It is the mission of the Division of Fire Safety, Office of the State Fire Marshal to prevent deaths, injury and property loss due to fire, building collapse and hazardous materials incidents throughout the State, to promote the establishment of a safe environment for the citizens and visitors of New Hampshire, through education, inspection, engineering, enforcement of building and fire codes, and to ensure the safe and efficient coordination of hazardous materials emergency responses.  We are dedicated to thoroughly investigating the origin and cause of fires and explosions throughout the state, prosecuting those responsible when crimes are committed, upholding the finest traditions of the fire service and law enforcement.

The Division of Fire Safety is headed by State Fire Marshal J. William Degnan. The current term of office for the State Fire Marshal runs through March, 2012.