Fire Marshals Association of West Virginia

06/19/2026

Food Truck Safety is extremely important!
Here is some great information.

Remember, ALL mobile food units operating in West Virginia must have an annual approval by the WV State Fire Marshal in the interest of Public Safety!

Recent news of a Tennessee couple who were badly burned in an explosion involving their food truck demonstrates the critical importance of fire safety when it comes to mobile and temporary cooking operations.

Requirements outlined in NFPA 1, NFPA 96, NFPA 10, and other codes and standards can help keep food trucks safer from fire and explosion hazards.

Visit our informational webpage to explore FAQs related to food truck fire safety and download a free, two-page fact sheet:
https://www.nfpa.org/education-and-research/building-and-life-safety/food-truck-safety

06/18/2026

🍂🔥 JOIN US IN MARTINSBURG THIS FALL! 🔥🍂

The Fire Marshals Association of West Virginia is excited to provide additional information about our 2026 Fall Conference, taking place September 23-24, 2026, at the Holiday Inn - Martinsburg, WV!

This two-day educational event is designed for fire marshals, inspectors, code officials, fire service personnel, building officials, healthcare facility professionals, architects/engineers, and anyone else involved in protecting lives through code enforcement and fire prevention.

📅 September 23-24, 2026
📍 Holiday Inn - Martinsburg, WV
💲 Conference Registration: $200
🏨 Room Block Rate: $119/Night

✅ Lunch Provided on September 23
✅ Evening Social on September 23 (details coming soon)
✅ Hotel & Online Registration Links Coming Soon

Featured Educational Topics:

📚 NFPA 241 - Construction Site Inspections
🏫 Educational Occupancies - Codes & Standards Overview
🏥 NFPA 99 Healthcare Facilities
• Chapter 5: Medical Gas & Vacuum Systems
• Chapter 6: Electrical Systems
🏢 NFPA 101 Chapter 43
• Alterations, Renovations & Change of Occupancy
🔍 Occupancy Classification Recognition
• Understanding and correctly identifying occupancy classifications

🎓 Educational Provider: Senez Consulting, Inc.

Whether you're a seasoned professional or new to the field, this conference offers valuable training, networking opportunities, and practical knowledge that can be applied immediately in your community.

We look forward to bringing together fire and life safety professionals from across the state and beyond as we continue working toward a safer West Virginia!

🔥 Mark your calendars today and plan to join us in Martinsburg!

🚒🏢📖🔥

06/18/2026

Sharing for public knowledge!

06/17/2026

We agree Delegate Ryan Browning!
Great Advice. Check those Smoke Alarms!
Kudos to WVU Fire Service Extension for presenting this report during Interims!

Interims at Canaan were very informative this month. We heard two reports in Gov Org:

Fire Prevention gives updates on WV's high rate of fire related deaths.
Our state has one of the highest fire death rates in the nation. Especially in rural, low-income, elderly, and mobile home communities. Many lives could be saved with one simple step: Checking and installing smoke detectors!! Working smoke alarms save lives.
Install them on every level of your home, inside and outside bedrooms. Test them monthly, replace batteries twice a year, and replace the entire unit every 10 years.

Don’t wait for a tragedy, check yours today!

On a brighter note,

Ascend WV is growing strong! Tourism Secretary Chelsea Ruby shared that the program has received over 87,800 applications, welcomed 1,400+ new residents with a 96% retention rate, and is bringing new talent and energy to our communities.

We can protect our vulnerable neighbors and build a stronger West Virginia. Check those smoke alarms this week!

06/14/2026

🚒 KEEP FIRE LANES CLEAR 🚒

Fire lanes are not parking spaces. They are not loading zones. They are not waiting areas.

Fire lanes are designated emergency access zones that must remain clear at all times.

West Virginia State Fire Code prohibits vehicles from parking in or obstructing designated fire lanes. Conviction of a fire lane violation under State Fire Code is a misdemeanor and may result in a fine of up to $100 and/or up to 90 days in jail.

When a fire lane is blocked, emergency responders lose valuable time reaching people and property in danger.

The Fire Marshals Association of West Virginia supports the enforcement of fire lanes as an important measure to protect the public and ensure emergency access when it matters most.

🚒 Keep Fire Lanes Clear.
🚒 Protect Lives.

06/13/2026

Great Opportunity to witness some live action sprinkler demonstration!

The final side-by-side sprinkler demonstration burn at the Tri-State Fire Academy will be Monday at 10:00 a.m. Anyone who lives, works, or is considering occupancy in a sprinkler-protected building is encouraged to attend.

06/12/2026

Congratulations to Wheeling Fire Department Assistant Chief and Fire Marshals Association member Deric Jamison on his well earned retirement!! Thank you sir for 33 years of service!!

06/10/2026

🏆 Nominations Are Now Open! 🏆

The Fire Marshals Association of West Virginia is now accepting nominations for the 2026 Life Safety Advocate of the Year Award!

This award recognizes an individual who has made a significant contribution to improving fire and life safety in West Virginia through leadership, advocacy, education, public outreach, professional service, or other efforts that have positively impacted our communities.

Do you know someone who has gone above and beyond to promote fire and life safety? Now is the time to recognize their dedication and accomplishments.

📅 Nomination Deadline: August 28, 2026

📝 **Submit a Nomination Here:**
https://forms.gle/u5iKSu1j9YYDXuLz5

Using the online nomination form helps streamline the review process and ensures all nominations are received in a consistent format for consideration.

The recipient will be announced and recognized during the 2026 FMAWV Fall Conference.

Please help us honor those who work every day to make West Virginia safer.

06/08/2026

One of the many reasons fireworks are regulated by state codes and law. Think of not only the loss of revenue and time from the interstate being shut down, but the damage and danger caused by the illegal (attempt) of transporting fireworks!