Fire Prevention
Fire Prevention and Education is key to keeping our community and residents safe. It is an effective way of being proactive. The Fire Prevention and Education Division visits many local schools to educate children about fire safety and prevention as early as possible.
Smoke Detectors
The best way to prepare you and your family for the possibility of a fire is to ensure you have proper working smoke detectors throughout your home. For more information about the importance of smoke alarms, check out our Smoke Alarm Facts.
Carbon Monoxide
Carbon monoxide (CO) is a colourless, odourless, tasteless and toxic gas and is often referred to as the “silent killer.” When inhaled it reduces the blood’s capacity to transport oxygen throughout the body. It can poison the body quickly in high concentrations or slowly over long periods of time.
The Fire Prevention and Education Division wants all residents to be aware of the potential dangers of this harmful gas. For more information on keeping yourself and your family safe, please see Carbon Monoxide – The Silent Killer.
Prince Edward County Fire & Rescue is advising residents to prepare for the changes in carbon monoxide alarm requirements coming into effect on January 1, 2026.
The new regulations under the Ontario Fire Code are designed to strengthen public safety and minimize the risk of carbon monoxide poisoning.
As of Thursday, January 1, property owners must ensure:
- A carbon monoxide alarm is on every storey that does not contain a sleeping area (for example, a main floor or basement).
- A carbon monoxide alarm is adjacent to every sleeping area in your home
- In multi-unit residential buildings, carbon monoxide alarm requirements apply to individual units based on the presence of fuel-burning appliances or attached garages and may also apply to public corridors served by fuel-fired equipment.
Homeowners must make sure their homes are compliant with the new regulations, while landlords are responsible for rental properties.
If you have questions about the updated requirements, please contact Prince Edward County Fire & Rescue at 613.476.2345 or fire@pecounty.on.ca.
For Students
It is important for students living in our community to be aware of ways to prevent fires and be safe in the event of a fire. The Fire Prevention and Education Division wants students to be aware of the steps they can take to stop fires from happening. For more information, we encourage County youth to check out our Tips for Students.
Public Education
By placing a key focus on public education, the Fire Prevention and Education Division of Prince Edward County Fire & Rescue encourages residents to explore opportunities to educate themselves about fires and fire prevention. Fire Hall tours, Fire Extinguisher training, the Fire Safety House and Fire Safety talks are offered by the Fire Prevention and Education Division for any members of the public who are interested in increasing their awareness of fire safety.
If you are interested in participating in any upcoming public education training opportunities or to find out more, please contact the Prince Edward County Fire & Rescue Administration Office by email or telephone or visit them at:
8 McDonald Drive
Picton, ON
K0K 2T0
613.476.2345
fire@pecounty.on.ca
Fire Prevention Week
Prince Edward County Fire & Rescue is urging families in the County of Prince Edward to ensure their homes have working smoke alarms and to support the many public safety activities and efforts of Prince Edward County Fire and Rescue services.
Having working smoke alarms and a plan to help you escape is the best chance to keep you and your family safe in the event of a fire, it’s also the law.
Safety Inspections
The Fire Prevention and Education Division offers several types of safety inspections to homeowners, residents and businesses. To schedule a Fire Safety Inspection please contact the Fire Prevention Officer or the Prince Edward County Fire & Rescue Administration Office located at 8 McDonald Drive in Picton, 613.476.2345.
Types of Safety Inspections
- Home Inspections – Fire Safety, Fire Escape Planning
- Group Home Inspections
- Day Care Inspections
- Yearly Inspections
- In-Services – Fire Extinguisher Training, Drills
