PDRF & Fire

Core Functions of the Fire Departments

Firefighting and Disaster Mitigation is the primary and most vital responsibility of the department. Effective and promptly respond to protect life and property.

• Types of Fire NOCs (No Objection Certificates)
  • Provisional Fire NOC: This certificate is issued during the building plan approval stage, prior to the commencement of construction. It ensures that the proposed building incorporates essential fire prevention and life safety measures as per relevant norms and codes.
  • Final Fire NOC: Issued before granting the Occupancy Certificate (OC), this certificate verifies that the actual construction complies with all fire safety provisions outlined in the Provisional Fire NOC. It ensures the building is safe for occupancy from a fire safety perspective and is granted by PMRDA.
  • Fire Clearance for Environmental Clearance (EC): This specific fire clearance is issued exclusively for the Maharashtra Environment Impact Assessment Authority as part of the Integrated Occupancy Document (IOD) process. It ensures that fire safety requirements are addressed for projects requiring environmental clearance.
  • Standby Duty Services: The department provides fire standby services for various public and private events such as helipad operations, exhibitions, seminars, public gatherings, political meetings, sports events and similar high-footfall occasions to ensure safety and rapid emergency response.
  • Training and Awareness: The fire service also undertakes public awareness campaigns and ensures preparedness and quick response during any crisis.
  • Pune Metropolitan Disaster Response Force (PDRF): In addition to this, Fire service is actively involved in handling man-made disasters (like chemical leaks, accidents) and natural calamities (such as floods, storms and earthquakes). These operations are effectively carried out in association with the Pune Metropolitan Disaster Response Force (PDRF) wing.