Fire Codes, Permits and Inspections

Alarm systems

Alarm Systems Bylaw #3716 helps to reduce the number of times emergency services are dispatched to false alarms.

Many systems are prone to false alarms, which prompt the immediate dispatch of police and/or fire resources.

The bylaw includes information about registering alarm systems and outlines penalties for repeated false alarms.

Alarm systems must be registered prior to being activated.

• Alarm system registration form (PDF)
• Alarm system appeal form (DOC)
• Alarm system rebate form (DOC)
• Alarm Systems Bylaw #3716

Codes and standards

The Alberta Fire Code and Alberta Building Code are available for viewing at:

Fire Station #2

1303 Trans Canada Way SE

Medicine Hat Public Library

414 1 Street SE

Construction site fire safety plan template

Before the start of construction, alteration or demolition, a fire safety plan must be prepared for the site and be approved by Medicine Hat Fire & Emergency Services.

• Large buildings, including multi-residential
• Small buildings & minor renovations including single family dwellings

Dangerous goods

Operators should be familiar with the dangerous goods routes and bylaw information. If you wish to deviate from the dangerous goods bylaw, a permit is required. 

Dangerous goods permit application form

Fire inspection

The following resources are provided to help ensure your building and business is compliant with the National Fire Code Alberta Edition:

• Alberta Fire Code pre-inspection checklist (PDF)
• Fire safety plan template (DOC)
• Fire protection deficiency reporting (PDF)
• Fire protection monthly inspection and test report (PDF)
• Straw or hay bales for public display (PDF)

Fire watch

As an owner of a building, you are responsible for the safety of your occupants. When a fire protection system is impaired, a fire watch may be required in order to ensure safety of building occupants. 

• View the list of duties
• Download a log sheet

Fireworks and pyrotechnics

Only licensed professionals are permited to discharge fireworks or pyrotechnics. Use the following form to apply (please allow for 14 days to process application):

Fireworks and pyrotechnics permit application form

Property search request

If you are looking for some historical information on a property related to storage tanks, property and/or fire inspections, environmental incidents, please fill out the following form:

Property search request application form

Rental properties

• Fire safety in rental units

A special event is any occasion, indoors or outdoors, that differs from the regular use of a space. Examples may include concerts, rodeos, street festivals, fundraisers, and public celebrations. Fire service reviews these events to make sure everyone stays safe.

Special Event Guidelines - what you need to know

Special events permit application form