Many of the factory owners don’t seek licences: Atul Garg
Additional Director, Delhi Fire Services Atul Garg speaks to Sakshi Chand about fire norms and why the Narela and Barela industrial services fall foul of them.
What are the basic norms to be kept in mind to obtain a fire NOC?
There are various norms which need to be followed. Among them, the major one is having two staircases. If you recall during the old times everyone used to have two exits to their houses; one ahead and one at the back. The staircase should be at least 1.5 meters in length so that people can easily pass through. In case a factory constructs a basement then they should have a sprinkler system in place. A water zeal should also be in place in case a fire needs to be doused during the time the fire extinguisher arrives.
Apart from this, fire extinguishers, hydrant pump and water tank should also be present. Only if all these norms are followed, will we issue a fire NOC.
Why do most of the factories in Bawana and Narela Industrial Areas not have a fire NOC?
The problem is that most of the buildings are different from the structural plan. While some have got their plans sanctioned but have …read more
