Fire Safety

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The Fire Safety and Shelter Department (FSSD) of the Singapore Civil Defence Force regulates
fire safety requirements in buildings. Before you can start any renovation or building works or
commence business operations, you must get clearance from FSSD.

             Consult With FSSD
             Engage A Qualified Person
             Where Can I Find More Information?

Consult With FSSD

• You can ask FSSD fire safety consultants for free advice on fire safety matters, including the
licences and permits required.

•   FSSD issues licences for storage, transport and import of petroleum and flammable materials,
      permits for outdoor and indoor events, such as trade fairs and exhibitions, and clearances for
      public entertainment outlets.

• If you intend to carry out renovations, fire safety or building works, you can also ask these
consultants about the procedures in acquiring plan approval and fire safety certificates.

Engage A Qualified Person

•   You will need to engage a Qualified Person, either an engineer registered with the
      Professional Engineers Board (PEB) or an architect registered with the Board of Architects
      (BOA), to help you comply with fire safety requirements.

• The Qualified Person can help you draw up plans of fire safety works and liaise with FSSD on
all fire safety matters.

Professional Bodies In Singapore

• Board of Architects (BOA)
• Professional Engineers Board (PEB)

Where Can I Find More Information?

•   FSSD Consultation Services (Free)
•   Directory of FSSD officers you can contact
•   List of fire safety works that do not need approval from FSSD