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The Odisha Fire Service Act, 1993

The Odisha Fire Service Act, 1993

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This Act establishes and regulates the Orissa Fire Service to provide efficient fire fighting services across the entire state. It applies to all fire stations, personnel, and the use of fire fighting appliances. The law mandates fire prevention and safety measures to protect life and property from fire hazards. By setting up a dedicated force and defining rules for its maintenance and control, the legislation ensures that the state is prepared to handle emergencies effectively. This framework is crucial for reducing risks to citizens and safeguarding assets from destruction, ensuring public safety and order.

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  1. 0. Preamble
  2. 1. Short title, extent and commencement
  3. 2. Definitions
  4. 3. Constitution of Orissa Fire Service
  5. 4. Appointment of Director, Officers and other members
  6. 5. Terms and conditions of service
  7. 7. Control and superintendence
  8. 8. Powers of State Government to make orders with respect to fire service
  9. 9. Powers of members of Fire Service on occasion of fire
  10. 10. Preventive measures
  11. 13. Inquiry into origin of fire and report
  12. 14. Employment on other duties
  13. 16. Failure to give information
  14. 17. Failure to take precautions
  15. 18. Wilful obstruction of fire-fighting
  16. 19. Penalty for false report
  17. 20. Liability of property owner to pay compensation
  18. 21. Police Officers to aid
  19. 22. Information of fire
  20. 23. Consumption of water
  21. 24. No compensation for interruption of water supply
  22. 25. Protection of action in good faith
  23. 26. Power to make rules
  24. 27. Saving
  25. 28. Power to remove difficulties

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