In January 1898, several members of Croydon's Fire Brigade Committee called for the dismissal of the Superintendent, Thompson, for allowing lax procedure and discipline.

It was cited that brigade members visited licensed houses in contravention of formal rules, with the Superintendent's full knowledge and consent.

"[5] In 1911 a short, silent, black and white cine film was made demonstrating the duties carried out by the Croydon Fire Brigade.

Footage includes extinguishing fires, the fireman's lift and catching a person jumping from a tower on to a safety sheet held by firemen.

Replacement volunteers were provided from the workforce of local department stores, Grants, Kennards and Allders.

[8] In the years following the appointment of Chief Fire Officer Frederick Delve, the brigade became the first in Britain to fit radio communications to headquarters in all appliances.