Taiwan Fire Safety Requirements
Occupancy classification, equipment standards, product approvals and periodic inspection in Taiwan.
- Classify the place by its use and occupancy before choosing equipment.
- Apply Taiwan's installation standards and product approval criteria.
- Use qualified local professionals for design, installation, testing and reporting.
Classify the Place Under Taiwan's Use and Occupancy Standards
Taiwan's Standards for Installation of Fire Safety Equipment Based on Use and Occupancy determine requirements from the way a place is used, its floor area, storeys and other building conditions.
A mixed-use building may need each use and the combined conditions checked.
Match Each Product to National Fire Agency Approval Criteria
The National Fire Agency publishes approval criteria for many types of firefighting appliances and equipment. Ask your supplier for the required Taiwanese approvals for the exact model you plan to use.
Keep the approval and system compatibility documents with the project records.
- Use and occupancy classification
- Required system and coverage
- Certificates for the exact product model
- Qualified designer, installer and inspector
Complete Local Inspection and Periodic Reporting
The completed systems may require testing and review by the local fire department. Buildings must also complete the periodic inspection and reporting required for their category.
Correct defects promptly and review the equipment after a change of use or layout.
Taiwan Fire Safety Project Checklist
Confirm the place category, floor area, storeys, basement conditions and special hazards.
Identify the extinguishing, alarm, evacuation and firefighting equipment required for the place.
Check the applicable approval criteria and documents for every exact equipment model.
Plan completion testing, periodic inspection, statutory reporting and prompt correction of defects.
Frequently Asked Questions
How are fire equipment requirements decided in Taiwan?
They are based mainly on the use and occupancy category, floor area, storeys, basement conditions and special hazards of the place.
Which standard lists the systems a building needs?
Use the Standards for Installation of Fire Safety Equipment Based on Use and Occupancy and confirm the current text with the local project team.
Does the exact equipment model need local approval?
Many product types have National Fire Agency approval criteria. Check the required approval documents for the exact model before ordering. Alarm Supply can help prepare available certificates and product information. Contact us to discuss your project.
Who should design and test the fire systems?
Use qualified local fire safety professionals for the work that requires licensed design, supervision, installation, testing or reporting.
Are periodic inspections required after handover?
Yes, for places covered by the Fire Services Act and related rules. The inspection frequency and reporting requirements depend on the building category.
Does a change of use affect the fire requirements?
It can change the occupancy classification and required equipment, so review the system before the new use begins.
Official references
Information is based on reviewed sources and our experience at the date shown. Use it at your own risk and verify current codes, certificates and project conditions. Report an issue or suggest a correction.