Fire Prevention and Extinction Rules, 2014 (অগ্নি প্রতিরোধ ও নির্বাপণ বিধিমালা ২০১৪) represents a major shift in Bangladesh’s safety landscape, following high-profile industrial tragedies like Rana Plaza. Supplementing the Fire Prevention and Extinguishing Act, 2003
Perhaps one of the most significant provisions in the rules can be found in of the 2014 Rules. It requires that a building owner must apply for an occupancy certificate upon the completion of construction. This certificate is crucial because it serves as official confirmation that the building's fire safety measures comply with the requirements set forth by the BNBC.
(bgpress.gov.bd), which archives all official legislative gazettes.
: The law requires smoke detectors in every room, as smoke inhalation is a primary cause of death in burning buildings. Escape Routes : Buildings with over 500 occupants must have at least two protected staircases
A comprehensive Fire Safety Plan detailing fire hydrants, detection layouts, and evacuation paths.