The Mizoram Fire Service Act, 2013
mizoram · 2013
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- S. 1Short title, extent and commencement: (1) This Act may be called the Mizoram Fire Services Act, 2013
- S. 2Section 2 defines key terms used in the Mizoram Fire Service Act, 2013, including "Director," "Fire fighting property," and "Fire-Station."
- S. 3The section mandates the State Government to maintain a fire and emergency services force.
- S. 4The section allows the State Government to appoint a Director of Mizoram Fire & Emergency Services from a Deputy Inspector General of Police or higher.
- S. 5Section 5 establishes the Director's control over the fire service, with state government support and delegation authority.
- S. 6Section 6 authorizes the Director or designated officer to appoint force members per rules made under the Act.
- S. 7Section 7 grants and revokes membership certificates for Mizoram Fire Service members, detailing their powers and privileges.
- S. 8Section allows the State Government to create a volunteer auxiliary fire force when needed.
- S. 9Section 9 empowers the State Government to issue orders for fire service force's equipment, water supply, stations, rewards, training, and operational efficiency.
- S. 10Section 10 grants fire service members powers to remove obstructions, close streets, break premises, and require water supply for fire control.
- S. 11The Director can, with state government approval, arrange water supply agreements for firefighting.
- S. 12Section 12 allows the Director to arrange with fire service providers for assistance in fire-fighting within the Act's jurisdiction.
- S. 13Section 13 mandates fire safety measures, including risk-based precautions, licensing for fireworks, and compliance with building safety regulations.
- S. 14Section 14 mandates that buildings for public entertainment must obtain a license from the local authority, ensuring safety and fee payment.
- S. 15Section 15 requires a permit for temporary structures made of unsafe materials for public gatherings.
- S. 16Section 16 mandates that the Mizoram Fire Service's expenses are funded by the state's consolidated fund, with optional local authority contributions.
- S. 17Section 17 allows the State Government to levy a fire tax as a surcharge on property tax in areas where this Act applies.
- S. 18Mode of assessment, collection etc
- S. 19Section 19 mandates owners or occupiers to pay prescribed fees for fire service beyond act's area limits, recoverable as land revenue if unpaid.
- S. 20Penalty for violation of duty etc
- S. 21Section 21 penalizes individuals for withholding fire-related information without valid reason.
- S. 22Section penalizes failure to comply with fire safety requirements with a fine up to ₹5,000.
- S. 23Section penalizes willful obstruction of fire service personnel during firefighting with up to three months' imprisonment or a fine.
- S. 24Section penalizes knowingly making false fire outbreak reports to authorized personnel with up to three months imprisonment or a fine.
- S. 25The section allows the State Government to establish and maintain fire service training centers for fire prevention and extinguishment courses.
- S. 26Section prohibits fire service members from taking other employment without Director's permission.
- S. 27Section allows the Director to send fire service members to neighboring areas not covered by the Act during emergencies.
- S. 28Section allows the State Government to use fire service personnel for rescue and other suitable tasks.
- S. 29Section 29 mandates property owners to compensate others for damages caused by their own or their agent's deliberate or negligent fire actions.
- S. 30Section 30 mandates the senior fire officer to investigate fire origins and report findings to the Director and District Magistrate.
- S. 31Section 31 allows fire service officers to request building and property information for safety purposes.
- S. 32Section 32 allows the Director or authorized personnel to enter specified places to check fire safety precautions, with no liability for resulting damage.
- S. 33Consumption of water: No charge shall be made by any local authority for water consumed in fire fighting operations by t
- S. 34Section exempts water supply authorities from compensation claims for water supply interruptions due to compliance with fire safety requirements.
- S. 35Section 35 mandates Police Officers to assist Fire Service members in carrying out their duties under the Mizoram Fire Service Act, 2013.
- S. 36Requires individuals with fire outbreak info to promptly report it to the nearest fire station.
- S. 37Section 37 provides immunity from legal action for force members acting in good faith under the Act.
- S. 38Section 38 empowers the State Government to create rules for implementing the Mizoram Fire Service Act, 2013.
- S. 39Section 39 repeals previous fire-related laws in Mizoram, but preserves local authorities' duties for fire prevention and control.