 2.16.2.1.(1) If a fuel-burning appliance or a fireplace is installed in a suite of residential occupancy, a carbon monoxide alarm shall be installed adjacent to each sleeping area in the suite. Note: There are other requirements for the installation of CO alarms in multi-unit buildings (i.e. apartment buildings). Please contact the Kingsville Fire Department if you have questions on the installation of CO alarms.
Carbon monoxide alarm guides
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Residential Sprinkler Systems |
Residential sprinkler systems lower the damages created by fire and makes your home safer. When building a new home, consider asking your builder to install sprinklers.
PSA Video Sprinklers Save Lives - Building More Resilient Communities
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