This Act concerns the prevention and the management of fires in Ontario, it consists of 79 sections and is divided into 12 Parts. Part I provides definitions, Part II concerns responsibility for fire protection services, Part III is dedicated to the Fire Marshal, Part IV to the fire code and Part V to the rights of entry in emergencies and fire investigations. Part VI covers inspections and Part VII offences and enforcement. Part VIII is dedicated to the recovery of costs while Part IX regulates employment and labour relations of fire fighters. Part X continues in operation the Fire Safety Commission and Part XI establishes and regulates the Fire Marshal’s Public Fire Safety Council. Part XII contains miscellaneous provisions, among others, on indemnification and on damages for accidental fire.
Canada · 1997-05-27