State Fire Marshal Division -- Creation -- State fire marshal -- Appointment, qualifications, duties, and compensation.

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  • (1) There is created within the department the State Fire Marshal Division.
  • (2)
    • (a) The director of the division is the state fire marshal, who shall be appointed by the commissioner upon the recommendation of the Utah Fire Prevention Board created in Section 53-7-203 and with the approval of the governor.
    • (b) The state fire marshal is the executive and administrative head of the division, and shall be qualified by experience and education to:
      • (i) enforce the state fire code;
      • (ii) enforce rules made under this chapter; and
      • (iii) perform the duties prescribed by the commissioner.
  • (3) The state fire marshal acts under the supervision and control of the commissioner and may be removed from the position at the will of the commissioner.
  • (4) The state fire marshal shall:
    • (a) enforce the state fire code and rules made under this chapter in accordance with Section 53-7-104;
    • (b) complete the duties assigned by the commissioner;
    • (c) examine plans and specifications for school buildings, as required by Section 53E-3-706;
    • (d) approve criteria established by the state superintendent for building inspectors;
    • (e) promote and support injury prevention public education programs; and
    • (f) perform all other duties provided in this chapter.
  • (5) The state fire marshal shall receive compensation as provided by Title 63A, Chapter 17, Utah State Personnel Management Act.




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