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    RULE 8.

    FIRE SAFETY ENFORCERS an


    9. ENFORCEMENT AND ADMINISTRA
    OF FIRE SAFETY MEASURES
    CJ SUMILANG
    RULE 8. FIRE SAFETY ENFORCERS
    CHAPTER 1. QUALIFICATIONS OF FIRE SAFETY ENFORCERS
    DIVISION 1. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
    SECTION 8.1.1.1 FIRE SAFETY
    PECTORS
    UNIFORMED PERSONNEL

    1. Licensed Engineer (Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, Chemical, Sanitary and Electronic


    and Communication); or Architect with at least one (1) year in the BFP service; or
    Graduate of any baccalaureate degree course with at least three (3) years in the
    BFP service;

    2. Shall have completed Fire Arson Investigation and Inspection Course (FAIIC); or
    have undergone at least forty (40) hours of relevant seminars/workshops on the
    Fire Code of the Philippines of 2008and other relevant fire safety
    seminars/workshops; and

    3. Non-licensed and non-engineering graduate must pass the written fire safety
    inspection examination conducted by the BFP.
    CHAPTER 1. QUALIFICATIONS OF FIRE SAFETY ENFORCERS
    DIVISION 1. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
    SECTION 8.1.1.1 FIRE SAFETY
    PECTORS
    NON- UNIFORMED PERSONNEL
    1. Appointed as Engineers (Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, Chemical,
    Sanitary and Electronics and Communication ); or Appointed as
    Electrical/Building Inspectors; and

    2. Shall have undergone at least forty (40) hours of relevant


    seminars/workshops on the Fire Code of the Philippines and other relevant
    fire safety seminars/workshops.

    3. Electrical/building inspectors must pass the written examination


    conducted by the BFP, otherwise they can only conduct inspection relative
    to their appointment’s duties and functions.
    CHAPTER 1. QUALIFICATIONS OF FIRE SAFETY ENFORCERS
    DIVISION 1. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
    ECTION 8.1.1.2 PLAN EVALUATORS

    1. Must be a licensed Architect or Engineer; and

    2. Shall have undergone at least forty (40) hours of relevant training on the Fire Code of the
    Philippines of 2008 and other relevant fire safety seminars/workshops.

    3. In cases where there is no licensed engineer or architect in a specific jurisdiction, a graduate of


    any baccalaureate degree with FAIIC training shall be designated as plan evaluator.
    CHAPTER 2. FUNCTIONS OF FIRE SAFETY ENFORCERS
    ION 1. RESPONSIBILITIES OF DESIGNATED FIRE SAFETY ENFOR

    CTION 8.2.1.1 FIRE SAFETY INSPECTORS


    The following shall be the main duties and responsibilities of Fire Safety Inspectors:

    1. Inspect any building, structure or facility and/or any part thereof, hazardous operations,
    storage facilities and transportation vehicles of hazardous materials to ensure compliance of
    the Fire Code of the Philippines, this IRR and other related laws, regulations, standards and
    ordinances within the area of responsibility;
    2. Assess compliance with the fire safety requirements, identify and recommend corrective
    actions for violations/defects and deficiencies and inform the owner/building
    administrator/occupants of such actions to comply with the provisions of the Fire Code of the
    Philippines, this IRR and other related laws, regulations, standards and ordinances;
    3. Testify in any judicial and quasi-judicial bodies regarding matters relating to the Fire Code of
    the Philippines and this IRR, and/or the performance of his/her duties related thereto, when
    needed;
    4. Conduct fire safety lectures, seminars/workshop and drills; and
    5. Prepare necessary documents and maintain files and/or records.
    CHAPTER 2. FUNCTIONS OF FIRE SAFETY ENFORCERS
    ION 1. RESPONSIBILITIES OF DESIGNATED FIRE SAFETY ENFOR

    ECTION 8.2.1.2 PLAN EVALUATORS

    The following shall be the main duties and responsibilities of Plan Evaluators:

    1. Review and evaluate building plans and specifications including fire protection system to
    determine compliance to the requirement of the Fire Code, this IRR, Building Code of the
    Philippines and other Life and Safety Standard; and

    2. Conduct site verification and inspection on building under construction to determine


    compliance with the approved plans and specifications.
    RULE 9. ENFORCEMENT AND ADMINISTRATION
    OF FIRE SAFETY MEASURES
    LE 9. ENFORCEMENT AND ADMINISTRATION OF FIRE SAFETY MEASURES
    DIVISION 1. GENERAL

    1. Inspection of all buildings, structures, facilities and premises, hazardous operations, storage facilities
    and transportation vehicles of hazardous materials and the determination of compliance of provisions
    of the Fire Code of the Philippines and this IRR shall be done by City/Municipal Fire Marshal having
    jurisdiction.

