Frequently Asked Questions
How do I join the Williston Fire Department call staff?
Please visit the "About Us" tab at the top of this page, then select "Employment". Many of your questions should be answered there, and you can download a call staff application there as well. If you still have questions, please submit a contact form for one of our Call Lieutenants.
Do I need a burn permit for a campfire or brush pile?
Please visit the "Services" tab at the top of this page, then select "Burn Permits". The information there will help distinguish a campfire from a brush pile, and when a burn permit is required.
Who do I call if I'm selling my home or condo and need an inspection?
Inspections are done by the VT State Fire Marshal's office
located at 372 Hurricane Lane, Williston, VT 05495.
Please call them directly at (802) 879-2300.
located at 372 Hurricane Lane, Williston, VT 05495.
Please call them directly at (802) 879-2300.
Who do I call if I believe my building or apartment
may have a code violation?
Code violations and enforcement are done by the VT State Fire Marshal's office
located at 372 Hurrican Lane, Williston, VT 05495.
Please call them directly at (802) 879-2300.
located at 372 Hurrican Lane, Williston, VT 05495.
Please call them directly at (802) 879-2300.
Who can I call to have my fire extinguisher
inspected or recharged?
This service must be done by a certified technician.
We do not favor any particular vendor, but can provide you with the name of three local vendors:
D & M Fire and Safety Equipment, Richmond (802) 434-5005
FireProtec Fire and Safety Equipment, Williston (802) 655-7070
Tyco Simplex / Grinnell, Williston (802) 879-6241
We do not favor any particular vendor, but can provide you with the name of three local vendors:
D & M Fire and Safety Equipment, Richmond (802) 434-5005
FireProtec Fire and Safety Equipment, Williston (802) 655-7070
Tyco Simplex / Grinnell, Williston (802) 879-6241
Do I have to call the fire department if I am having
my fire alarm or sprinkler system inspected or tested?
my fire alarm or sprinkler system inspected or tested?
Yes, we ask that you please notify us before and after any work is being done on (or near) your fire alarm or suppression systems. We also ask that you notify your alarm company (so they know not to send an alarm if it comes through) and our dispatch service (for the same reason). You can reach Shelburne Dispatch at (802) 985-8051.
Note: Work that produces steam, smoke, heat, dust, or other particulates near your detector system(s) may set your alarm off. Please speak with your vendor and/or alarm company before work begins to see if you should notify others and/or provide additional ventilation.
Note: Work that produces steam, smoke, heat, dust, or other particulates near your detector system(s) may set your alarm off. Please speak with your vendor and/or alarm company before work begins to see if you should notify others and/or provide additional ventilation.