Fire Safety Services — Fire Marshal's Office & Fire Academy
The Fire Marshal's Office
The Monmouth County Fire Marshal's Office mission is to be the focal point for the Fire Service in Monmouth County. Functions include the operations of the Fire Marshal's Office and the Fire Academy.
The Fire Marshals act in an advisory capacity to all fire departments within the County. The Office aids in the prevention of fire hazards and initiates programs for public awareness.
It also provides municipal fire departments with assistance necessary to investigate, coordinate, control, or extinguish any fire situation when requested.
The Fire Academy
The Monmouth County Fire Academy is a customer-focused fire and emergency response facility providing superior fire protection and emergency services training to the maximum number of volunteer and career firefighters as well as emergency service personnel.
The Academy instructs firefighters to develop skills necessary to command and control emergency operations involving fire, rescue, hazardous materials and weapons of mass destruction incidents, and imparts skills in fire prevention, inspection and public education.
The services provided by Fire Safety Services
Fire Investigation
Determining origin and cause of suspicious, accidental, or fatal fires throughout the county.
Fire Academy
Cutting-edge, full-contact fire service training for the firefighters of Monmouth County.
Code Enforcement
Enforcing the New Jersey Uniform Fire Code (N.J.A.C. 5:70) at commercial properties.
Fire Safety Inspections
Periodic inspections of public buildings, businesses, schools, and event venues.
Permits
Open burning, fireworks, hot work, tents, bonfires, and hazardous materials storage.
Public Education
Fire safety education programs for schools, community groups, and businesses.
Online Applications · Facility Use Requests · Downloadable Forms
A No-Show at a scheduled Drill Ground Activity will result in a cost-of-staff charge to the No-Show Department.
📧 All Form Submissions Go To
All forms in this section are configured to email submissions to MCFMRegistration@MCFMNJ.org. You will receive an on-screen confirmation once submitted successfully.
Online Application
Advanced Class Registration Form
For Fire Department members seeking enrollment in advanced certification courses
Open Form▼
📋 Information You'll Provide
- Applicant info: name, address, phone, email
- Credentials: DFS Number, SSN (last 4), EMT ID
- Course details: course name, start date, prerequisites
- Medical & emergency services affiliation documentation
- Authorized signature with certification statement
For Fire Departments requesting a specific Fire Academy course be given to their members, either at the Fire Academy or at their location.
Online Application
Departmental Course Request Form
Request a specific Fire Academy course for your department members — at the academy or your location
Open Form▼
📋 Information You'll Provide
- Request info: activity date, department name, station #
- Chief making request: name, contact number, email
- Course details: course requested + location (academy or on-site)
- Certificate mailing address
- In-County or Out-of-County selection
- Chief signature with required certification statement
For non-Fire Department agencies wishing to use the Monmouth County Fire Academy facility for classes, training events, or meetings. See the on-form fee schedule for Private and "For Profit" agencies.
Online Application
Facility Use Request Form
Reserve classroom, auditorium, or cafeteria space for your event — includes live fee calculator
Open Form▼
📋 Information You'll Provide
- Event details: organization, event name, date(s), set-up to breakdown time
- Primary contact: name, phone, email
- Day-of-event contact: separate name & phone
- Facility selection: Classroom / Auditorium / Cafeteria (live cost shown)
- Attendee count and number of classrooms requested
- AV needs: projector, WiFi, other equipment
- Special accommodations or additional details
Download the FEMA application, complete it, and send it in. This form is provided as a downloadable PDF — fill it out manually and submit per the instructions on the application.
Fire Service Resources & Partner Organizations
The resources below provide additional fire service information, training opportunities, partner agencies, and educational materials.
Fire District & Company Roster — 52 Districts · 108 Companies
The Monmouth County Fire Marshal's Office coordinates with fire companies across all municipalities in the county. Each municipality is assigned a district number, and each fire company has a unique identifier (e.g., 31-1 = Middletown Township, Company 1).
💡 Tip: Click any town/district below to reveal its fire companies. Then click any company to view its station on the map.
