Special Hazards Unit


Hazardous Materials in Phoenix

The Fire Prevention's Special Hazards Unit is comprised of highly trained fire inspectors that are responsible for inspecting all facilities that store, use, manufacture or handle hazardous materials. The inspection process starts with a permit application that contains facility information and a hazardous material inventory statement (HMIS) that assists the Special Hazards Unit in determining fire code requirements as well as any required assessments and permits. An inspection of the facility is required and all noted corrections completed before the permits are issued.​​

The Special Hazards other responsibilities include new construction plan review of above ground storage tanks, inspection of pressure vessels and hazardous materials processing equipment such as piping, reactors, chemical mixing equipment, pressure relief devices and spray booths.  The Special Hazards Unit is also tasked with inspecting solar and battery installation at both residential and commercial occupancies. 


Forms & Information​

Hazardous Material Application

HMIS Excel Spreadsheet​ - this can be used instead of the Word document in the hazardous material application.

Hazardous Materials Fees ​​​

Spill and Release Reporting

Compressed and liquefied Carbon Dioxide Beverage Systems