HB1809

Public safety; fire departments; monitor fire site; designee; effective date.

Introduced·2/3/25
Int Text

Oklahoma HB1809 mandates fire departments to designate a monitor for fire sites to ensure safety after extinguishment.

Oklahoma HB1809 requires fire departments to designate an individual to monitor fire sites for flare-ups and hot spots after extinguishment. The designee is responsible for ensuring the safety of the area. The designee does not need to be a firefighter, and the responsibility can be shared among multiple individuals. Fire departments must leave at least one firefighter at the site until a designee is designated. The act will become effective November 1, 2025.

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History

Feb 4, 2025

House

Second Reading referred to Judiciary and Public Safety Oversight

Feb 4, 2025

House

Referred to Public Safety

Feb 3, 2025

House

First Reading