How to Submit a Fire Watch Plan to the DC Fire Marshal
- Firewatch DMV, Inc.
- Aug 8
- 1 min read
How do I submit a plan? What if I don’t?
Washington, DC requires all building managers to submit a fire watch plan during impairments. Here’s exactly how to do it and what happens if you skip this step. Submit Fire Watch Plan to Fire Marshal
Step-by-Step Submission:
Identify the impairment (sprinkler, alarm, or both).
Draft a detailed fire watch plan: Include patrol routes, intervals, responsible parties, communication protocols.
Use DC’s online or physical submission form.
Submit to DCRA or DC Fire Marshal’s office BEFORE patrols begin.
Await confirmation or conditional approval.
FAQ: How do I submit a plan? Submit your fire watch plan via the DC Fire Marshal portal or in person at the Fire Prevention Division.
What happens if I don’t? You could face citations, forced shutdown, or liability in the event of an incident.
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