fire marshal

American  

noun

1. an official heading a bureau for the prevention or investigation of fires.

2. a person who has charge of the fire-prevention equipment and personnel of an industrial plant.

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fire marshal British  

noun

1. a public official responsible for investigating the causes of fires, enforcing fire prevention laws, etc

2. the head of a fire prevention organization

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Etymology

Origin of fire marshal

First recorded in 1860–65

Example Sentences

“The fire marshal believes they have the fire under control. I spoke with the state’s attorney and, given Gabriel’s age, they don’t want to press charges just yet.”

From Literature

The Los Angeles Fire Department declined to comment on the single stairway proposal, saying it is under review by the city fire marshal.

From Los Angeles Times

The state fire marshal’s office is leading the investigation and the Yolo County district attorney’s office is providing oversight in the event that charges are filed, according to county officials.

From Los Angeles Times

The fire marshal regulates oil and gas pipelines across the state, and must approve the pipelines’ full restart, which is key to the company’s commercial success.

From Los Angeles Times

A special unit with the LAPD’s Newton Division that monitors illegal types of events became aware of the party and notified the Los Angeles Fire Department’s fire marshal.

From Los Angeles Times