Wyo. Code R. 041-0003-4
General Agency, Board or Commission Rules
Chapter 4: Special Deputy Fire Marshalls
Effective Date: 03/24/1994 to 03/29/1999
Rule Type: Superceded Rules & Regulations
Reference Number: 041.0003.4.03241994
Section 1. Authority. W.S. 35-9-107(b) (iii) the State Fire Marshal may deputize a member of a fire department who is approved by the chief of his department and is qualified to inspect, investigate and carry out orders for the State Fire Marshal under the rules adopted by the council.
Section 2. Definition. Special Deputy State Fire Marshal means any person properly qualified and appointed by the State Fire Marshal to assist with his duties. Special Deputy State Fire Marshals serve without pay. Special Deputy State Fire Marshals shall not charge for their services while acting in that capacity.
Section 3. Number. The State Fire Marshal may appoint as many Special Deputies as he determines necessary to serve the public interest.
(a) Appointment may be made verbally when necessary to facilitate and insure timely inspection or investigation. Such verbal appointments must be verified within forty-eight (48) hours in writing. All other appointments shall be in writing at the time of appointment.
(b) An appointee shall be certified in conformance with the requirements established by the State Fire Marshal's Fire Service Training Advisory Committee.
(c) An appointee will be issued an identification card and certificate.
Section 5. Duration of Term. The appointment term of a Special Deputy shall expire on January 1 following the year of issue. The appointment becomes invalid when withdrawn in writing by the State Fire Marshal, or when any qualification in W.S. 359-107(b)(iii) or Section 4 of these rules and regulations is no longer satisfied.
Section 6. Powers. The powers of a Special Deputy are limited to those necessary to conduct an effective inspection or investigation as assigned by the State Fire Marshal. Any actions taken by the Special Deputy which exceed these powers are not binding on the State Fire Marshal.
Section 7. Report. Special Deputies shall submit a written report of observations, findings, and conclusions of each inspection or investigation permitted by this section. Reports shall be in writing and submitted to the State Fire Marshal by certified mail within forty-eight (48) hours of completion of the inspection or investigation, unless more time is granted by the State Fire Marshal.
Section 8. Misrepresentation. In the event a Special Deputy continues to act as a Special Deputy after an appointment has been terminated, or expires, or if a special deputy goes beyond the authority permitted by this section, the State Fire Marshal may institute appropriate legal proceedings.