Fire Prevention
The office of Fire Prevention is responsible for all matters related to fire safety through the development and enforcement of the State Uniform Fire Code.
Hours
Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Contact Us
Fire Official
David Knoll-Korver
phone: 973-383-1817 ext.11
fax: 973-383-0566
email: fireprevention@lafayettetwp.org
Secretary
Stephanie Pizzulo
phone: 973-383-1817 ext.11
fax: 973-383-0566
email: landuse@lafayettetwp.org
Notices
Ten Tips for Fire Safety
Fire Prevention Month is upon us, I'd like to take this time to remind you to change the batteries in your smoke detectors when you change your clocks! Below are some simple fire safety tips we can all follow to reduce the risk of fire in our community! I hope you all have a safe and healthy fall and holiday season. As always you can reach our office at any time with any comments or concerns! Reach us at fireprevention@lafayettetwp.org and/or https://www.sdlportal.com/towns/nj/sussex/lafayettetwp
David Korver, Lafayette Township Fire Prevention Fire Official
Ten Tips for Safety
- Install smoke alarms on every level of your home, inside bedrooms and outside sleeping areas.
- Test smoke alarms monthly. Replace batteries at least once a year.
- Have a family fire escape plan and practive the plan twice a year.
- If there is a fire in your home, GET OUT, dial 911, and don't go back inside.
- Keep matches and lighters out of the reach of children.
- Use flashlights during power outages, not candles.
- Never leave a burning candle unattended.
- Turn off space heaters when you leave the room and don't leave them unattended.
- Only use smoking materials outside.
- Keep flammable items away from anything that can get hot, such as space heaters.
Click here for the Ten Tips for Fire Safety Flyer
Forms
Forms can be found on the Forms and Applications page.