Many people don't think that a fire "will ever happen to them" however each year citizens continue to be injured or killed and millions of dollars in damage are incurred as the result of fires. Most fire related injuries and deaths occur in the home, a place where most of us feel the safest. Fire prevention saves lives!
For more information on how to be proactive regarding fire and other emergency situations visit Be Prepared Grey Bruce Huron.
| Fire Safety Tips |
| Owner and Tenant Responsibilities for Smoke Alarms |
The Ontario Fire Code sets responsibilities for owners/landlords and tenants regarding smoke alarms under the Fire Protection and Prevention Act, 1997, S.O. 1997, c. 4 including:
Landlords, please use our Landlord Alarm Verification Form to verify that your tenants have working carbon dioxide and smoke detectors in your rental units. |
| Carbon Monoxide Detectors Mandatory in Residential Homes |
Ontario mandated carbon monoxide detectors in all residential homes under the Ontario Fire Code.
Carbon monoxide alarms can be hardwired, battery-operated or plugged into the wall. Homeowners and landlords can also contact Brockton's Fire Prevention Officer for questions regarding their specific building. Landlords, please use our Landlord Alarm Verification Form to verify that your tenants have working carbon dioxide and smoke detectors in your rental units. |
| Fire Prevention on the Farm |
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Farms and rural properties have unique fire risks. Contact the fire prevention department to request a free fire safety assessment as the first step in creating your farm fire prevention plan or use the links below to help reduce the risk of a fire at your property. Remember, most fires on farms could have been prevented with simple fire safety measures and regular equipment and electrical checks.
Before you start a burn on your farm you must request permission from the Municipality. Find out more on our Burn Permits page. |
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Fire Prevention Week |
| Every fall we remind Brockton residents of the importance of fire safety with our Fire Prevention Week programming. Visit our Fire Prevention Week page to learn more. |
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Contact Us
Dave West
Fire Prevention Officer/Health and Safety Coordinator
Walkerton Fire Department, 510 Napier Street, PO Box 68, Walkerton, ON N0G 2V0
Phone: 519-881-0642
Fax: 519-881-1877
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Chris Wells
Director of Fire and Emergency Services
Walkerton Fire Department, 510 Napier Street, PO Box 68, Walkerton, ON N0G 2V0
Phone: 519-881-0642
Fax: 519-881-1877
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