The Public Safety & Film Unit reviews applications for filming permits and special effects permits, sets requirements and conducts inspections at filming locations to ensure public safety and compliance with the Fire Code.

During 2009 the Public Safety & Film Unit processed:

• 2819 Filming Permits
• 1500 Revisions to Permits
• 689 Special Effects Permits
• 853 Still Photography Permits

The Public Safety & Film Unit is responsible for the assignment of Fire Safety Officers (FSO) and Fire Safety Advisors (FSA) at filming locations within the jurisdictional areas of the County of Los Angeles Fire Department.

SERVING THE INCORPORATED CITIES WITHIN LOS ANGELES COUNTY