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Acts and Regulations
Fire Safety
Codes and Standards
Code of Practice for Fire Precautions in Buildings
Performance Based
Code of Practice for Fire Precautions in Rapid Transit Systems (CPFPRTS)
Circulars
Fire Safety
- SCDF Circulars on CORENET
- 2/9/2024 - Circular - Amendments to Fire Code 2023 - 2nd Batch of Amendments (PDF, 999 KB)
- 1/3/2024 - Circular - Amendments to Fire Code 2023 - 1st Batch of Amendments (PDF, 593 KB)
- 25/8/2023 - Circular - Publication of the Code of Practice for Fire Precautions in Buildings 2023 Edition
- 1/3/2023 - Circular - Technical Requirements for Household Shelters 2023 (PDF, 227 KB)
- 1/3/2023 - Implementation Of SS 299:2021 – Singapore Standard for Code Of Practice for Fire-Resistant Cables Of Rated Voltage up to and Including 600/1000v for Fixed Installations, Having Low Emission of Smoke and Corrosive Gases When Affected by Fire – Requirements and Test Method (PDF, 233 KB)
- 1/3/2023 - Circular - Amendments to Fire Code 2018 - 12th Batch of Amendments (PDF, 439 KB)
- 1/12/2022 - Circular - Issues that cannot be addressed using PB Approach (PDF, 210 KB)
- 13/10/2022 - Circular - FSE Registration Exercise 2023 (PDF, 224 KB)
- 13/10/2022 - Circular - Implementation of SS 546:2022 - Code of Practice for Emergency Voice Communication Systems in Buildings 2 (PDF, 235 KB)
- 1/9/2022 - Circular - Amendments to Fire Code 2018 - 11th Batch of Amendments (PDF, 606 KB)
- 1/3/2022 - Circular - Amendments to Fire Code 2018 - 10th Batch of Amendments (PDF, 625 KB)
- 1/12/2021 - Circular - Technical Requirements for Storey Shelters 2021 (PDF, 220 KB)
- 1/12/2021 - Circular - Advisory on Installation of Gates/Turnstiles in Buildings (PDF, 215 KB)
- 1/12/2021 - Circular - Early Engagement of Registered Inspectors upon Plan Approval by SCDF (PDF, 74 KB)
- 19/10/2021 - Circular - Invitation for Registration as Fire Safety Engineer (FSE) 2021 (PDF, 135 KB)
- 01/09/2021 - Amendments to Fire Code 2018 - 9th Batch of Amendments (PDF, 369 KB)
- 01/06/2021 - Implementation of SS 667 : 2020 - Code of Practice for handling storage and processing of combustible dust (PDF, 137 KB)
- 01/06/2021 - Implementation of SS 550: 2020 - Code of practice for installation, operation and maintenance of electric passenger and goods lifts (PDF, 231 KB)
- 31/03/2021 - Implementation of SS 512 2021 - Code of Practice for the Design, Construction and Operation of Pipeline Service Corridors
- 01/03/2021 - Amendments to Fire Code 2018 - 8th Batch of Amendments (PDF, 449 KB)
- 19/01/2021 - Advisory on Indication of Storage Space in Building Plans for Purpose Group VI Buildings (PDF, 151 KB)
- 01/12/2020 - Advisory on Entry/Exit Points of Existing Building Developments for Passage of Fire Appliances and Putting up of Signage (PDF, 344 KB)
- 01/12/2020 - Revision of Minor Additions and Alterations (MAA) Lodgement Scheme and Building Plan Fee (PDF, 599 KB)
- 01/12/2020 - Amendments to Fire Code 2018 - 7th Batch of Amendments (PDF, 457 KB)
- 15/09/2020 - Amendments to Fire Code 2018 - 6th Batch of Amendments (PDF, 827 KB)
- 14/09/2020 - Amendments to Fire Code 2018 - 5th Batch of Amendments (PDF, 1072 KB)
- 07/09/2020 - Administrative Instruction for FSC and MAA Submissions (PDF, 571 KB)
- 06/08/2020 - Amendments to Fire Code 2018 - 4th Batch of Amendments (PDF, 420 KB)
- 04/03/2020 - Promoting the Use of SCDF e-Services during COVID-19 Outbreak (PDF, 394 KB)
- 02/03/2020 - Amendments to Fire Code 2018 - 3rd Batch of Amendments (PDF, 263 KB)
- 02/12/2019 - Revised Payment Modes for SCDF Plan Fees Applications (PDF, 244 KB)
