Fire Prevention Law of the PRC (2021 Amendment) · Yalla China
قانون مكافحة الحرائق (تعديل 2021) / Fire Prevention Law (2021 Amendment)
Enacted: 2021-04-29 ✅ Effective: 2021-04-29
📝 Overview
Regulates fire prevention and firefighting procedures in China, defining responsibilities of building owners and businesses and penalties for violations.
This is general information only, not legal advice. For your specific case, consult a licensed lawyer.
📜 The law text / key provisions
The Fire Prevention Law (2021 Amendment) provides: (1) Fire safety assessment: mandatory for commercial buildings before operation; (2) Fire equipment: alarms and automatic sprinklers mandatory in high-risk buildings; (3) Escape routes: loading escape routes with any obstruction prohibited; (4) Premises owner liability: restaurant, hotel, and commercial premises owners responsible for fire safety; (5) Penalties: fines RMB 5,000 to 500,000 and imprisonment in serious cases.
💬 Practical reading
💬 This is a general reading/opinion for orientation — not the official legal text nor legal advice.
If you run a business in China, ensure all fire safety requirements are met. Periodic inspection is mandatory and non-compliance exposes you to heavy fines.
📎 Official source
National People's Congress of China
🕒 Updated: 16 March 2026