To obtain recognition from the department of commerce and insurance, state fire marshal's office, a municipality, county, or political subdivision desiring to operate a fire department, or an organization, agency, or entity desiring to operate as a fire department shall file an application with the department of commerce and insurance, state fire marshal's office, and file a renewal application to continue so operating, in accordance with the following:
Structure 2021 Tennessee Code
Title 68 - Health, Safety and Environmental Protection
Chapter 102 - Fire Prevention and Investigation
Part 3 - Fire Department Recognition Act
§ 68-102-302. “Fire Department” Defined
§ 68-102-303. State Fire Marshal's Standards and Qualifications
§ 68-102-305. Compliance With § 68-102-108