The Fire Prevention Office provides for the safety of the citizens through inspections and strict enforcement of the Melbourne and state fire prevention codes, through fire investigations, and through community education. The office is a section of the Code Compliance Division of the Fire Department. To request inspections, information, classes, or presentations, or to give confidential information concerning a fire, or to request investigation reports, call the Fire Prevention Section at 321-608-7900.

Community Education Activities

Community educators of the Fire Prevention Section provide citizens with current fire and life safety information and techniques as well as safety tips for your home. Presentations include fire/life safety for children in day cares, pre-schools, elementary schools, and youth groups. Training is available in portable fire extinguisher use, hurricane preparedness, fire/life safety techniques, as well as fall prevention for the elderly, and fire drill procedures.

Fire Inspection

All fire inspections, other than those for new construction, are assigned to the Fire Prevention Office. Inspections include day care, annual state required fire inspections, special activity permits, and commercial inspections. The office also reviews fire and evacuation plans for facilities including commercial and medical/health.

Open Burning

For open burning (for clearing land, controlled burns, etc.) please complete the Florida Forest Service's Web-Based Open Burn Authorization Request or call 407-888-8760. The Forest Service will perform on-site inspections and compliance checks to ensure all restrictions are met and followed.