Updated on August 06, 2024 10:55:25 AM
The Fire No Objection Certificate also known as a “Fire NOC” is a critical legal document issued by the local fire department or an authorized fire safety authority varying upon your region/ area of registration. A Fire NOC provides complete assurance to whosoever is present within the working premises in regards to compliance with the latest fire safety standards issued by fire departments which are vital for safety of the occupants in a critical situation of a fire outbreak. For example: fire exits, fire sprinkler systems, smoke alarms, fire safety signs, different types of fire extinguishers (water, foam, dry powder, carbon dioxide, wet chemical) depending upon the type of workplace, nearby fire hose, etc. Such equipment is mandatory in order to help the occupants vacate the premises safely and prevent the likelihood of any fire incidents in the first place.
A Fire NOC is not only limited to a mere certification of fire safety but also a keen promise to its employees to keep them in a safer work environment which indicates strong principles of a company. Therefore, it is a breeze to say that registering a Fire NOC is almost an obligation for any workplace to provide their employees a risk free work experience and not compromise over their productivity.
A Fire NOC is a certificate issued by the Indian Fire Department which states that the presented property or building with the same Fire NOC is conforming to all the fire safety regulation and standard tabulated in the current guideline of the Fire Department. This is important as by holding the certificate, the building would have recommendable preventive and safety measures in case of a fire outbreak and that would protect the residents, employees or any other occupant who may be present in the building at that time. This includes physical examination by officials of the fire department who check for varied factors including fire fighting devices like fire extinguishers, fire alarms, sprinkler systems, fire exits, and other essential safety features. Unlike most of the NOC, the Fire NOC is not a one-time need, instead, a Fire NOC needs to be renewed regularly within a mentioned time frame to maintain its relevance to the current safety compliance. This helps in making sure that the measures have not stopped being effective and deems to be providing adequate protection to the occupants in the building – on a continuous basis.
The overall process for Fire NOC registration may differ according to the region or state in which you get your Fire NOC registered, still here is a common and thorough procedure of the registration mentioned in the following details:
Collect the necessary documents and information required for the application. Make sure the documents you will provide are true and best by your knowledge.
Visit your nearest fire department government portal, create a user ID and fill out the form accurately.
After submission the authority might give the site a visit to verify the mentioned details in the application.
If the building complies with the guidelines after verification and surpasses the benchmarks, an NOC is then issued by the fire department.
The NOC remains valid for a certain period mentioned in the certificate & the property owner must renew their Fire NOC before it expires which will result in the process being repeated so make sure you keep your overall fire prevention gadgets and measures up to date.
Also, once obtained, it is mandatory to display the Fire NOC in the building premises.
The documents required to get a Fire NOC issued varies from state to state and the most recent guidelines which are issued by your local fire department but the list of common documents required to apply for a Fire NOC are as follows:
Issuing a Fire NOC consists of a fee which can vary according to the state you apply your Fire NOC in, also a professional fee in case you do not want to complete such a tedious process all by yourself, we here do it all on your behalf from scratch for a nominal fee which is mentioned along with the government charges in the table below:
Fire NOC | Registration Fee (₹) |
Issuance Fee | Calculated by height (m.), area (sq.m.) and category of building. Varies depending upon state/union territory of registration. | Renewal Fee |
Professional Fee | 35,000 |
Note: The abovementioned fee is exclusive of GST.
A Fire NOC once issued is valid for the duration mentioned in the certificate clearly, however, the duration may vary depending upon the local fire department laws, the state in which you apply, and the type of building you applied it for. Here is a list of common types of buildings:
Obtaining Fire NOC is not only respecting the legal requirements of Fire Code but also the evidence of the company’s strong principles of safety, environment, and efficiency. In the complex Indian business context where depth is laid on compliance, the Fire NOC serves to put us in safer ground in accordance with the country’s safety measures hence reducing risks to the stakeholders.
Thus, reception of this certification proves the company’s commitment regarding the protection of human capital, as well as the company’s assets and its business continuity. In doing so, this is a proactive approach that will help build and maintain our corporate image and brand, investors’ confidence and trust, customers’ trust and loyalty, and trusted partners to a particular standard and level of adherence to global best practice. A Fire NOC can be regarded as a long-term investment in the sustainability of our business objectives, thus demonstrating our prudent thinking when it comes to possible risks.
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Final NOC is the document issued by your local fire services which state that the certified building complies with the fire safety standards and equipment. Therefore, it is highly unlikely that there will be any fire related accidents & casualties.
Documents required for a Fire NOC registration are:
Complete list of documents may vary according to the state of issuance.
A Fire NOC ensures that the building complies with fire safety standards to protect the occupants in case of a fire outbreak.
Most insurance companies require a Fire NOC in case the insurance is claimed.
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