The Bureau of Fire Prevention and Life Safety (Fire Prevention) Division consists of two main components: the Bureau of Fire Prevention and the Community Engagement and Resiliency Team. The division's mission is to professionally review all plan submissions for new construction and significant building remodels to ensure compliance with current fire and life safety standards. Services provided by the division include inspecting all permitted construction projects, as well as overseeing inspections for events, permitted occupancies, hazardous materials storage, and use facilities. Additionally, the division conducts state-mandated annual inspections.

The Bureau plays an active role in developing and advocating for fire codes to be adopted by local governing bodies. Fire investigations are also conducted as part of specialized efforts to enhance community safety. The division oversees several key programs, including weed abatement, fire prevention, hydrant maintenance, and engine company inspections.

The Fire Prevention Division is led by the Division Chief/Fire Marshal, who oversees two key programs responsible for managing fire prevention activities. These programs include building inspections, plan reviews, fire risk mitigation, emergency preparedness, and community and volunteer training and outreach. The division is staffed by 12 full-time equivalent employees, representing 7.8% of the District's total workforce.