The Department of Public Safety's Fire Prevention Office strives to be the strongest link between all departments within Kent State University by promoting fire safety. Through a coordinated effort with the City of Kent Fire Department, the Fire Prevention office enforces all required codes and standards to ensure the safety of individuals associated with the University community. This is accomplished through promoting the following programs:

Fire Safety

• Reporting a fire and/or an emergency
• Fire drills
• Fire survival procedures
• Training
• Residence Hall policies
• Resident hall students click here to watch a fire safety video

Fire Equipment Inspection and Testing

• Fire extinguishers
• Smoke detection devices
• Fire suppression systems

• Inspecting buildings for fire hazards

• Procedures
• Requirements
• Training

• Communications

Regarding issues pertaining to Fire Prevention, please call the Department of Public Safety's Fire Prevention Office at 672-2345 or e-mail: emoisio@kent.edu.