Maryland fire inspection rules
In Maryland, a licensed fire sprinkler contractor is required to install, repair, modify or lay out fire sprinkler systems in residential and commercial buildings.
Who licenses fire protection companies in Maryland
Individuals and companies that install or service fire extinguishers and non-water-based suppression systems in Maryland must be licensed by the Office of the State Fire Marshal.
Sources: OSFM licenses sprinkler contractors; OSFM licenses extinguisher and non-water system work
Who may inspect and service
Sprinkler contractors must hold an Office of the State Fire Marshal license to perform inspections, maintenance or installations.
License types
Class I covers inspection, testing and maintenance of residential and commercial sprinkler systems.
Class IIc covers installation, repair, modification and layout (design) of residential sprinkler systems.
Class IIIc covers installation, repair, modification and layout (design) of commercial and residential sprinkler systems.
Checking a company's license
The Office of the State Fire Marshal publishes the list of Maryland State Licensed Fire Sprinkler Contractors.
The Office of the State Fire Marshal publishes a Portable Fire Extinguisher Licensees List and a Non-Water Based Fire Extinguisher Licensees List.
Sources: Maryland sprinkler contractor list; Maryland extinguisher licensee lists
Common questions
Who may inspect fire extinguishers in Maryland?
A company licensed by the Maryland Office of the State Fire Marshal. Sprinkler contractors need an OSFM license to perform inspections, maintenance or installations, and Class I is the inspection, testing and maintenance class.