“I have proved it to myself that I’m able to be here and able to do the work.” Join FDNY presents a Profile in Bravery
February 9, 2026The latest class of FDNY fire protection inspectors to join the FDNY is being assigned to units throughout New York City after taking part in a graduation ceremony on Monday, Feb. 9, 2026, in the Commissioner Robert O. Lowery Auditorium at Department headquarters in Brooklyn.
“Today, we are here to talk about a very special group of the FDNY—the real people who are out there on the streets who are making sure that the people in our city are safe, and that is you,” FDNY Commissioner Lillian Bonsignore said. “And I want you to know you are just as much a hero as anybody else in this Department, because without prevention, we would be in a much worse place in our city. What you do is incredible. I want to make sure that you understand that we all know that you protect our city and you prevent tragedies.”
The FDNY’s Bureau of Fire Prevention is tasked with preventing fire conditions by enforcing the Fire Code and inspecting buildings, small businesses, schools and construction sites. Inspectors are the first line of defense in preventing fires across the five boroughs.
“I want you to think of yourselves as life safety professionals, because that’s truly what you represent,” Chief of Fire Prevention Thomas Currao said. “The Bureau of Fire Prevention plays a pivotal role in the FDNY’s mission because preventing a tragedy from occurring is the very best way that we can deliver on our commitment to protect life and property.”
Fire protection inspectors go through an intensive, multi-week program. The specialized training includes extensive instruction on New York City fire and building codes, inspection protocols, and violation enforcement.
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The latest class of FDNY fire protection inspectors graduated at a ceremony on Feb. 9, 2026.