    2. Fire safety inspections shall be conducted as a pre-requisite to grants of permits and/or licenses by
    local governments or other government agencies. No occupancy permit, business or permit to
    operate shall be issued without securing a Fire Safety Inspection Certificate (FSIC) from the
    City/Municipal Fire Marshal having jurisdiction.

    3. In coordination with the Building Official, the City/Municipal Fire Marshal having jurisdiction shall
    review, evaluate and assess plans, design calculations and specifications, and issue the necessary
    building Fire Safety Evaluation Clearance (FSEC) upon determination that design and specification is in
    accordance with the provisions of the Fire Code of the Philippines and this IRR.
    LE 9. ENFORCEMENT AND ADMINISTRATION OF FIRE SAFETY MEASURES
    DIVISION 2. FIRE SAFETY EVALUATION AND INSPECTION

    TION 9.0.2.1 BUILDING PLAN REVIEW

    Building Plan Review is responsible for reviewing and approving


    Residential and Commercial building plans for compliance with applicable
    codes and regulations. 

    SECTION 9.0.2.2 INSPECTION DURING


    CONSTRUCTION
    During construction, renovation, modification or alteration, the City/Municipal
    Fire Marshal having jurisdiction, on the basis of issued FSC, shall inspect the
    premises to determine whether the plans, and specifications are being
    followed and fire safety precautions are being observed. He shall cause the
    correction of any defects/deficiencies noted, when necessary.
    LE 9. ENFORCEMENT AND ADMINISTRATION OF FIRE SAFETY MEASURES
    DIVISION 2. FIRE SAFETY EVALUATION AND INSPECTION

    TION 9.0.2.3 INSPECTION AFTER COMPLETION OF CONSTRUCTION


    After construction/ renovation/ modification or alteration and prior to the issuance of the
    occupancy permit by the Building Official, the City/Municipal Fire Marshal having jurisdiction
    shall inspect the premises and issue the necessary Fire Safety Inspection Certificate (FSIC)
    upon determination that the required fire safety construction are in place, and fire
    protective and/or warning system are properly installed in accordance with the approved
    plans and specifications.
    SECTION 9.0.2.4 BUSINESS AND ROUTINE
    INSPECTION
    The City/Municipal Fire Marshal having jurisdiction shall inspect all buildings,
    structures or facilities to determine the presence of any fire hazard, the types of
    occupancy
    LE 9. ENFORCEMENT AND ADMINISTRATION OF FIRE SAFETY MEASURES
    DIVISION 3. FIRE AND LIFE SAFETY ASSESSMENT REPORT

    ECTION 9.0.3.1 APPLICABILITY

    1. All private and public buildings, facilities and structures to be constructed or being
    constructed upon the effectivity of this IRR shall be required to submit FALAR 1 and
    2, among other documents, to the City/Municipal Fire Marshal having jurisdiction as
    one of the requirements for securing FSEC or FSIC for the issuance of Building
    Permit and Occupancy Permit.

    2. All existing private and public buildings, facilities or structures with occupancy of
    at least fifty (50) persons shall be required to submit FALAR 3 annually to the
    City/Municipal Fire Marshal having jurisdiction when securing FSIC.
    LE 9. ENFORCEMENT AND ADMINISTRATION OF FIRE SAFETY MEASURES
    DIVISION 3. FIRE AND LIFE SAFETY ASSESSMENT REPORT

    SECTION 9.0.3.2 PROCEDURES


    1. Three (3) sets of FALAR 1 shall be submitted to the City/Municipal Fire Marshal having
    jurisdiction by the building owner duly signed by the Architect and Fire Safety Practitioner
    duly accredited by the BFP, together with six (6) sets of plans and specifications. The
    City/Municipal Fire Marshal having jurisdiction shall not issue a FSEC for the issuance of
    Building Permit without the submission of FALAR 1.
    2. Prior to beneficial occupancy, together with the Certificate of Completion of Construction,
    three (3) sets of FALAR 2 shall be submitted to the City/Municipal Fire Marshal having
    jurisdiction by the building owner, duly signed by the Construction Manager and Contractor.
    The
    City/Municipal Fire Marshal having jurisdiction shall not issue a FSIC as a requirement for the

    issuance of Occupancy Permit without the submission of FALAR 2.


