Canton Township Firefighter Thomas Agocs has been promoted to Fire Inspector.
Agocs began his career as a firefighter/medic in 2007 and he has steadily advanced in his field, taking on various roles and responsibilities, according to a prepared statement. Since 2013, he has held the position of Union Board Secretary, working to represent his colleagues and promote their interests within the department. In 2020, he became an instructor coordinator, contributing to the training and development of the Suppression Division.
He became a CPR instruction and joined the department peer support team in 2021. He has been a member of the bike team since 2022, providing specialized support during community events. In addition to the special units, he has earned his Fire Officer I and II certifications.
In his new position as a fire inspector, he will be tasked with overseeing a wide range of responsibilities aimed at enhancing fire safety and ensuring compliance with fire prevention laws and ordinances. A significant aspect of his duties will involve conducting detailed inspections of commercial and industrial facilities, to ensure that they adhere to established fire safety standards, according to the department. As a fire inspector, he will be responsible for installing residential smoke alarms and conducting fire safety home inspections, all with the goal of improving fire prevention efforts. His work will not only focus on identifying potential hazards but also on promoting best practices for fire prevention, officials said.
In addition to his inspection duties, he will play a critical part in assisting with fire investigations. This aspect of his position will be essential in identifying the origin and cause of fires, helping to prevent future incidents. Through these efforts, he will contribute to minimizing fire hazards and enhancing the safety of the community, officials said in a prepared statement.
