Violations & Penalties for Not Having a Fire Safety Organization (OKK)

Fire safety is an important responsibility for every organization in Malaysia. Premises such as factories, office buildings, hospitals, and shopping malls must ensure that fire safety systems are properly managed.

One important structure in fire safety management is the Fire Safety Organization (OKK). This structure helps ensure that every premise has emergency procedures, fire drills, and designated personnel responsible for managing fire safety.

If a premise does not have an OKK, the organization may risk violating fire safety requirements set by the authorities.

What is a Fire Safety Organization (OKK)?

A Fire Safety Organization (OKK) is a structured fire safety management system within a premise.

This structure usually includes several important roles such as:

• Fire Safety Manager (FSM)

• Fire Safety Officer (FSO)

• Emergency Response Team (ERT)

• Fire Warden

OKK is responsible for ensuring that fire safety procedures, emergency training, and fire system inspections are conducted regularly.

Violations If There Is No OKK

The absence of a Fire Safety Organization (OKK) can lead to several fire safety management issues such as:

• no personnel responsible for fire safety management

• no clear emergency procedures

• no fire safety training such as fire drills

• no internal emergency response team

These situations can increase the risk and severity of incidents if a fire occurs.

Penalties for Non-Compliance with Fire Safety Requirements

In Malaysia, failure to comply with fire safety requirements may result in enforcement action by the Fire and Rescue Department of Malaysia (JBPM) under the Fire Services Act 1988.

Possible actions include:

• fines or compounds

• orders to improve fire safety measures

• notices of non-compliance

• temporary closure of premises

Therefore, every organization should ensure that a proper fire safety structure such as OKK is established and managed effectively.

Learn More

Difference Between OKK and Emergency Response Team (ERT)
https://fera.com.my/difference-between-okk-and-emergency-response-team-ert/

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