This industry comprises establishments of local governments primarily engaged in rendering judgements in and interpretings the law, including the arbitration of civil actions.

This industry comprises establishments of local governments primarily engaged in providing incarceration and rehabilitation services of jails and other detention establishments.

This industry comprises establishments of local governments primarily engaged in maintaining law and order by means of operating police forces and services.

This industry comprises establishments of local governments primarily engaged in the prevention, investigation and extinction of fires.

This industry comprises establishments of local governments primarily engaged in the general protection of individuals, singly or in groups, against negligence, exploitation or abuse.

This industry comprises establishments of local governments, not classified to any other industry, primarily engaged in dealing with major emergencies and catastrophes. Establishments primarily engaged in animal or pest control activities or other municipal protective services are included.