Vulnerable Occupancies

Providing a fire-safe environment to vulnerable residents of single-family homes, care occupancies, care and treatment occupancies, or retirement homes is a priority for Fire Services.

We provide a range of services to ensure vulnerable residents live in a fire-safe environment.

Think Ahead is a program designed to bridge the gap in home fire safety for families supporting children or adults with special needs and disabilities.

This fire safety program includes a home visit, providing an opportunity for firefighters and families to discuss:

  • Fire prevention strategies
  • Options to make early smoke and fire detection accessible for individuals of all abilities
  • Emergency planning
  • Home escape planning

The home visit also provides an opportunity for families and firefighters to meet face-to-face in a low-stress environment, potentially reducing anxiety for the individual with special needs in the event of a fire emergency.

If you would like more information about Think Ahead, contact a member of our Public Education team by phone at 905-623-5126 or by email.

What to expect from Fire Services

Fire Prevention Inspectors will meet regularly with owners or operators to:

  • Ensure obligations under the Ontario Fire Code are met.
  • A fire drill must be carried out once a year for a scenario approved by the Chief Fire Official and representing the lowest staff level complement.
  • The Chief Fire Official must be notified within a time period approved by the Chief Fire Official of every drill carried out.
  • An inspector must observe the fire drill.
  • An inspector must conduct a fire safety inspection.

Learn more about the requirements for Care Occupancies, Care and Treatment Occupancies, and Retirement Homes.

Contact Us

Address: 40 Temperance Street, Bowmanville, ON L1C 3A6

Phone: 905-623-3379
TTY: 1-844-790-1599

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