    3. The building owner shall make available for submission to the City/Municipal Fire Marshal
    having
    jurisdiction, three (3) sets of FALAR 3, duly signed by the Building Administrator during the
    regular
    annual fire safety inspection. The City/Municipal Fire Marshal having jurisdiction shall not
    issue a
    LE 9. ENFORCEMENT AND ADMINISTRATION OF FIRE SAFETY MEASURES
    DIVISION 3. FIRE AND LIFE SAFETY ASSESSMENT REPORT

    SECTION 9.0.3.3 FORMAT OF PREPARATION

    A. FALAR 1 - Documentation on Fire and Life-Safety Features of the Facility


    (Consisting of a written report prepared by the Architect and his Fire Protection Consultant. This
    is a compilation of the plans/specification and design analysis normally submitted by the
    Architect and Engineers. )

    FALAR 2 - Documentation submitted by the Contractor/s and the Construction Manager


    certifying that the construction was in accordance with the FALAR 1 and authorized changes.

    FALAR 3 - Documentation on the required periodic maintenance and upkeep of the fire and life-
    safety features of the facility.
    LE 9. ENFORCEMENT AND ADMINISTRATION OF FIRE SAFETY MEASURES
    DIVISION 4. FIRE SAFETY INSPECTION CERTIFICATE

    SECTION 9.0.4.1 FSIC AS A PRE-REQUISITE FOR ISSUANCE OF PERMIT/LICENSE


    Upon compliance of the fire safety requirements under Rule 10 of this IRR, a Fire
    Safety Inspection Certificate (FSIC) shall be issued by the BFP as a pre – requisite for
    the issuance of Business or Mayor’s Permit, Permit to Operate, Occupancy Permit,
    PHILHEALTH Accreditation for Hospitals, DOH License to Operate and other permits or
    licenses being issued by other government agencies.
    TION 9.0.4.2 DOCUMENTARY REQUIREMENTS
    FSIC for Occupancy Permit
    1. Endorsement from the Building Official (BO);
    2. Photocopy of Building Permit and Assessment of Occupancy Permit Fee;

    3. Copy of Fire Insurance Policy, if any;


    4. Copy of Latest Fire Safety Inspection Certificate immediately preceding this application, if any; and

    5. Three (3) sets of FALAR 2.


    LE 9. ENFORCEMENT AND ADMINISTRATION OF FIRE SAFETY MEASURES
    DIVISION 4. FIRE SAFETY INSPECTION CERTIFICATE

    FSIC for Business Permit


    • Endorsement from the Business Permit Licensing Office (BPLO);
    • Photocopy of Building Permit and Assessment of Business Permit
    Fee/Tax Bill for Business Permit;
    • Copy of Fire Insurance Policy, if any;
    • Copy of Latest Fire Safety Inspection Certificate immediately preceding this application, if any;
    and
    • Three (3) sets of FALAR 3.
    LE 9. ENFORCEMENT AND ADMINISTRATION OF FIRE SAFETY MEASURES

    DIVISION 5. FIRE SAFETY CLEARANCE


    Fire Safety Clearance shall be required for the storage, handling, installation and
    transportation of hazardous materials, operations and processes as may be prescribed
    in other provisions of this IRR.

    DIVISION 6. FIRE INSURANCE DATA REQUIRED


    All persons having fire insurance coverage on their properties and/or business shall
    submit a certified true copy of all coverages currently in effect, including subsequent
    and/or additional policies to the City/Municipal Fire Marshal having jurisdiction not
    later than ten (10) days after receipt of the document from any insurance company.
    Exempted from this requirement are owners of detached, single- or two-family
    dwellings actually being used for residential occupancy.
    END OF THE REPORT

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