Hi seniors,
I need your help. Can somebody explain the provision of fire under the Factories Act or relevant act? Is there any provision for the fitting number of fire extinguishers per square meter or based on the number of people? Or can I simply extend the pipeline?
I am eagerly waiting for a reply.
Thanks and regards,
Shashi S. Jha
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From India, Madras
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5I need your help. Can somebody explain the provision of fire under the Factories Act or relevant act? Is there any provision for the fitting number of fire extinguishers per square meter or based on the number of people? Or can I simply extend the pipeline?
I am eagerly waiting for a reply.
Thanks and regards,
Shashi S. Jha
9143188566
From India, Madras
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Hi,
I hope you are from Andhra Pradesh. In AP, the AP Fire Services Act of 1999 clearly defines the required firefighting equipment in any factory or building. This requirement depends on factors such as the area, height, and hazard frequency (high/mid/low). The Act closely follows the guidelines set by the National Building Code (NBC), with different tables available in the NBC Guidelines.
Nagaraj
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From Oman, Muscat
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I hope you are from Andhra Pradesh. In AP, the AP Fire Services Act of 1999 clearly defines the required firefighting equipment in any factory or building. This requirement depends on factors such as the area, height, and hazard frequency (high/mid/low). The Act closely follows the guidelines set by the National Building Code (NBC), with different tables available in the NBC Guidelines.
Nagaraj
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Mr.Shashi, Pl see sec.38 and the state rules under it applicable to your state. Varghese Mathew 9961266966
From India, Thiruvananthapuram
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Further to the advice by Sri Nagaraj and Sri Varghese, one has to consult the insurance company about the fire-fighting equipment (be it fire hydrants, extinguishers, etc.). Depending on the adequacy or not of the number, the insurer will fix the premium to cover any fire accident-related issues. Higher management needs to make a decision balancing the incidence of the premium and the expenditure on the fire-fighting equipment.
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Dear Shashi,
You referred to section 38 of The Factories Act and related State Factories Rules. I am attaching the TAC guidelines and also the Fire Load calculation information.
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Deepak B Dorik
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From India, Silvassa
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You referred to section 38 of The Factories Act and related State Factories Rules. I am attaching the TAC guidelines and also the Fire Load calculation information.
Thanks and Regards,
Deepak B Dorik
09904002055
From India, Silvassa
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Diff.provisions would apply to diff. factories depending on nature of manufacture, business etc. If you would give your particulars appropriate stipulations could be provided. kumar.s.
From India, Bangalore
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Thanks Mr. Kumar.This is for rubber Industry and is located in west bengal...Can you please tell me to refer some sec of some acts????? Thanks and regards Shashi S. Jha
From India, Madras
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Dear Mr. Shashi,
I am unable to find the WB Fire Safety norms for the Rubber Industry precisely. However, it would suffice if you follow the BIS standards (through this link): [Indian Standard Code of Practice for Fire Safety of Chemical Industries (Part 1 - Rubber and Plastic) (IS: 11457 - 1985) - Buy online now at Jain Book Agency, a Delhi-based bookstore.](http://www.jainbookagency.com/newdetails.aspx?id=21030&pkid=404611904&am p;amp;pkbname=)
Also, for your general updating, the attached article by Mr. Ramesh Babu could be helpful. I will try to add some more shortly if you need further information.
Kumar S.
From India, Bangalore
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I am unable to find the WB Fire Safety norms for the Rubber Industry precisely. However, it would suffice if you follow the BIS standards (through this link): [Indian Standard Code of Practice for Fire Safety of Chemical Industries (Part 1 - Rubber and Plastic) (IS: 11457 - 1985) - Buy online now at Jain Book Agency, a Delhi-based bookstore.](http://www.jainbookagency.com/newdetails.aspx?id=21030&pkid=404611904&am p;amp;pkbname=)
Also, for your general updating, the attached article by Mr. Ramesh Babu could be helpful. I will try to add some more shortly if you need further information.
Kumar S.
From India, Bangalore
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Hello,
This is a common topic of debate with our clients. Section 38 of the Factories Act contains the relevant sections for fire safety. More details can be found in the state rules. Although our act and rules are old and outdated, we still need to adhere to them.
There is a specified requirement for the number of fire buckets (filled with fine dry sand and others filled with water) that must be kept. The number of fire buckets per 100 sq m of the factory building is specified. Additionally, some states have included provisions for fire extinguishers in addition to or in place of fire buckets.
There is no provision in the rules for water sprinklers. However, the rules do allow for exemptions or waivers from the factory inspector. By following the more stringent rules laid down under ISP norms, you can seek approval from the factory inspector.
Please let me know if you need any further assistance.
Thank you.
From India, Mumbai
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This is a common topic of debate with our clients. Section 38 of the Factories Act contains the relevant sections for fire safety. More details can be found in the state rules. Although our act and rules are old and outdated, we still need to adhere to them.
There is a specified requirement for the number of fire buckets (filled with fine dry sand and others filled with water) that must be kept. The number of fire buckets per 100 sq m of the factory building is specified. Additionally, some states have included provisions for fire extinguishers in addition to or in place of fire buckets.
There is no provision in the rules for water sprinklers. However, the rules do allow for exemptions or waivers from the factory inspector. By following the more stringent rules laid down under ISP norms, you can seek approval from the factory inspector.
Please let me know if you need any further assistance.
Thank you.
From India, Mumbai
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