08/18/2026
ATTENTION PARENTS AND TEACHERS!!
The TN State Fire Marshal’s Office poster contest is underway! Below are the details and rules of the contest! Let’s get kids involved in fire safety!!
The Tennessee State Fire Marshal's Office (SFMO) proudly announces the theme and submission rules for the 2026 Poster Contest!
This year’s theme “Charge into Fire Safety: Safe Charging is a Superpower”commemorates Fire Prevention Week 2026 (October 4-11, 2026). Developed by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) this year's theme emphasizes the importance of buying, charging, and recycling lithium-ion batteries safely.
Lithium-ion batteries store a significant amount of energy in a relatively small space. These batteries can overheat, start a fire, or explode if overcharged or damaged. By learning how to BUY, CHARGE, and RECYCLE these batteries safely, you can help prevent a fire in your home.
Today’s homes burn faster than ever. You may have as little as two minutes (or even less time) to safely escape a home fire from the time the smoke alarm sounds. Your ability to escape a home during a fire depends on early warning from smoke alarms and advance planning.
Before entering the contest, please carefully read the following instructions and rules. Visit: https://www.tn.gov/commerce/fire/prevention-education-and-outreach/poster-contest.html
Important dates:
-August 17, 2026: Contest opens for submissions.
-September 25, 2026: Submission period closes.
-September/ October 2026: Judging conducted.
-October 2026: Winners announced.
-November 7, 2026: Awards ceremony held in Nashville (Location to be announced later).
