Knowledge Base & Regulatory Guidance
Frequently Asked Questions
Clear answers regarding statutory municipal compliance, Maharashtra Fire Service licensing, NBC Part 4 mandates, and ongoing AMC operations.
Section 01
Statutory Licensing & Compliance (Form 'A' / 'B')
Under Section 3(3) of the Maharashtra Fire Prevention and Life Safety Measures Act 2006, every building owner or occupier must submit a bi-annual certificate in Form 'B' (due in January and July) from a licensed agency, certifying that all fire fighting installations are in good repair and efficient working order.
No. Only agencies holding an active, authorized license from the Directorate of Maharashtra Fire Services are legally authorized to inspect systems and execute Form 'B' statutory filings. SecureFlame is a fully authorized license agency.
National Building Code (NBC) 2016 Part 4 governs Fire & Life Safety. It specifies strict occupancy classifications, minimum numbers of fire staircases, pressurization requirements, wet riser pipe diameters, automatic sprinkler coverage densities, and addressable smoke detection loop layouts.
Section 02
Engineering Systems & Maintenance Operations
Our standard AMC agreements include comprehensive quarterly physical health audits, weekly automated diesel engine test runs, monthly pressure switch calibration, and emergency support for urgent alarms or valve pressure drops via the AMC desk at +91 98194 04824.
Yes. Our surveillance systems integrate on-premise RAID-backed Network Video Recorders (NVR) with optional hybrid cloud replication and edge AI analytics for perimeter intrusion, facial verification, and license plate capture.
Under IS 2190 guidelines, dry powder (ABC) and clean agent extinguishers must be hydrostatically tested every 3 to 5 years, with routine visual pressure gauge audits conducted quarterly. CO2 cylinders require high-pressure hydrostatic stretch testing every 5 years.
Have a specific municipal audit or technical inquiry?
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