The department chemist is responsible for examining and/or testing regulated materials and interior finishes for flammability. Upon approval the chemist issues permits for all decorations, furnishings and interior finishes in every mercantile, business, assembly, institution, and residential hotel occupancy as well as in certain residential multi-family dwellings in accordance with Article IX of the Boston Fire Prevention Code.
Your completed application, required materials, and manufacturer's documentation must be submitted to our office at least two weeks prior to your event or inspection in order for you to receive your permit in a timely manner.
Contact:
Phone: 617-343-3527
Fax: 617-343-3604
Helpful Guidelines
- Regulated Materials Chart - Guidelines and Fees
- ARTICLE IX - Boston Fire Prevention Code
- BFD IX-1 Small Scale Test
- BFD IX-11 Mattress Regulation
- BFD IX-10 Upholstered Furniture Regulation
- Guide to Full Scale Fire Tests for Residence Life Mattresses
- Mattress Test Criteria
Applications
- Decorative Material Application
- Drapery/Curtain Application
- Floor Covering Application
- Interior Finish Wall Covering Ceiling Tile Installation Application
- Mattress Installation Application
- Panel System Application
- Reupholstered Furniture Application
- Temporary Enclosures Application
- Tent Material Application
- Theatre Drapery Application
- Upholstered Installation Application
Latest Fire Prevention News
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Important Safety Information from the Boston Fire Department
It is important that you take the following actions to minimize your risk of injury due to fire or carbon monoxide poisoning.
Important Safety Information from the Boston Fire Department
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Candle Usage Guidelines, Definitions and Application for Candle Usage in a Place of Assembly
Effective November 1, 2011 the Boston Fire Department will require that the use of candles in a Place of Assembly be permitted as defined in the attached document.
Candle Usage Guidelines, Definitions and Application for Candle Usage in a Place of Assembly
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New Requirements for Antifreeze Solutions in Sprinkler Systems
On July 1, 2011 the Boston Fire Department was directed by the State Fire Marshal’s Office to enforce the provisions of NFPA 25 published in March 2011, pertaining to the testing and replacement of noncompliant antifreeze solutions in existing antifreeze filled sprinkler systems.
New Requirements for Antifreeze Solutions in Sprinkler Systems
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New Crowd Manager Regulations
According to 527 CMR 10.13 effective June 1, 2011 a trained crowd manager must be present in any Nightclub, Bar, Discotheque, or Dance Hall with an occupant load of 100 or more persons during all hours when the facility is open to patrons.
Mass. Dept. of Fire Services Information on Crowd Manager Designation
Announcements
- Important Safety Information from the Boston Fire Department
- Advisory on Exhaust Hood Cleaning and Inspection Deficiency Reports
- Notify BFD when your contract to clean an exhaust vent has been canceled
- Fire Prevention Order 11-1
Related Links
- Privacy & Security
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