Frequently Asked Questions

The answer to this question is no. A permit will not be given for the burning of brush at a residence. For details see

If it is an incident report or an inspection report; call the Fire Marshal’s Office at (860) 584-7964 ext. 8102, Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm with the date and address of the incident or the address of the building that was inspected. A copy of the completed report will be made available via mail, fax, or pickup. The cost is $0.50 per page payable at the time of request.

No, do not drop off hazardous materials at the city fire stations.

Inspections of coal / wood / pellet stoves are only by permit through the Building Department. Call the Building Department for details at (860) 584-6215.

The State of Connecticut General Statue Title 29 Chapter 541, Section 29-305 mandates that each local fire marshal shall inspect or cause to be inspected at least once each calendar year and as often as necessary in the interest of public safety all apartment buildings within their jurisdiction. A pamphlet was created by your local Fire Marshal’s Office explaining the City of Bristol Fire Marshal’s Apartment Building Inspection Program. The pamphlet explains the objective, procedure, most commonly asked questions, procedures to change an apartment building to a two family residence, and procedure for building permits for fire code updates. This is a must read for existing apartment building owners and future owners. A copy can be obtained by calling (860) 584-7964 ext. 8102.

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Sand bags are available at Engine Company 4 on 17 Vincent P. Kelly and Engine Company 5 on 285 Mix Street. The sand is available at the City Yard.

Yes, and no. While backyard campfires may be allowed in certain circumstances, any fire that does not follow the guidelines of the burning ordinance, or creates any type of hazard as determined by the fire officer on scene, will be extinguished.

Call the Fire Prevention Division at 860-584-7964 ext. 8104, M-F between the hours of 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. and you will be directed to the proper person to schedule your presentation.

Anytime! The only caveat is that they may be on a call, or may have to go on a call while you’re visiting.

No, Bristol Fire Department is a career department with no volunteer staff.

You can fill out an online application on the Personnel page on the City of Bristol website.

Yes, the Bristol Fire Department does have a program targeting one- and two-family dwellings of low-moderate income families.

The best thing is to plan ahead. Refer to DEMHS, GetReady CT, FEMA sites for a wealth of information regarding emergency planning in the home. As with fire exit drills, the best thing to do is make a plan and practice that plan regularly.

Contact the BFD’s juvenile fire setter program at 860-584-7952.

Although the BFD does not have an explorer program, there is an active intern program administered through the local high school guidance departments.