Seattle Fire Department
Harold Scoggins, Fire Chief
Fire Code Advisory Board
What is it?
The Fire Code Advisory Board (FCAB) was created by the City Council over five decades ago to give the public and local business, industry and technical trades a clear voice in the fire code process. Board members advise the city on updates and revisions to the code and have played a crucial role in shaping the Seattle Fire Code. The 15 board members are appointed by the Mayor and confirmed by the City Council and serve a renewable term of three years.
Who are the members?
Current members are designated by SMC 3.16 Subchapter V to represent areas of interest:
| Architects | Marine |
| Building Owners and Managers Association | Manufacturing and Warehousing |
| Chemical Engineers | Mechanical Engineers |
| Fire Protection Industry | Port of Seattle |
| Insurance | Research and Labs |
| King County Labor Council | Services Industry |
| Major Institutions | General Public (2 positions) |