Fire risks associated with physical hazards and unsafe behaviors are managed through education programs and facility audits. Educating the campus community about fire prevention and emergency procedures is the principal means of protection from fire loss. Fire protection specialists provide information to the campus community on fire related issues and advice on Fire Prevention Code requirements as well as current fire protection practices. Services include surveying campus facilities for fire safety. Fire protection systems are inspected and tested by Facilites Management technicians.
Special emphasis is placed on life safety in residential and public buildings.
Major public assemblies are monitored for life safety. Fire Marshals investigate fires occurring on the College Park Campus. The cause and origin of fires are determined, and if arson is suspected, the investigation is coordinated with the University of Maryland Police Department. Click Here to see more information about Fire Safety.