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Bare Act

Fire Prevention and Life Safety Measures Act, Gujarat.Year 2013

General201320 sections3 chapters

This Act regulates fire prevention and life safety measures throughout the state of Gujarat. It applies to all buildings, housing societies, and structures where people gather, including temporary tents and industrial sites. The legislation mandates specific safety standards to prevent fires and protect life and property during emergencies. By enforcing these requirements, the Act aims to minimize fire risks and ensure effective emergency response, ultimately safeguarding citizens from the dangers of fire disasters.

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Chapter I PRELIMINARY →

  1. 1Short title, extent and commencement
  2. 2Definitions

Chapter II ORGANIZATION, SUPERINTENDENCE, CONTROL AND MAINTAINANCE OF FIRE SERVICE →

  1. 3One fire service for whole of State
  2. 4Superintendence of Fire Service to vest in State
  3. 5Constitution and classification of Fire Service
  4. 6Appointment of Director
  5. 16Power to enter into agreement
  6. 26Evacuation and power to seal
  7. 36Bar of Court
  8. 37Cognizance of offence
  9. 38Compounding of offence or withdrawal of proceedings
  10. 41Assistance to Fire Officers
  11. 42Failure to give information
  12. 43Penalty for wilfully obstructing firefighting rescue operations
  13. 44False report
  14. 45Offence by a company

Chapter XI MISCELLANEOUS →

  1. 46Officers and employees to be public servant
  2. 47Death of member of Fire Service
  3. 48Employment on other duties
  4. 49Effect of inconsistency with other Act

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