The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment is one of 16 cabinet-level departments whose executive director is appointed by the governor. The department pursues its mission through broad-based health and environmental protection programs and activities.

The Denver Fire Department conducts inspections of the City’s commercial occupancies including: businesses, schools, apartment buildings, and institutions. The goal of inspections is to ensure compliance with the Denver Fire Code. Annual Fire Safety Inspections allow the Denver Fire Department to maintain the highest ISO Rating.