This is a museum of a non-profit organization dedicated to collecting, conserving, and sharing the heritage of African American firefighters. Museum exhibits display wide array of firefighting gear and equipment.
LAFD Brush Clearance Unit is responsible in ensuring that properties comply with the Fire Code relative to brush clearance and care. Citizens can find fire prevention policies and regulations, general and specific vegetation requirements, basic and detailed inspection process, brush clearance ... (see full description)
The Los Angeles Fire Department is pleased to provide disaster preparedness training for your community or business group. The Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) program is a 17 hour disaster preparedness course designed for business and community organizations in the City of Los Angeles. This ... (see full description)
L.A. Fire Department/Film Unit provides Uniform Fire Safety Officers (UFSO) to Film Production Companies. The Film Unit permits special effects activity in the City as well as conducting field inspections at studios an on location. The Film Unit issues permits for the following in conjunction with ... (see full description)
A program has been developed to eliminate illegally parked vehicles in posted locations within the "Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zones." This is to comply with the City's Ordinance No. 177215. Residents should observe parking restrictions, especially on narrow roads, to allow quick ... (see full description)
The primary responsibility of this assignment is to maintain channels of communications between citizens of the community and the administrative offices.
To report a suspected violation of indoor smoking in a workplace, restaurant, bar, or night club, call the Los Angeles Fire Department No-Smoking Enforcement Violation line at (213) 978-3568 to initiate enforcement.
Process certifications of candidates to fill all Department vacancies, schedule all Department uniform three whole score interviews, process promotional appointments, and participate in employee orientations. Administer Department selection process. Take service pension applications. Issue, ... (see full description)
Photographs and videotapes Firefighting & EMS incidents and City of LA sponsored events.
All uniformed members of the Fire Prevention Bureau that maintain the rank of Fire Captain and/or Fire Inspector. Performs fire & life safety functions during filming, special events, festivals, firework displays, sporting events, parades, parties, concerts, activities located in the Very High ... (see full description)
leaking fire hydrants- Leaking Hydrant calls should be routed through the DWP customer contact center 1 800 3425397. Hydrant water line locations should be directed to the Fire Hydrant Unit 213 481 5288.
The Los Angeles Fire Department is pleased to offer guidance for your testing of Fire Protection Equipment in accordance with Chief's Regulation Number 4.
Inspectors assigned to this Unit prepare unresolved violation cases for submission to the City Attorney's for legal action. Coordinate legal action and court cases regarding violations Fire Code, Title 19 & 24 CCR, Department liaison for CA's, DA's and other govt agencies. Enforce and regulate ... (see full description)
Enforces fire and life safety regulations in public assemblage i.e., restaurants, night clubs, stadiums, theaters, large hotels and apts over 6 stories motion picture and tv studios, reviews plans for approval and inspecting trade shows, fireworks, circus, conventions, exhibits, street fairs, ... (see full description)
You can request Fire Prevention Records for structures inspected by Fire Stations. These records pertain to smaller commercial occupancies and apartment houses under three stories. (Does not include Bureau Occupancies - See Bureau of Fire Prevention and Public Safety.
The Los Angeles Fire Department - Research Unit provides assistance for inquiries on fire code and other technical service related information.
The Hazardous Materials Unified Program Issues Permit for Businesses that store Hazardous Materials or generate Hazardous Waste. Completion of Unified Program forms packet; Compliance with local, state and federal laws.
The Hazardous Generator Waste Program includes all businesses which generate wastes classified as hazardous under Federal Law (RCRA or the Resource Conservation Recovery Act) and/or State Law (Chapter 6.5 of the Health and Safety Code). This program includes facilities that operate onsite hazardous ... (see full description)
LAFD High-Rise Unit is responsible for building inspections, investigate complaints, approve permits under Division 4 and 5, asbestos abatement, sprinkler retrofit, new construction, evacuation plans and signage, fire safety training and education for high-rise occupancies.
Hydrants - Fire Stations report damage and/or inoperable hydrants like leaking hydrants, etc. Access - Building Plan Checks & Water Flow New Construction and Installations
A special permit is required if the use of liquid fueled stoves, torches, and fire posts by artisans.
The Fire Department inspects hospitals, convalescent hospitals, sanitariums, jails, prisons, and reformatories for fire life/safety hazards, new construction, additions, and alterations. Additionally, it conducts inspections for nursing homes, family home care, and group homes caring for people on a ... (see full description)
LAFD Historical Society is a non-profit organization managed by a special group of active and retired firefighters, individuals, families, children and charitable organizations. LAFDHS is working to preserve the history of the department and opened two public museums that houses restored apparatus, ... (see full description)
These Fire Prevention Units are responsible in ensuring that building plans and specifications are in compliance with the Fire Codes before issuing Fire Permits.
The Los Angeles Park Rangers improve Los Angeles park patrons' recreational experience by insuring a safe and comfortable park environment and protect the natural resources of city parks. The Park Ranger Division of Recreation and Parks respond to 12 regional facilities: Griffith Park, Elysian Park, ... (see full description)
The public is encouraged to report brush fire hazards. When calling to report a hazard be prepared to provide the following information: callers name, address, contact number, assesor parcel number and provide the assesor parcel number and or address of the location where the hazard including a ... (see full description)
The Los Angeles Fire Department - Planning Section handles requests for statistics on the department's composition and activity levels of its fire resources.
All Fire Station carry sandbags and some also provide the sand to fill the sandbags. For Valley residences, these are Fire Stations 24, 28, 86, 88, 99, 106, 108, and 109, for the rest of the City, these are Fire Station 19, 21, 23, 27, 38, 41, 44, 47, 61, 64, 71, 82, 85, 94, 101. Please see web site ... (see full description)
The Los Angeles Fire Department - Arson - Custodian of Records Unit handles requests for copies of Fire Investigation Reports for fires that were investigated by the Arson Investigation Section.
The Los Angeles Fire Department Holiday Toy Program for Needy Children collects "new unwrapped" toys or sporting goods and are distributed to identified recipients prior to December 25. Donations may be dropped off at your local Fire Station in Southern California during the holiday ... (see full description)
The Los Angeles Fire Department - Underground Storage Tank (UST) Program is oversees businesses that own or operate an underground storage tank. To request for UST File Review, please call (213) 482-7115.
Contact the Brush Clearance Unit at (818) 374-1111 for more information and/or to obtain a copy of the "Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone Map". You can also contact your local fire station at http://lafd.org/find-a-fire-station/399-station-list