11Eatontown Borough1 company▼
12Englishtown Borough1 company▼
13Fair Haven Borough1 company▼
14Farmingdale Borough1 company▼
15Freehold Borough1 company▼
16Freehold Township2 companies▼
17Highlands Borough1 company▼
18Holmdel Township1 company▼
19Howell Township6 companies▼
21Keansburg Borough2 companies▼
22Keyport Borough1 company▼
23Little Silver Borough1 company▼
25Long Branch, City of1 company▼
26Manalapan Township2 companies▼
27Manasquan Borough2 companies▼
28Marlboro Township3 companies▼
29Matawan Township5 companies▼
31Middletown Township9 companies▼
32Millstone Township1 company▼
33Monmouth Beach Borough1 company▼
34Neptune Township8 companies▼
35Neptune City Borough2 companies▼
36Tinton Falls Borough4 companies▼
37Ocean Township2 companies▼
38Oceanport Borough2 companies▼
39Hazlet Township3 companies▼
42Rumson Borough2 companies▼
43Sea Bright Borough1 company▼
44Sea Girt Borough1 company▼
45Shrewsbury Borough1 company▼
48Spring Lake Borough2 companies▼
49Spring Lake Heights Borough1 company▼
52Wall Township3 companies▼
53West Long Branch Borough2 companies▼
54Ocean Grove Borough3 companies▼
61Deal Borough1 company▼
63Aberdeen Township2 companies▼
64Red Bank Borough1 company▼
65Union Beach Borough3 companies▼
69Monmouth County Fire1 company▼
71Middletown Township (See also 31)5 companies▼
81Allenhurst Borough1 company▼
82Allentown Borough1 company▼
83Asbury Park, City of1 company▼
84Colts Neck Township3 companies▼
85Atlantic Highlands Borough1 company▼
86Avon-By-The-Sea Borough1 company▼
87Belmar Borough2 companies▼
88Bradley Beach Borough1 company▼
93Monmouth County Fire Marshal1 company▼
94Naval Weapons Station Earle2 companies▼
99Brielle Borough1 company▼
Official course catalogs, student manuals & training reference documents
Official documents and student manuals used in Monmouth County Fire Academy courses. Click 📥 Download PDF to save a copy for offline reference.
Rules · Schedules · Forms · Weather & Policies
Reporting times and key drill ground policies
- Daytime Drill Ground Training — Be ready to start at 8:00 AM
- Night-time Drill Ground Training — Be ready to start at 7:00 PM
- Night-time Drill Ground Training shall have a hard stop at 9:15 PM
Spring & Fall semester request windows
- Spring Drill Ground Semester runs from March 1st to June 30th
- 1st request accepted after January 1
- 2nd request accepted after February 1
- 3rd request accepted after March 1
- Fall Drill Ground Semester runs from September 1st to November 30th
- 1st request accepted after July 1
- 2nd request accepted after August 1
- 3rd request accepted after September 1
Submit your drill ground request online · Reference burn building codes below
📧 Form Submissions
Drill Ground requests below are emailed to MCFMRegistration@MCFMNJ.org. Submit at least 3 weeks in advance of the requested activity.
Online Application
Drill Ground Request Form
Request use of academy training facilities — burn buildings, roof prop, car fire, drill ground
Open Form▼
📋 Information You'll Provide
- Request info: training date, department/company, station #
- Chief contact: name, phone, email
- Training location: New Burn / Old Burn / Roof Prop / Car Fire / Other
- Live Fire selection and burn evolution codes (4 burns)
- Additional evolutions: Search/Rescue, V.E.I.S., Forcible Entry, Extrication, Aerial, etc.
- Roof Prop type: Flat or Peaked
- Lesson plan upload and participant count
- Chief signature with required attestations (FF1 certified, Worker's Comp, BLS available)
Severe weather may result in training cancellation
The Academy reserves the right to cancel drill ground training due to severe weather conditions. Use the heat index and wind chill charts below as reference.
