Fourth Annual Report of the Department of the State Fire Marshal offers a concise look at the department’s work for the year 1914.
It compiles statistics, findings, and recommendations from the 1914 period, outlining how fire safety rules were enforced in schools, factories, and public buildings.
The book presents a practical view of early fire prevention efforts in New York, including the role of fire drills in reducing panic, plans for water supply and apparatus, and inspections of buildings and schools. It also covers regulations affecting moving picture theaters, portable booths, and fire safety in public venues, along with the department’s efforts to improve fire protection across communities.
- How fire drills save lives in schools and factories, with real‑world examples and performance times
- Discussion of water supply, apparatus, and motorization trends in fire departments
- Regulations for fireproof booths in theaters and the safety standards for motion pictures
- Statistical sections and recommended amendments shaping fire safety policy
Ideal for readers of historical safety policy, early 20th‑century public administration, or anyone curious about how state agencies documented and improved fire protection.