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Landlords’ Responsibilities for Fire Safety in Ontario

Landlords’ Responsibilities for Fire Safety in Ontario:     Who is Responsible for Fire Safety? According to the Fire Code, the owner of the property is responsible for carrying out its provisions. In the case of rental properties, this means the landlord is responsible for ensuring compliance with fire safety requirements. This includes installing and maintaining

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Director Jason Benn’s blogpost

Making the Case for Rural Water Tank Implementation       A Lifeline for Firefighting For rural properties, access to reliable water sources can make all the difference in an emergency. When wildfires or structure fires strike, having a dedicated water tank for firefighting can help protect homes, livestock, and land. Why Install a Firefighting

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Laurentian University is pleased to partner with the Office of the Fire Marshal and Emergency Management (OFMEM) in a university-level program of instruction that provides the knowledge to then complete the IFSAC and Pro Board® certification process for the National Fire protection Association(NFPA) Standards managed by Academic Standards & Evaluation (AS&E) within the OFMEM. Four courses are required to earn the following:
Statement of Professional Learning [SPL] – Specialization in Fire Scene Management and Investigation

For full details click NFPA 1033 – The Office of the Fire Marshal and Laurentian University