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State Fire Marshal

A Division of the Minnesota Department of Public Safety
 

January 2023

We need your help this legislative session​

Make your voice heard this legislative session. State Fire Marshal Jim Smith asks in this article for the fire service's help to get important initiatives passed. He also introduces DPS Commissioner Bob Jacobson.

Data remains key to fire prevention

Chief Deputy State Fire Marshal Amanda Swenson talks about why data is so important to preventing fire deaths.

Training opportunities abound in early 2023

Code Development and Training Specialist Dan Buchholz offers a few reminders about the use of space heaters, and lays out upcoming training opportunities.

What's on the SFMD fire code page?​ 

Fire Code Specialist Tom Jenson talks about a treasure trove of fire code information that is available on the SFMD website. 

Child Care Center Inspections in Minnesota​

Learn more about child care inspections in Minnesota in this article by Residential Care and Lodging Team Supervisor Ryan Whiting.

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