Apparent temperature (°F) — combining air temperature and relative humidity
| Air Temp (°F) | Relative Humidity (%) | |||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 40 | 45 | 50 | 55 | 60 | 65 | 70 | 75 | 80 | 90 | |
| 110°F | 136 | 143 | 150 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 108°F | 130 | 137 | 144 | 151 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 106°F | 124 | 130 | 137 | 145 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 104°F | 119 | 124 | 131 | 137 | 144 | — | — | — | — | — |
| 102°F | 114 | 119 | 124 | 130 | 137 | 145 | — | — | — | — |
| 100°F | 109 | 114 | 118 | 124 | 129 | 136 | 143 | — | — | — |
| 98°F | 105 | 109 | 113 | 117 | 123 | 128 | 134 | 141 | — | — |
| 96°F | 101 | 104 | 108 | 112 | 116 | 121 | 126 | 132 | 139 | — |
| 94°F | 97 | 100 | 103 | 106 | 110 | 114 | 119 | 124 | 129 | 135 |
| 92°F | 94 | 96 | 99 | 101 | 105 | 108 | 112 | 116 | 121 | 131 |
| 90°F | 91 | 93 | 95 | 97 | 100 | 103 | 106 | 109 | 113 | 122 |
| 88°F | 88 | 89 | 91 | 93 | 95 | 98 | 100 | 103 | 106 | 113 |
| 86°F | 85 | 87 | 88 | 89 | 91 | 93 | 95 | 97 | 100 | 105 |
| 84°F | 83 | 84 | 85 | 86 | 88 | 89 | 90 | 92 | 94 | 98 |
| 82°F | 81 | 82 | 83 | 84 | 84 | 85 | 86 | 88 | 89 | 91 |
| 80°F | 80 | 80 | 81 | 81 | 82 | 82 | 83 | 84 | 84 | 86 |
Apparent temperature (°F) — combining air temperature and wind speed
| Wind (mph) | Temperature (°F) | |||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 40 | 30 | 20 | 10 | 0 | -10 | -20 | -25 | -30 | -35 | -40 | -45 | |
| 5 | 36 | 25 | 13 | 1 | -11 | -22 | -34 | -40 | -46 | -52 | -57 | -63 |
| 10 | 34 | 21 | 9 | -4 | -16 | -28 | -41 | -47 | -53 | -59 | -66 | -72 |
| 15 | 32 | 19 | 6 | -7 | -19 | -32 | -45 | -51 | -58 | -64 | -71 | -77 |
| 20 | 30 | 17 | 4 | -9 | -22 | -35 | -48 | -55 | -61 | -68 | -74 | -81 |
| 25 | 29 | 16 | 3 | -11 | -24 | -37 | -51 | -58 | -64 | -71 | -78 | -84 |
| 30 | 28 | 15 | 1 | -12 | -26 | -39 | -53 | -60 | -67 | -73 | -80 | -87 |
| 35 | 28 | 14 | 0 | -14 | -27 | -41 | -55 | -62 | -69 | -76 | -82 | -89 |
| 40 | 27 | 13 | -1 | -15 | -29 | -43 | -57 | -64 | -71 | -78 | -84 | -91 |
| 45 | 26 | 12 | -2 | -16 | -30 | -44 | -58 | -65 | -72 | -79 | -86 | -93 |
| 50 | 26 | 12 | -3 | -17 | -31 | -45 | -60 | -67 | -74 | -81 | -88 | -95 |
| 55 | 25 | 11 | -3 | -18 | -32 | -46 | -61 | -68 | -75 | -82 | -89 | -97 |
| 60 | 25 | 10 | -4 | -19 | -33 | -48 | -62 | -69 | -76 | -84 | -91 | -98 |
Cancellation policy for department and company drill ground activities
Departments are required to give at least 24 hours notice for any cancellation of drill ground activities.
On multiple occasions, departments have not shown up for the training block they had requested. They offered no phone calls or reason for such, they simply did not show up. Unfortunately, our staff awaited their arrival and required compensation.
