Annual Conference
DATE: August 19–21, 2026
(Note: Attendees must register no later than July 15, 2026 to guarantee a nametag and conference gift.)
DATE: August 18, 2026
(Note: Must register to play or attend.)
The FMAO Annual Conference is a three-day working conference designed for fire marshals, inspectors, investigators, and fire service professionals who are responsible for prevention, enforcement, and investigation.
This is not a sit-and-listen event. It is built to sharpen skills, reinforce standards, and strengthen the working relationships that make the job easier in the field.
Become a Sponsor
Support the Annual Conference through sponsorship. Options include Golf Tournament sponsors (Gold $500 / Silver $250 / Bronze $150), Food sponsors (Full $2,500 / Partial $600), and more.
Register as a Vendor
Set up a booth at the Annual Conference and connect directly with fire service professionals from across Oklahoma. Vendor booth: $400.
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1 Real-World Training
Attendees receive instruction grounded in current codes, standards, and field application. Topics are selected based on real issues being encountered across Oklahoma and surrounding states.
Training typically includes:
- Fire and life safety code enforcement (IFC and NFPA application)
- Fire investigation techniques and case studies
- Inspection practices and documentation
- Legal considerations and courtroom preparedness
- Emerging hazards and new construction challenges
- Incident review and lessons learned
This is practical training you can take back to work the next day.
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2 Professional Development
The conference is structured to help members stay current and credible in their role.
Opportunities include:
- Continuing education hours
- Exposure to new tools, methods, and technologies
- Direct access to subject matter experts and instructors
- Discussion of evolving standards and regulatory expectations
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3 Networking That Actually Matters
You will spend three days with people who do the same job you do. That means:
- Sharing solutions to common problems
- Building contacts across jurisdictions
- Strengthening coordination between agencies
- Learning how others handle enforcement, investigations, and compliance
These relationships often end up being just as valuable as the training itself.
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4 Vendor & Resource Access
The conference brings in vendors and partners who support fire prevention and investigation work. Members can:
- See new equipment and technology firsthand
- Ask direct questions about products and applications
- Evaluate tools that improve efficiency and safety in the field
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5 Collaboration & Leadership
The conference also serves as a working session for the association. During the event, members participate in organizational discussions and leadership activities.
Become a Sponsor
Support the Annual Conference through sponsorship. Options include Golf Tournament sponsors (Gold $500 / Silver $250 / Bronze $150), Food sponsors (Full $2,500 / Partial $600), and more.
Register as a Vendor
Set up a booth at the Annual Conference and connect directly with fire service professionals from across Oklahoma. Vendor booth: $400.
Past Conference Highlights
Spring Mini Conference
The FMAO Spring Mini Conference is a focused, short-duration training event designed to keep fire marshals and prevention professionals sharp between annual conferences.
This is a one to two-day working session built around current issues, targeted training, and immediate field application.
Become a Sponsor
Support the Spring Mini Conference through sponsorship. Contact us for available sponsorship levels and opportunities.
Register as a Vendor
Set up a booth at the Spring Mini Conference and connect with fire service professionals.
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1 Targeted, High-Impact Training
The Spring Mini Conference zeroes in on specific topics that matter right now. Instead of broad coverage, sessions are designed to go deeper into key areas affecting fire prevention and investigation.
Common focus areas include:
- Updates to fire and life safety codes
- Inspection challenges and enforcement strategies
- Case studies from recent incidents
- Emerging hazards and local trends
- Documentation and reporting practices
This is practical, no-nonsense training you can apply immediately.
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2 Timely Updates
Fire prevention work does not sit still, and neither does this conference. Attendees receive:
- Mid-year updates on code changes and interpretations
- Insights into regional issues and enforcement trends
- Information that helps adjust practices before problems grow
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3 Peer-to-Peer Learning
The smaller format allows for more direct interaction. You will have the opportunity to:
- Ask questions and work through real scenarios
- Share experiences with other fire marshals
- Discuss what is working and what is not in the field
This setting encourages honest conversation and practical solutions.
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4 Continued Professional Development
The Spring Mini Conference helps members stay engaged and current throughout the year. Benefits include:
- Continuing education opportunities
- Reinforcement of best practices
- Exposure to new approaches and tools
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5 Why It Matters
The job does not slow down between annual conferences. The Spring Mini Conference keeps you aligned with current standards, connected with your peers, and prepared for what is coming next.
Attendees leave with:
- Updated knowledge on codes and enforcement
- Practical solutions to current challenges
- Stronger working relationships across jurisdictions
Become a Sponsor
Support the Spring Mini Conference through sponsorship. Contact us for available sponsorship levels and opportunities.
Register as a Vendor
Set up a booth at the Spring Mini Conference and connect with fire service professionals.
Who Should Attend
Past Mini Conference Highlights
Join the Fire Marshals Association of Oklahoma
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