- 02/12/2019 - Implementation of SS 645: 2019 Code of Practice for the Installation and Servicing of Electrical Fire Alarm Systems (PDF, 318 KB)
- 02/12/2019 - Amendments to Fire Code 2018 - 2nd Batch of Amendments (PDF, 399 KB)
- 22/10/2019 - Update to Permissible Variations / Clarifications / Insertions to Storey Shelters Technical Requirements 2015 (PDF, 408 KB)
- 02/09/2019 - Registration of Appropriate QP for PLS Product Material in the Corenet System (PDF, 205 KB)
- 02/09/2019 - Amendment to the Fire Code - Implementation of SS332:2018 -Code of Practice for Specification of Fire Door (PDF, 306 KB)
- 02/09/2019 - Amendment to Fire Code- Implementation of SS535:2018 - Code of Practice for Installation, Operation, Maintenance, Performance and Construction Requirements of Main Failure Standby Generating System (PDF, 343 KB)
- 02/09/2019 - Amendment to Fire Code - Implementation of SS 578:2019 Code of Practice for the use and maintenance of portable fire extinguishers (PDF, 349 KB)
- 10/08/2019 - Permissible Variations Clarifications Insertions to Technical Requirements for Storey Shelters (TR-SS) 2015 (PDF, 4.0 MB)
- 24/06/2019 - Implementation of SS 641:2019 - Code of Practice for Fire Safety for Laboratories using Chemicals (PDF, 343 KB)
- 10/05/2019 - Amendment to Fire Code 2018 (10 May 2019) (PDF, 634 KB)
- 22/03/2019 - Payment of Fees for SCDF Applications using GIRO (PDF, 167 KB)
- 27/02/2019 - Amendment to SSTR 2015 and HSTR 2017 - Removal of TV points within HS and SS (PDF, 163 KB)
- 01/02/2019 - Amendment to the Fire Code - Implementation of SS 634:2018 (PDF, 333 KB)
- 01/02/2019 - Amendment to the Fire Code - Implementation of SS 532:2016 (PDF, 336 KB)
- 21/01/2019 - Advisory on the Use of External Wall Finishes on Facade of Buildings (PDF, 386 KB)
- 21/08/2018 - Publication of the Fire Code 2018 edition (PDF, 262 KB)
- 21/08/2018 - Fire Safety Requirements (2018) for Certification of Regulated Fire Safety Products & Materials (PDF, 188 KB)
- 31/12/2015 - Submission Requirements for Solar PV System on Roof (PDF, 782 KB)
- 30/12/2015 - Conduct of Fire Engineering Assessment in support of Fire Safety Waiver Application
- 01/06/2015 - Revision of Fees in the Fire Safety Act, CAP 109A (PDF, 242 KB)
- 05/05/2009 - Checklists for Submissions of New and Additional/Alteration of Fire Safety Works (PDF, 65.7 KB )
- Special_Notes_for_QPs
Certification and Licensing
- 24/11/2023 - Advisory for use and storage of LPG at common areas (LPG supplier) (PDF, 158 KB)
- 16/11/2023 - Advisory for use and storage of LPG at common areas (Condo MCSTs / Club Houses / Country Clubs / Associations / Chalet Resorts) (PDF, 157 KB)
- 16/10/2023 - Circular on the TradeNet Declaration for Scheduled Chemical Weapons Convention (CWC) Chemicals with effect from 30 Oct 2023
- 02/10/2023 - Singapore Standard SS 699: Specification for Connecting Joints Used in Domestic Liquefied Petroleum Gas Cooker Systems (PDF, 197 KB)
- 13/07/2023 - Requirement for LPG Accessories with Safety Mark for Residential Households (PDF, 164 KB)
- 06/04/2023 - Revised Singapore Standard SS 586: Specification for Hazard Communication for Hazardous Chemicals and Dangerous Goods (PDF, 399 KB)
- 21/2/2023 - Transport Circular: Requirements on Road Transportation of Dangerous Goods (PDF, 619 KB)
- 17/02/2023 - Update of Plans for Legacy LPG System Dropper Locations (PDF, 248 KB)
- 17/02/2023 - Joint Circular - Domestic Control of CWC Scheduled Chemicals (PDF, 260 KB)
- 01/07/2022 - Revision To Transport Circular: Requirements on Road Transportation of Dangerous Goods (PDF, 448 KB)
