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Food Truck Resources

Food Truck Resources

Fire safety requirements for food trucks focus on safe storage and use of propane systems, fire protection and exhaust of the cooking operation and the proper storage/venting of cooking oil, as well as cleaning and maintenance.
Juvenille Fire Starter

Juvenille Fire Starter

Our department is currently in the process of creating and launching a “Youth Fire Starter Intervention Program”.
Building & Fire Codes

Building & Fire Codes

The City Of Gaffney enforces codes as adopted by the State Of South Carolina. Click the link for a detailed list.
Public Education

Public Education

Use the forms below to request the Gaffney Fire Department to come to your school, church or place of business for public education or to request fire extinguisher training for your employees.
Burn Permits

Burn Permits

All open burning and outdoor burning are prohibited by the City Of Gaffney unless used for cooking purposes. A detailed explantation can be found with the link below.
Fire Watch

Fire Watch

More infromation available soon.

Safety Tips

Recently we have seen an increased use of extension cords in residential and commercial occupancies. It is estimated that misuse of extension cords causes about 3,300 fires each year resulting in hundreds of deaths and/or injuries. Below are a few tips for extension cord use....

  • Extension cords should only be used on a temporary basis.
  •  Make sure extension cords are properly rated for their intended use, indoor or outdoor, and meet or exceed the power needs of the appliance or device being used.
  •  Inspect cords for damage before use. Check for cracked or frayed sockets, loose or bare wires, and loose connections.
  •  Do not run extension cords through walls or ceilings. This may cause the cord to overheat, creating a serious fire hazard.
  •  Do not nail or staple electrical cords to walls or baseboards.
  •  Make sure that cords are not pinched in doors, windows, or under heavy furniture, which could damage the cord’s insulation.
  •  Insert plugs fully so that no part of the prongs is exposed when the extension cord is in use.

Fire Marshal Contact Information


205 N Limestone St
Gaffney, SC 29340
864-487-8516
jcaggiano@gaffneyfire.com

Office Hours 8:30am-5pm M-F

Gaffney Fire Department

205 N Limestone St

Gaffney, SC 29340

864-487-8516

864-487-8517

 

Our Mission Statement

The Mission of the Gaffney Fire Department is to Serve the Citizens and Businesses of the Greater Gaffney Fire District by Protecting Life, Property, and the Environment from the Hazards and Dangers of Fires, Medical Emergencies and Manmade and Natural Disasters Through Prevention, Education and Timely Incident Response.