{"id":2697,"date":"2022-06-14T03:57:58","date_gmt":"2022-06-14T03:57:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bluetecmne.com\/?p=2697"},"modified":"2022-06-15T05:14:52","modified_gmt":"2022-06-15T05:14:52","slug":"fssd-submission-what-you-need-to-know","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bluetecmne.com\/blog\/fssd-submission-what-you-need-to-know\/","title":{"rendered":"FSSD Submission | What You Need To Know"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

As with any office, commercial, or retail construction or renovation work, every project requires a number of permits and approvals, such as a renovation permit, FSSD (Fire Safety and Shelter Department) approval, and BCA recommendation to entities such as SCDF Singapore. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

While some may be unaware of it, it is a legal requirement for all commercial buildings, and failure to comply could result in severe penalties from the authorities. Furthermore, failing to submit the building’s fire safety plans to the FSSD for approval could put your building and its occupants at greater risk during a fire emergency. If your plans do not include any type of fire protection or if your renovations are so minor that they do not pose a fire hazard, you are exempt from submitting an application.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Permits cannot be done by the project or\/and building owners themselves, therefore they must employ the help of Qualified Persons (QP) such as Bluetec M&E Consultancy. We can assist you in creating a suitable design and plan for the proposed fire safety works, submitting it to the FSSD, and following up on its approval.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why do you need FSSD approval?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Having structural fire precautions, exit staircases, and other fire safety provisions in every building is critical for emergency preparedness. When it comes to preventing and controlling fires, proper site planning and fire compartments are crucial. Buildings with fire-fighting systems that alert and evacuate civilians during a fire will also help save lives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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In addition, submitting an FSSD is a requirement for the SCDF’s Civil Defense Shelter Program to be successful. FSSD compliance is required to avoid penalties and losses as a result of negligence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Permits such as a fire safety certificate is required for any business that wishes to operate or occupy a structure. Failure to comply with this requirement is considered negligence and a violation of Singapore fire safety laws. Individuals found guilty of this offense face a fine of up to $10,000, up to six months in prison, or both.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is the FSSD submission process?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

While submitting an FSSD may appear to some as a simple and straightforward process, it entails a lot of work that requires more than just a basic understanding of fire safety. When submitting the application, specific FSSD and BCA requirements must be followed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The fact that regulations are constantly changing and all buildings are required to make the necessary adjustments without prior notice makes the FSSD submission process even more challenging for most building owners. That\u2019s where we step in to help.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bluetec M&E Consultancy understands all of the FSSD regulations and requirements for submitting fire safety work plans, due to our expertise and experience in fire safety management. We keep up with changes in FSSD submission regulations and industry standards to ensure that you have access to the most up-to-date information for proper FSSD submission and approval. Visit us here at our FSSD Submission<\/a> page to learn more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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