- 08/03/2021 - Revision of Lifespan for LPG Regulators and Hoses (PDF, 262 KB)
- 16/12/2020 - Implementation Of Standard And Specifications For Utility Survey In Singapore For New Petroleum & Flammable Material Pipeline Submissions (PDF, 174 KB)
- 10/11/2020 - Implementation Of TR 74 For Storage, Land Transportation And Handling Of LNG (PDF, 279 KB)
- 02/06/2020 - Update On Regulatory Authority And Control Measures For 7 Substances In Singapore (SCDF & NEA Circular) (PDF, 440 KB)
- 14/10/2016 - Circular on 14 Joint Controlled Substances by SCDF and NEA (PDF, 186.6 KB)
- 18/07/2016 - Simplification to SCDF Import Licence Application (PDF, 144 KB)
- 08/06/2015 - Revision of Fees in the Fire Safety (Petroleum and Flammable Materials) Regulations, CAP 109A, RG7 (PDF, 78 KB)
- 04/10/2013 - New additional FM list to be implemented by 1 Mar 2014
- 09/03/2012 - Circular on Import of CNG Cylinders (PDF, 81 KB)
- 25/10/2011 - Application for Temporary Fire Permit / Fire Safety Certificate (TFP / FSC)
Flammable Refrigerants
- 03/05/2021 - Regulatory Requirements for the Usage of R32 Refrigerant in Air Conditioning Systems in Singapore (PDF, 714 KB)
- 14/11/2016 - Review of Flammable Refrigerants in Mobile Air Conditioning Systems (PDF, 419 KB)
- 17/06/2015 - Review of Hydrocarbon Refrigerants (PDF, 364 KB)
- 25/01/2013 - Regulatory Requirements for the Usage of Flammable Refrigerants in Stand-alone Commercial Refrigeration System (PDF, 1.0 MB)
- 15/06/2012 - Implementation of Advisory Label for Domestic Refrigerators Using Flammable Refrigerants in Singapore (PDF, 546 KB)
- Download Working files for Advisory Labels (Appendix A1 and A2) (ZIP Folder, 3.21 MB)
Rapid Transit Systems
- 1/3/2024 - Circular - Amendments to CPFPRTS 2022 - 1st Batch of Amendments (PDF, 337 KB)
- 1/9/2022 - Circular - Publication of the Code Of Practice for Fire Precautions in Rapid Transit Systems (CPFPRTS) 2022 Edition (PDF, 1.99 MB)
Others
Archives to Codes and Standards
Code of Practice for Fire Precautions in Buildings
- Fire Code 2018
The list of amendments to Fire Code 2018 is available under the "Circulars" tab
LIST OF AMENDMENTS TO FIRE CODE 2018 ISSUED
| Item | Date Issued | Circulars |
| Amendments Batch 1 | 10 May 2019 | Amendments to Fire Code 2018 |
| Amendments Batch 2 | 2 Dec 2019 | Amendments to Fire Code 2018 - 2nd batch of amendments |
| Amendments Batch 3 | 2 Mar 2020 | Amendments to Fire Code 2018 - 3rd batch of amendments |
| Amendments Batch 4 | 30 Jul 2020 | Amendments to Fire Code 2018 - 4th batch of amendments |
| Amendments Batch 5 | 14 Sep 2020 | Amendments to Fire Code 2018 - 5th batch of amendments |
| Amendments Batch 6 | 15 Sep 2020 | Amendments to Fire Code 2018 - 6th batch of amendments |
| Amendments Batch 7 | 1 Dec 2020 | Amendments to Fire Code 2018- 7th Batch of Amendments |
| Amendments Batch 8 | 1 Mar 2021 | Amendments to Fire Code 2018- 8th Batch of Amendments |
| Amendments Batch 9 | 1 Sep 2021 | Amendments to Fire Code 2018- 9th Batch of Amendments |
| Amendments Batch 10 | 1 Mar 2022 | Amendments to Fire Code 2018- 10th Batch of Amendments |
| Amendments Batch 11 | 1 Sep 2022 | Amendments to Fire Code 2018- 11th Batch of Amendments |
| Amendments Batch 12 | 1 Mar 2023 | Amendments to Fire Code 2018- 12th Batch of Amendments |
Code of Practice for Fire Precautions in Rapid Transit Systems (CPFPRTS)
- CPFPRTS 2017
- Interactive version for softcopy use only (PDF, 35.64 MB)
- Printable version in single page format (PDF, 4.46 MB)
- Printable version in spread page format (PDF, 4.42 MB)
- Standard for Fire Safety in Rapid Transit Systems 2012 Edition