Fire Department

1101 Jackson Street · Columbus, IN 47201
Phone: (812) 376-2679 · Fax: (812) 376-2568 · TDD: (812) 378-2720
Office Open: 8:00a.m. to 5:00p.m. Monday - Thursday, 7:00a.m. to 4:00p.m. Friday


Top Ten List of Fire Code Violations

  1. Exit Signs must be properly illuminated - Code 1211.2
  2. Extinguishers must be serviced yearly - Code 1002(B)
  3. Electrical Hazards which could cause a fire - Code 8504
  4. Extension cords shall not be in any area in which abuse to the cord can occur - Code 8506.3
  5. Exit aisles must not be blocked - Code 1203
  6. Any wall, ceiling, or floor that has been breached must be properly repaired or replaced to insure fire resistive construction - Code 1111.1
  7. Emergency power for exit signs & Emergency lights must be maintained in proper working order - Code 1212.4
  8. Combustibles must be a minimum of 18 inches away from heating appliances - Code 1107.1(A)
  9. Address number must be posted on all buildings - Code 901.4.4
  10. Extinguishers are required in all business - Code 1002.1(H)