Departments that fail to provide the appropriate cancellation notice of 24 hours will be required to pay the cost of the projected instructor fee.
Each incident will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis by the Fire Marshal.
Effective as of 12 September 2022
Training calendar & course schedule
All firefighters participating in any live burn training shall be NJ State Certified FF1.
This New Jersey State Certification class covers Administration, Supervision, Budgeting, Record Keeping, Legal Code Enforcement, Federal/State/Local Laws, Duties of the Fire Official, and Coordination with Construction and Fire Sub Code Official.
Class limited to first 25 students. Books required: current New Jersey Uniform Fire Code Manual and Jones & Bartlett Principles of Fire Prevention 4th Edition.
Weeknights 1900–2300hrs · Saturdays 0800–1600hrs
State Exam included. All classes start at 1900hrs. All sessions must be attended to receive credit. Class limited to the first 40 students.
Required text: Jones and Bartlett Fire Officer Principles and Practices — 4th Edition.
Final Exam: June 4, 2026
Designed for firefighters and fire officers to help them understand the dynamics of a working fire. Topics include: Fire Chemistry · Reading Smoke · Flow Paths · Rollover · Flashover · Black Fire · Water Mapping · Thermal Rebound · Vent Point Ignition · Smoke Explosions · BLEVE.
YOU MAY NOT BE ABLE TO PREVENT A HOSTILE FIRE EVENT, JUST DON'T BECOME PART OF IT!
Train-the-trainer certification program.
Required books: Fire and Emergency Services Instructor — 9th Edition and its corresponding workbook (available through IFSTA).
Final Exam: June 23, 2026
Specialized HazMat command and control training. 100% attendance is required to sit for the final exam.
Final Exam: April 16, 2026
Rail safety training for first responders. Apply with the fillable Advanced Class Form.
Intermediate Incident Command System course. 100% attendance is required. Register with Advanced Class Form.
This class is now full. No more applications will be accepted.
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Origin · Cause · Criminal & Insurance Investigations
What Our Investigators Do
The Monmouth County Fire Marshal's Office provides fire investigation services to all 53 municipalities in the county. Our certified investigators determine the origin and cause of fires using established forensic procedures consistent with NFPA 921 — Guide for Fire and Explosion Investigations.
Investigations may be initiated at the request of local fire chiefs, law enforcement, or based on the severity or suspicious nature of an incident.
When Investigations Are Conducted
- Fires resulting in injury or fatality
- Fires with significant property damage
- Fires of suspicious or undetermined origin
- Arson or suspected criminal activity
- Fires involving commercial or public buildings
- Multi-alarm or large-scale incidents
- Request from a local fire chief or law enforcement agency
- Cases potentially involving insurance fraud
Partner Agencies
Investigators work alongside multiple law enforcement and regulatory partners:
- Monmouth County Prosecutor's Office — for cases involving criminal prosecution
- New Jersey Division of Fire Safety — statewide coordination
- New Jersey State Police Arson/Bomb Unit — major or multi-jurisdictional cases
- ATF (Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives) — federal cases
- Local Fire Departments — initial scene preservation and witness coordination
All findings are documented in comprehensive reports that meet legal evidentiary standards and serve as authoritative records for fire safety, insurance, and judicial proceedings.
Simple Precautions That Save Lives
Most home fires are preventable. The Fire Marshal's Office encourages every Monmouth County resident to follow these essential practices to protect their family and property.
Smoke Alarms
Install on every level and in each bedroom. Test monthly, batteries yearly, replace units every 10 years.
Carbon Monoxide
Required by NJ law in homes with fuel-burning appliances or attached garages. Test monthly.
Escape Plan
Practice with family. Know two ways out of every room. Designate an outside meeting place.
Kitchen Safety
Never leave cooking unattended. Keep flammables away from the stove. Cooking fires are the #1 cause of home fires.
Heating Equipment
Keep flammables 3 feet from space heaters, fireplaces, and stoves. Never leave heaters running unattended.
Electrical Safety
Don't overload outlets. Replace damaged cords. Never run cords under rugs or across walkways.
