The NBC, published by the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS), serves as a foundational document providing guidelines for the design, construction, and maintenance of buildings to ensure safety, including fire safety measures.

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Part IV of the NBC specifically addresses ‘Fire and Life Safety,’ outlining requirements such as:

Building Design and Materials: Recommendations on the use of fire-resistant materials and construction techniques to prevent the spread of fire.

Fire Detection and Suppression Systems: Specifications for installing fire alarms, sprinkler systems, and other firefighting equipment.

Means of Egress: Design criteria for safe evacuation routes, including the number and placement of exits, staircases, and signage.

The latest edition, NBC 2016, incorporates modern advancements and lessons learned from past incidents to enhance fire safety protocols.

Q. With reference to Fire Safety, consider the following statements;

1. The Fire Services is a concurrent subject.

2. The National Building Code of India (NBC) published by the Bureau of Indian Standards, mentions fire safety requirements in buildings.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

[A] 1 only

[B] 2 only

[C] Both 1 and 2

[D] Neither 1 nor 2

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