Prevention & Preparedness

Fire Prevention and Community Safety Division (FPCSD) is dedicated to the prevention of fires and preparedness for emergencies through education, inspections, investigations, and emergency readiness in consideration of fire or life safety as well as the economic impact of emergencies.

FPCSD provides numerous services to the citizens and business community of Grapevine that include:

• Fire Code Inspections
• Fire Investigations
• Construction and New Development
• Permits
• Public Safety Education or Juvenile Fire Intervention

Whether it be a training class to a staff at a nursing home or digging through the rubble of a burned home, the talented and technical staff of the FPCSD is ready to provide you the finest service we can. Those assigned to FPCSD are certified through state standards and meet the highest qualifications in regards to knowledge of codes and standards to serve the citizens, guests and employees in Grapevine.

NOTICE: Safety Tips to Be Ready.

Cooking is the leading cause of building fires in Grapevine. When you cook, do not leave cooking unattended. Set a minute timer to peridically check your cooking for 10-15 minute intervals. Always ensure your fire or heat is off if you have to leave. We recommend you procure a stove top fire suppression device for residential use. You can find these online under various names.

Working smoke alarms are required in all new homes and older homes should have them installed. Besides fire sprinklers, smoke alarms offer one of the best chances to escape a fire in you home. Plan now, test it monthly, replace any batteries when the time changes.