Matches & Lighters
Store out of reach of children. Teach kids that matches and lighters are tools, not toys.
Fire Extinguishers
Have one readily available. Remember PASS: Pull, Aim, Squeeze, Sweep.
NJ State Certified Firefighter Training
The Firefighter 1 & 2 Program is the foundation of a firefighter's career. This NJ State certified course provides the essential knowledge and hands-on skills required to safely and effectively perform as an interior structural firefighter under NFPA 1001 standards.
📋 Program Requirements — Read Before Registering
All students must meet medical, age, and departmental sponsorship requirements. Review the full Rules & Regulations below before submitting your registration.
📜 Firefighter 1 & 2 — Rules & Regulations+
Eligibility & Sponsorship
- Must be a member of a recognized Monmouth County fire department or company, sponsored by the Fire Chief.
- Minimum age of 18 years to participate in live fire training (must be 18 by the live burn date).
- Members aged 16–17 may take the classroom portion under Junior Firefighter provisions but cannot participate in live fire evolutions.
Medical Clearance
- A completed Medical Evaluation Form signed by a licensed physician is required prior to participation.
- Students must be physically able to perform firefighting tasks while wearing full PPE and SCBA.
Attendance
- 100% attendance is mandatory. The curriculum is cumulative and skills build session to session.
- Missed practical sessions cannot be made up and may result in removal from the program.
Required Equipment
- Full structural firefighting PPE (helmet, coat, pants, boots, gloves, hood).
- SCBA with a spare cylinder.
- Notebook and writing materials for classroom sessions.
Certification & Examination
- Students must pass both the written state exam and the practical skills evaluation.
- Successful completion results in NJ Division of Fire Safety Firefighter 1 & 2 certification.
Online ApplicationFirefighter 1 & 2 Registration FormEnroll in the next available Firefighter 1 & 2 academy class
Open Form▼
📋 Information You'll Provide
- Applicant info: name, address, DOB, phone, email
- Department: company name, station #, Chief's name
- Credentials: DFS number, EMT/other certifications
- Medical clearance attestation
- Chief sponsorship signature
Online ApplicationMedical Evaluation FormPhysician's medical clearance — required before live fire participation
Open Form▼
📋 Information You'll Provide
- Applicant info and department
- Physician's clearance statement and signature
- Date of medical evaluation
Complete the following FEMA Independent Study courses and bring certificates to the first class:
Behavioral Health · Cancer Prevention · Wellness Resources
The Monmouth County Fire Marshal's Office is committed to the physical and behavioral health of all firefighters. The resources below provide confidential support, cancer prevention guidance, and wellness training.
Department Resources · Drill Ideas · Lessons Learned
Resources for fire department leadership — official documents, drill planning materials, and lessons-learned references to support training and operations.
Mutual Aid Response Plan (MARP)+
Incident Command Worksheet+
NIMS Compliance Guide+
Fire Marshal's Office — Online Forms & Applications
📧 Submissions
Completed forms are emailed to the Fire Marshal's Office. You'll receive an on-screen confirmation once submitted successfully.
Online FormFire Fly Reporting FormReport fire service activity / Fire Fly submissionsOpen Form▼
Online FormFire Department Directory FormSubmit or update your department's directory informationOpen Form▼
Online FormPermit ApplicationApply for open burning, fireworks, tents, hot work, and other fire permitsOpen Form▼
Online FormMARP — Mutual Aid Response FormMutual Aid Response Program submissionOpen Form▼
Online FormValor Award NominationNominate a firefighter for a Valor AwardOpen Form▼
The Special Needs Registry helps first responders identify and assist residents with special needs during an emergency. Download the form below or register online.
Building Tomorrow's Firefighters · Ages 16–18
About the Program
The Junior Firefighter Program introduces young people ages 16 to 18 to the fire service. Participants learn the fundamentals of firefighting in a safe, structured, and supervised environment while developing leadership, teamwork, and community service skills.
