National approval or market scheme
FG Approved for automatic fire-alarm equipment
An approval scheme run by insurers for products, systems and companies that help reduce fire and burglary losses.
Where it matters
Where FG Approved applies
Important when Norwegian insurance conditions or a project specification requires an item or company to be listed as FG approved.
Security systems
Insurer-specified property protection
Norwegian projects
Certification coverage
How to interpret this certification
Each certificate covers specific products and uses. These details explain what is covered.
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Understanding the mark
What the mark or label means
An FG claim should be supported by an active entry in FG's product, system or company list. The listing number and conditions matter more than a logo used in marketing.
Fire safety products often covered
- Automatic fire-alarm equipment
- Alarm transmission equipment
- Extinguishing and property-protection systems
- Approved installation companies
- Other insurer-listed security products
Points to check before you buy
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FG is a Norwegian approval scheme run by insurers. Your insurance policy may require FG approval even if the product meets European conformity requirements.
- 02
Products, systems and companies are separate listing categories.
- 03
Check the listing conditions, model range, certificate basis and any installer requirements.
Before you buy
What to check before relying on this certification
Certification is normally limited to a named model, configuration, standard and use. These checks turn a marketing claim into a procurement record.
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Find out whether local law, your insurer or your project specification requires this approval, or whether it is optional.
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Verify the exact product, standard, certificate holder and current public-register status.
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Check local language, importer, installation, inspection and authority requirements.
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Do not substitute a similar international certificate without written acceptance from the authority or specifier.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is FG approval a legal market-access mark?
FG is primarily an approval scheme run by Norwegian insurers. You still need to meet any separate legal requirements.
Does an FG-listed product remove the need for an approved installer?
No. Some applications also require an FG-approved company or system process.
Does FG Approved apply to every product made by a certified brand?
No. It normally applies only to the models, variants, uses and conditions named in the current certificate or listing.
What should I include in a purchase order?
State the exact model, required certification and standard, destination market, documents to be supplied and any system compatibility or witnessing requirements.