Fire Prevention Division 

The Fire Prevention Bureau is responsible for public Fire Safety Education, Fire/Explosion Investigations, Fire Safety Compliance Inspections, Plan Review for Fire and Life Safety Systems, and coordinating community risk reduction programs and services. The activities of the Bureau are embedded in the fundamentals of "Prevention through Education, Inspection, and Enforcement".

The Bureau is under the direction of Battalion Chief Travis Hollis, who is assisted by Captain Bill Rumsey, Fire Prevention Specialist Michael Dean, and Administrative Assistant Sara Eckels. Together, this team works closely with the Rogers Building Inspections Department, Architects, Engineers, and Contractors to ensure the safety of Firefighters and the Community.

Mission of the Bureau 

It is the mission of the Fire Prevention Bureau to provide our customers with a greater quality of life through effective fire prevention education, quality inspections, conducting detailed investigations, implementing interactive community outreach programs. We rely on our trained and experienced personnel to reduce the loss of life and property from fire hazards. 

Free Smoke Alarms!

Rogers Fire currently offers free smoke alarms to anyone that needs them. These smoke alarms can be obtained by stopping by our Fire Marshal's Office located at 3003 West Oak Street and requesting one. Someone will gladly come by and install the smoke alarm if you need assistance. CLICK HERE to fill our an on-line form to request a smoke alarm.

It's not just important to make sure you have a smoke alarm. It's important to make sure you have a working smoke alarm. 65% of house fires in 200-2004 with an occupant death had no working smoke alarm. Do not unplug or disable our alarm just simply because it keeps making noise. These problems are often easily fixed by moving your alarm or changing your alarm type.
Click here to learn about the different types of smoke alarms. 

Remember to change your detector batter when you change your clock. Some newer alarms have a special battery that you don't have to change. Instead you replace the detector itself. Smoke alarms can become dusty or otherwise malfunction over time. Your average smoke alarm should be changed every 3-5 years. (per manufactures recommendations).
Install smoke alarms on every level of the building, including the basement, and in every bedroom. The alarm can be placed on the ceiling or on the wall; however, it is recommended that it be placed on the ceiling. The alarm should be no less then 6 inches form corners (click image)

Public Fire Safety Education

The Rogers Fire Department is unique in the fact that we have dedicated personnel for the sole purpose of promoting and enhancing our public fire safety programs. Staff work with area businesses, schools, and community groups to create and deliver safety education.

Public Fire Safety Education
Rogers is home to one of the Fire Safety Houses that the Arkansas Children's Hospital owns. The Fire Safety House travels to public events and schools throughout the year to education children and parents about "home escape Plans" in the event of a fire. The house provides a mobile classroom environment that can't be duplicated. The safety house is on of the Rogers Fire Departments most used and visible tools when it comes to promoting fire safety. The safety house is available by appointment to local business, organizations, or other area fire departments.

Annual "In-Service" Training
The Fire Prevention Division will come to your facility and provide on-site training for fire extinguishers. The Fire Prevention Division utilizes  a state of the art fire extinguisher prop that does not require the discharge of any chemicals. In return your company is not out of any money refilling fire extinguishers after the training is completed. No chemicals are released into the environment. Cost:  $0

Senior Safety Education
Our senior citizens are an important part of our community. The Fire Prevention staff deliver an education program specifically geared toward senior citizens. Programs are delivered throughout the community, as requested.

Youth FIRE Quest
The Youth FIRE Quest (Fire Intervention and Re-Education) program was developed to work with youth involved in or who have displayed an interest in fire setting. It provides group or one-on-one intervention sessions for youth who have been involved in a "Fire Play" incident or who have been charged with a crime involving fire. Referrals are received from parents, concerned family members, the Juvenile Justice System, law enforcement, and the court system.  To receive help with this service contact our Fire Prevention Specialist: Michael Dean. You can also call a state wide hot-line to report arson or concerns. 501-568-FIRE