Junior firefighters may participate in classroom training and non-hazardous activities. Per state regulations, junior members may not participate in interior firefighting or live fire evolutions until they reach age 18 and complete required certifications.
Program Benefits
- Hands-on introduction to fire service skills
- Leadership and teamwork development
- Pathway toward Firefighter 1 & 2 certification at age 18
- Community service and mentorship opportunities
- A head start on a rewarding career or volunteer commitment
Online ApplicationJunior Firefighter Registration FormFor prospective junior members ages 16–18 — requires parent/guardian consentOpen Form▼
📋 Information You'll Provide
- Applicant info: name, address, DOB, phone, email
- School & grade
- Sponsoring department and Chief's name
- Parent/guardian consent and signature
- Emergency contact information
Fire Marshal's Office & Fire Academy
The Monmouth County Fire Academy is staffed by a dedicated team of certified instructors who bring decades of fire service experience to every class.
anthony.avillo@co.monmouth.nj.us
Stephen.Fitzpatrick@co.monmouth.nj.us
Doug.Rowell@co.monmouth.nj.us
Self-Paced Certification & Continuing Education
The following free online training resources allow firefighters to earn certifications and continuing education credits on their own schedule. Many are prerequisites for academy courses.
New Jersey Uniform Fire Code (N.J.A.C. 5:70)
The Fire Marshal's Office enforces the New Jersey Uniform Fire Code (N.J.A.C. 5:70), which establishes minimum fire safety standards for the maintenance and use of buildings and premises. The Office issues permits and conducts periodic inspections to protect residents, businesses, and visitors.
Open Burning
Bonfires, brush, and recreational fires per local ordinance.
Fireworks Display
Public fireworks and pyrotechnic displays.
Tents & Canopies
Temporary structures over 900 sq ft for public events.
Hot Work
Welding, cutting, and other open-flame operations.
Hazardous Materials
Storage, handling, and use of flammable/combustible materials.
LP-Gas
Liquefied petroleum gas storage and dispensing.
- Schools, daycare centers, and educational facilities
- Restaurants, bars, and assembly occupancies
- Retail stores and shopping centers
- Healthcare and residential care facilities
- Multi-family dwellings and apartment buildings
- Industrial and manufacturing facilities
- Public and event venues
- Means of egress — clear exits, exit signs, emergency lighting
- Fire protection systems — sprinklers, alarms, extinguishers
- Housekeeping — accumulation of combustibles, blocked exits
- Electrical hazards — overloaded circuits, damaged wiring
- Storage practices — proper storage of flammable materials
- Occupancy limits — posted capacity compliance
📝 To apply for a permit, use the Permit Application in the Forms section. Questions? Contact the Fire Marshal's Office at (732) 683-8856.
Community Outreach & Frequently Asked Questions
Public Education Programs
The Fire Marshal's Office offers a variety of fire safety education programs for the community:
- School programs — age-appropriate fire safety for students
- Senior safety — fall prevention and home fire safety for older adults
- Business training — fire extinguisher use and evacuation planning
- Community events — fire prevention demonstrations and station tours
- Smoke alarm programs — installation assistance for qualifying residents
How do I request a fire safety inspection?
Do I need a permit for a backyard fire pit?
How often should I test my smoke alarms?
Is a carbon monoxide detector required by law in NJ?
How do I become a firefighter in Monmouth County?
Can my child join the fire service before age 18?
How do I schedule a fire safety presentation for my school or group?
What should I do if I smell smoke or gas?
How do I report a fire hazard or unsafe condition?
Current Wildfire Danger & Conditions in New Jersey
Monitor current wildfire danger levels and active fire conditions across New Jersey using the live resources below. Fire danger is updated daily by the NJ Forest Fire Service.
Emergency
Call 911 immediately to report an active fire.
NJ Forest Fire Service
Wildfire info & burning permits: (609) 292-2977
Fire Marshal's Office
(732) 683-8856
NJ Forest Fire Service Online
Training · Events · Facility
A look at the Monmouth County Fire Academy facility, training evolutions, and events. Click any image to enlarge.
