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Frequently asked questions:
I am starting a business in Bridgeton. Do I need a fire inspection? To comply with state and local codes, your business will most likely need an annual fire inspection. For more information click here.
I am selling or buying a home. I am told I need a Certificate of Smoke Detector/Carbon Monoxide Detector and Fire Extinguisher Compliance. The Bureau of Fire Prevention can provide this certificate. Fees range from $35.00 to $125.00. Call for an appointment. For more information click here.
Can I burn leaves or trash in my yard? No person or persons shall make or cause to be made any open fire or bonfire of any kind or burn any type of combustible materials whatsoever in the City of Bridgeton except for cooking purposes or indoor fireplaces, incinerators or furnaces according to Chapter 107 of the City Code.
I had a small fire on my property or in my house but it is now extinguished. Should I call the fire department? Yes! Many times a fire can appear out but my reignite minutes or even hours later. Always call 911 as soon as possible if you see or smell smoke or fire. In addition, insurance companies often require a fire report from the fire department.
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Emergency Dial 911 Orange Street Headquarters: (856) 451-0091 Scholastic Drive Station: (856) 451-4250 |
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Employment and volunteering: The City of Bridgeton has both fulltime career firefighters and volunteer firefighters. To become a volunteer firefighter one must come to the firehouse and pickup an application. The application process is overseen by Battalion Chief Bowen and it may be beneficial to contact him at 451-0091 prior to picking up an application.
Full-time and part-time EMT positions are also handled by Battalion Chief Bowen. Please contact him at 451-0091 prior to picking up an application. City Employment Opportunities: Current Openings
Career firefighter positions are regulated by the New Jersey Civil Service Commission. Civil service Firefighter Entry Level Tests are administered by the Commission, who then promulgate a list of eligible candidates to City officials. More information is available on their web site.
Current Civil Service Applications are available at the firehouse. See the shift captain to obtain an application. The application deadline is March 31, 2010. Applications can also be downloaded from the State's web site.
© 2009 Bridgeton Fire Department Disclaimer: The information provided on this web site is intended to provide news, informative content and general information for the public. It is not intended to take the place of or conflict with any City of Bridgeton or Bridgeton Fire Department policy, statements or actions. For official statements about emergency events, Fire Department policy or any other information for legal or official use, please contact Fire Chief David Schoch. |
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Emergency: 911 Business: 451-4250 Headquarters: 451-0091 Fax: 459-1801
Serving Since 1877
Cohansey 1877 Minerva 1840 Neptune 1819
Incident Survey: Fire 2007: 1057 2006: 846 2005: 851 2004: 873 2003: 895 2002: 946 2001: 985 2000: 876
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