Regulations/Dubai/fire safety

Dubai Fire Safety Requirements

Complete guide to Dubai Civil Defense fire safety regulations for buildings. Covers fire exits, sprinkler systems, smoke detectors, and emergency evacuation requirements.

Authority:Dubai Civil Defense (DCD)

Key Requirements

Minimum 2 fire exits for buildings over 500 sqm
Sprinkler systems required for buildings over 23m height
Emergency lighting on all exit routes
Fire extinguisher every 200-280 sqm based on hazard class
Smoke detectors in all enclosed spaces
Fire alarm systems connected to DCD monitoring

Disclaimer: This is a summary for reference only. Always verify requirements with the official Dubai Civil Defense (DCD) documents. Use APEX Regulation Guide to search the complete regulations.

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