Fire Safety Plan NOC
Overview
No Objection Certificate from the Fire Service and Civil Defence (FSCD) confirming the building has an acceptable fire safety management plan. Covers evacuation procedures, fire warden assignments, fire drill schedules, fire safety equipment placement, and emergency contact arrangements. Distinct from the construction-stage Fire NOC (which covers design) and the annual Fire Licence (which covers ongoing system maintenance and readiness).
When Is This Required?
| Parameter | Condition | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Building Type |
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Commercial,Industrial,Institutional,Mixed-Use,Retail,Warehouse,Hospital,School,Hotel,Data Centre,Sports Facility,Bank,Factory |
Required |
| Fire Safety Plan NOC required as part of Fire Licence application. Matches Fire Licence building type scope under Fire Prevention and Extinguishment Act 2003. | ||
Required Evidence
Process Steps
Prepare fire safety plan covering evacuation routes, fire warden duties, equipment placement, drill schedule and emergency contacts. Submit to local FSCD office along with Fire Licence application. FSCD reviews plan and may conduct site visit. NOC issued if plan meets requirements.
Common Issues
Plan submitted but never updated after layout changes. Evacuation routes on plan do not match actual exits. Fire wardens listed have left the organisation. No drill records to support the plan. Plan covers only one floor or one tenant.
Legal Basis
Building360 interpretation — not legal advice: Section 13 establishes the requirement for obtaining a No Objection Certificate from the Fire Service and Civil Defence directorate before construction of certain building types. The exact text requires verification.