Maryland State Fire Prevention Commission
The Maryland State Fire Prevention Commission is a nine-member body established in 1964 within the Maryland Department of State Police. Its primary mission is to safeguard life and property from fire and explosion hazards through regulation and oversight.
The Board is made up of 9 members who are appointed by the Secretary of State Police with the Governor's approval. Members serve 5-year terms, with a maximum of 2 terms allowed.
Key Responsibilities
- Regulatory Authority: The Commission promulgates, amends, and repeals regulations that form the State Fire Prevention Code - PDF - 3.66 MB.
- Appeals Board: The Commission hears appeals from individuals or entities aggrieved by decisions made by the State Fire Marshal or their designees during code enforcement.
- Public Education: It is mandated to hold annual seminars and conferences to update the public and fire service personnel on new safety techniques and code changes
Public Meetings
View a list of upcoming meetings and agendas.
Meeting Minutes and Notices
View previous Meeting Minutes, Reports, and Notices.
State Fire Commission members
Name | Representation | Term expiration |
|---|---|---|
Caroll H. Spriggs - Chairman | At-Large/Career Fire Company | June 30, 2030 |
Mark Hopkins, PE- Vice Chairman | Central Maryland/Architect-Engineer | June 30, 2027 |
Dr. Jamie McAllister | Washington Metro Area/Industry | July 1, 2027 |
Jerred A. Johnson | Eastern Shore/Volunteer Fire Company | June 30, 2028 |
Randy E. Sanger, II | At-Large/Building Contractor | June 30, 2028* |
Ephraim R. Siff | At-Large/Member of Public | June 30, 2029 |
Eric L. Smothers | Western Maryland/Volunteer Fire Company | June 30, 2029 |
Vacant | Southern Maryland/Volunteer Fire Company | |
| Vacant | At-Large/Industry Representative |
*Second Term – Not eligible for Reappointment