Procedures for granting fire protection design consulting certificate

Fire protection design consulting certificate is a document certifying that an individual or organization is qualified and competent to perform design consulting on fire protection systems. This certification process includes many steps, from preparing documents to appraisal and issuance. This article will provide detailed instructions on the procedures for granting fire protection design consulting certificate.

Conditions to be granted a fire protection design consulting certificate

In principle, an individual who wants to be granted a Certificate of practice as a design consultant on fire prevention and fighting must meet the following conditions:

• Education level: College degree or higher in fire prevention and fighting or university degree or higher in another field appropriate to the field of activity;
• Training certificate: Has been granted a Certificate of training in knowledge of fire prevention and fighting;
• Practical experience: Participated in providing design consulting and appraisal consulting on fire prevention and fighting for at least 03 projects and works that have been granted Certificates of Appraisal by the Fire Prevention and Fighting Police agency. Approving fire prevention and fighting designs.

These requirements are to ensure that the certificate holder has sufficient professional knowledge and practical experience in the field of fire protection design consulting. Specific regulations on educational qualifications, training certificates and practical experience help improve the quality of the consulting team, contributing to ensuring fire safety for works and projects.

Legal basis: Point b, Clause 3, Article 43 of Decree 136/2020/ND-CP.

The agency that issues fire protection design consulting certificate

The competent authority to issue the fire protection design consulting certificate belongs to the Fire Prevention, Fighting and Rescue Police Department of the Provincial Police. Specifically:

• Scope of issue: Police Department of Fire Prevention, Fighting and Rescue, Provincial Police has the authority to issue, renew, and re-issue Fire Prevention and Fighting Consulting Practice Certificates for permanent residents in the management area.;
• Subjects: All individuals who meet the prescribed conditions can submit an application for certification at this agency.

Legal basis: Clause 11, Article 44 of Decree 136/2020/ND-CP amended by Point c, Clause 16, Article 1 of Decree 50/2024/ND-CP, effective from May 15, 2024.

Procedure for granting fire protection design consulting certificate

Documents need to be prepared

To carry out this certification process, customers need to prepare an application for a fire protection design consulting certificate. This record needs to be complete and accurate to meet the requirements of the authorities. Dossier to apply for a Fire Prevention and Fighting Consulting Practicing Certificate includes:

• Written request for a practicing certificate of consulting on fire prevention and fighting (Model PC30);
• Declaration of professional experience in fire prevention and fighting activities (Model PC31);
• Diplomas and certificates related to the content of the request for a Certificate of practice as a consultant on fire prevention and fighting;
• 02 color photos, size 3×4 cm of the individual applying for a Fire Prevention and Fighting Consulting Practice Certificate;

Note: Documents and papers in the application can be submitted as originals or notarized or certified copies. In case of submitting a copy or photocopy, the original must be attached for the receiving officer to compare.

Legal basis: Clause 1, Article 44 of Decree 136/2020/ND-CP.

Procedure steps

The process of granting a fire protection design consulting certificate is carried out according to the following steps:

Step 1: Submit application

The individual submits 01 set of documents to the Police Department of Fire Prevention, Fighting and Rescue of the Provincial Police of the place of permanent residence in one of the following forms:

• Directly at the One-Stop Department of the competent authority;
• Online at the Public Service Portal of the competent authority;
• Through public postal services, through hiring services from businesses, individuals or through authorization according to the provisions of law.

The person submitting the application needs to have a letter of introduction or authorization, present a valid Citizen Identification card or ID card or Passport.

Step 2: Check your profile

The officer receiving the application will check the composition and validity of the application and comply with the following regulations:

• If the dossier is complete and valid: Receive and record information on the Receipt Form for handling administrative procedures on fire prevention and fighting (Model number PC03);
• If the dossier is incomplete or invalid: Instructions for completing the dossier and recording information in the Instruction Sheet for supplementing dossiers requesting settlement of administrative procedures on fire prevention and fighting (Model number PC04).

Step 3: Notify the results of application processing

Depending on the form of application submission, the receiving officer will notify the application processing results as follows:

• Submit directly: Deliver the Receipt Form or Document Supplement Instruction Form directly to the submitter.
• Submit via Public Service Portal: Send notification via email or phone message;
• Submit via postal service or authorization: Send the Receipt Form or Document Supplement Instruction Form to the individual who submitted the application.

Step 4: Processing documents

Within 07 working days from the date of receipt of complete and valid documents, the competent authority will review and issue a Fire Prevention and Fighting Consulting Practicing Certificate (Form No. PC32). In case a certificate is not issued, the competent authority will issue a written response, clearly stating the reason.

This process is designed to ensure transparency and efficiency in certification issuance. Specific regulations on application processing time help applicants be proactive in their work plans.

Legal basis: Article 8, Article 9, Article 9, Circular 06/2022/TT-BCA; Clause 6 to Clause 10 Article 44 Decree 136/2020/ND-CP; Point c Clause 16 Article 1 Decree 50/2024/ND-CP.

Consulting services for granting fire protection design consulting certificates

Long Phan is proud to provide professional consulting services in granting fire protection design consulting certificates. Our services aim to assist customers in achieving the necessary certifications to effectively and legally perform fire protection systems design consultation. Below is detailed information about Long Phan’s services:

• Consulting on conditions, processes and certification procedures: Our team of experts will answer all customers’ questions about requirements related to applying for certification;
• Support in preparing documents: We will guide customers to prepare all necessary documents, ensuring documents meet the requirements of competent authorities;
• Representative for submitting applications and monitoring progress: Long Phan will submit applications on behalf of customers and regularly contact the competent authority to update application processing progress;
• Support for explanations and additional documents (if necessary): In case the competent authority requests explanations or additional documents, we will support customers in implementing these requests quickly. and efficiency;
• Consulting on rights and obligations after being granted a certificate: After customers are granted a certificate, we will advise on legal regulations related to the use of certificates and carry out consulting activities. fire protection design.

With many years of experience, Long Phan provides customers with professional, effective and reliable services. We are always ready to support customers throughout the process of applying for a certificate smoothly and in accordance with the law.

Applying for a fire protection design consultancy certificate is an important process for individuals working in this field. To ensure the process goes smoothly, customers need to master the relevant legal regulations. Long Phan is ready to support customers in every step of the process. Contact us immediately via hotline 0906735386 for detailed advice and timely support.