🔥 Fire Prevention & Inspection Program
The Zion Fire Rescue Department is actively involved in fire prevention activities every day. Our fire safety inspections cover all local businesses, industries, multi-tenant apartment buildings, nursing homes, and schools. Each facility is inspected annually to ensure the safety of the public, occupants, and property owners.
Most inspections are conducted by on-duty shift personnel during their regular tours. They check for fire safety violations and verify that all required systems and procedures meet current fire codes and standards.
Fire Alarm & Suppression Systems
The Fire Prevention Bureau monitors the installation, servicing, and testing of critical systems, including:
- Fire alarm systems
- Automatic sprinkler systems
- Special hazard suppression systems
These systems are typically found in commercial, industrial, and high-hazard business environments, and are vital for early detection and control of fires.
Partnership with Other Agencies
The Zion Fire Rescue Department works closely with other departments and agencies, including the City of Zion Building Department and the State of Illinois Fire Marshal’s Office. Together, we monitor new construction projects and new business openings to ensure compliance with the fire codes currently in use within the city.
We also cooperate in inspecting day care centers, schools, self-serve gas stations, and hotels/motels to verify that safety standards are consistently maintained.
Submitting Reports via The Compliance Engine
Alarm and fire suppression system test reports are required to be submitted electronically to the Zion Fire & Rescue Department through our vendor at www.thecomplianceengine.com.
The Compliance Engine charges a small administrative filing fee for each report. Please note that this fee does not go to the Zion Fire Rescue Department — we do not profit from the submittal process.
One fee is charged per system type per year, except for hood systems, which require reports every six months. Repair reports must also be submitted to confirm completion of any required work.
Your contractor — the company that performs the testing and maintenance on your fire protection systems — is responsible for collecting these fees and submitting payment with the required reports.
Submission Deadlines
Reports must be submitted within seven calendar days of the inspection or maintenance completion.
For questions about The Compliance Engine or any fire prevention matter, please contact the Fire Chief by email for assistance or clarification.
Working together for a safer Zion — prevention starts with compliance.