Fire Prevention Bureau
Fire Official:
Richard P. Neale
Fire Inspectors:
Location: 880 Bloomfield Ave. Verona, NJ 07044
General Office Hours: 8:30 AM- 4:30 PM Monday-Friday
Contact:
- Telephone: (973)-857-4761
- FAX: (973)-857-5272
About:
The Fire Official and his designees provide a varied type of Inspections for the Sale of Homes, Inspection of Life Hazard Uses and Fire/Safety Assessments. The Office of the Fire Official provides for Fire Prevention/Educational programs, along with a Public Affairs image that emphasizes good Fire/Safety habits and programs. Lastly, the Fire Marshal is responsible for initiating and following up with all investigations resulting from Fires in the community. The various activities of the FPB are supported by the Verona Volunteer Fire Department, Police and Construction Office. It is through a TEAM effort that the effects of a solid Fire Prevention Program can set forth and realized. On-going training and supervision are the capstones to the success of the FPB.
Forms/Documents:
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Requirements for Home/Apartment/Condo Sale and Rental Inspections
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Certificate of Compliance Application for Home/Apartment/Condo Sale & Rental Inspection
Fire Extinguisher Disposal:
Old or discharged fire extinguishers are classified as hazardous waste or material. They must be disposed of properly through the Essex County Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day Program. This event is held twice a year – typically in May and October in Cedar Grove – refer to the Essex County Website for dates – www.ecuanj.com/newsevents.html
Old or discharged fire extinguishers cannot be put in your household recycling bin, normal garbage collection or bulk pick-up.
DO NOT BRING THE EXTINGUISHERS TO A FIRE HOUSE!
Seasonal Safety & Information:
Fire Safety Checklists for Homeowners
Legal Fireworks Information:
Home Sprinklers:
Safety Tips:
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Reducing Pollutants & Safety Threats from Burning of Wood During Colder Months
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Top 9 Fire Safety Tips for Christmas Trees, Holiday Lighting