Engineering

The Georgia State Fire Marshal (GSFMO) issues licenses to traveling carnivals and circuses, and issues Certificates of Competency; issues inspectors license to fire sprinkler contractors. Companies and personnel which install, inspect, recharge, repair, service and/or test portable fire extinguishers or fire suppression systems are also licensed and permitted through the Safety Fire Division. The Georgia State Fire Marshal also regulates and licenses racetrack venues in the state of Georgia.

Counties with over 100,000 persons and municipalities with over 45,000 persons are mandated by law to enforce the state's minimum rules and regulations on such buildings in their area of jurisdiction. Resolutions can be submitted by municipalities under 45,000 persons adopting the enforcement responsibilities from the state. The Division also enforces the accessibility requirements for new construction. The State Fire Marshal’s Office enforces O.C.G.A. 25-2-14 which lists the facilities under the jurisdiction of the State Fire Marshal’s Office.