FIRE PREVENTION BUREAU

Work Description

Investigations
The Fire Prevention Bureau is a section of the Building and Safety Department. The Fire Prevention Bureau is mandated under the International Fire Code, 2006 Edition to determine the cause and origin of every fire in Lincoln, NE. This task is carried out by any of the seven full-time Fire Inspectors/Investigators. Each Fire Investigator is a highly trained individual with specialized training in arson investigations, explosive ordinance disposal and identification determination as members of Lincoln’s Bomb Squad, and many other up-to-date technical collection methods. Each Fire Inspector/Investigator is constantly attending conferences and seminars around the country to aid in their fire investigation techniques.

Codes & Standard
The Fire Inspectors/Investigators of the City of Lincoln, NE have dedicated their efforts to the effective code and standards administration and enforcement. These efforts are achieved through consultation, plan examinations, inspections, and the issuance of permits.