Fire Services Bill (Amendment) 2025 to enhance fire safety framework

The Fire Services Bill (Amendment) 2025 is set to be tabled in Malaysia’s Parliament towards the end of the current session, according to Bernama.

The Fire and Rescue Department (JBPM) stated that the amendment aims to improve regulatory oversight of volunteer fire brigades, fire safety consultants, and related services.

JBPM said the changes are necessary to ensure public safety and enhance the efficiency of fire services under the Fire Services Act 1988 [Act 341].

Strengthening regulations for volunteer fire brigades and fire safety consultants

JBPM’s statement outlined that the primary focus of the amendment is to address challenges in managing and regulating volunteer fire brigades, fire safety consultants, and consulting firms.

The proposed changes will also apply to competent individuals and fire safety contractors, including those involved in fire prevention equipment, fire safety installations, training providers, and private fire brigades.

Aligning fire services with national objectives

JBPM stated that the amendment is aligned with the government’s vision of making fire services more accessible to the public.

The department added that legislative updates are necessary for the department’s development and operational efficiency.

JBPM noted that ensuring public safety and national sustainability is a key objective, with the changes aimed at strengthening protections against fire and emergency risks.

Malaysia’s Fire Services Bill (Amendment) 2025 proposes new regulations: Summary

The Fire Services Bill (Amendment) 2025 is expected to be introduced in Malaysia’s Parliament later this session.

JBPM stated that the amendment seeks to improve regulatory oversight of volunteer fire brigades, fire safety consultants, and related services under the Fire Services Act 1988 [Act 341].

The bill aims to address management and regulatory challenges for volunteer fire brigades, fire safety consultants, fire safety consulting firms, competent individuals, and fire safety contractors.

JBPM stated that it also covers fire prevention equipment, fire safety installations, training providers, instructors, and private fire brigades.

The department noted that the amendment supports the government’s goal of making fire services more accessible and ensuring public safety through better protection against fire and emergency risks.