National Fire And Emergency Preparedness Council - NFEC

11/09/2026

[Sounding of SCDF’s Island-wide Public Warning System]

The "Important Message" signal will be sounded on 15 September 2026 at 6:20pm through the Public Warning System (PWS) sirens and smartphones with the SGSecure mobile app installed.

Members of the public connected to the Singtel network will also receive an SG Alert on their mobile phones. During an emergency, SG Alert complements the PWS by quickly alerting the public and providing information on actions to take.

For more info on PWS and SG Alert, visit go.gov.sg/pws.

04/09/2026

[NFEC Mass Fire Evacuation Drill 2026]

Yesterday (3 Sep), the NFEC Mass Fire Evacuation Drill (MFED) was held at Kwong Wai Shiu Hospital @ Potong Pasir. This marks the start of a month-long campaign to promote fire safety and emergency preparedness in commercial and industrial premises.

Organised by the NFEC and supported by the Singapore Civil Defence Force, more than 110,000 participants from over 450 premises will be conducting the MFEDs at their respective premises throughout September.

The fire evacuation drill commenced with a simulated fire scenario involving a fire at one of the wards. The hospital’s Company Emergency Response Team (CERT) provided the first response before the arrival of SCDF. The CERT continued to work with SCDF to extinguish the fire and also ensured the safe evacuation of all staff and residents.

These MFEDs play a crucial role in validating emergency response plans and evacuation procedures, including creating awareness and familiarising participants with what to do during an emergency. The NFEC would like to thank all participants for their support in this drill, and we look forward to continue working together to elevate fire safety and emergency preparedness standards in Singapore.

27/08/2026

Earlier this week (25 Aug), the NFEC participated in the Safe & Sound Day carnival at the NKF Centre.

Organised by NKF Singapore , this event aims to foster a strong culture of workplace safety, health and emergency preparedness through various talks, exhibits and activities. As part of the event, CPT Shin Won Tae, Secretary, Industrial Premises Committee, NFEC, gave a presentation on key fire and enforcement statistics for the year 2025 along with case studies to raise awareness on fire safety for residential and commercial premises.

We would like to thank NKF for inviting us to participate in the Safe & Sound Day carnival. The NFEC remains committed to collaborating with our community partners to build a more fire safe, resilient society. 🤝

18/08/2026

[Introducing FiSAC 2026 Keynote Speakers]

We are excited to announce the keynote speakers for the upcoming Fire Safety Asia Conference (FiSAC) 2026!

Professor Guillermo Rein is a Professor of Fire Science at Imperial College London, whose research specialties include battery fires, urban fire safety and fire dynamics. On Day 1 of the conference, he will be speaking on adapting to evolving risks and challenges in the fire safety landscape.

Chief Trisha Wolford is the President of the International Association of Fire Chiefs (IAFC), and Fire Chief of the Anne Arundel County Fire Department in Maryland. On Day 2 of the conference, she will be speaking on building disaster-resilient futures in an era of complex and evolving hazards.

The event will also feature a special presentation by Senior Assistant Commissioner Ryan Ong of the SCDF, who will be sharing his insights on lithium battery risks from an emergency response and regulatory perspective.

FiSAC 2026 will be held alongside the Singapore-International Disaster & Emergency Management Expo - Asian Conference on Disaster Reduction (SIDEX-ACDR), from 28 to 30 October at Singapore Expo Hall 3.

Register now via sidex.sg or fisac.com.sg. We look forward to seeing you at the event!

SIDEX Singapore

14/08/2026

[NFEC Fire Safety Seminar 2026]

The annual NFEC Fire Safety Seminar was held at the Singapore Expo yesterday (13 Aug). DC Daniel Seet, Deputy Commissioner (Future Technology & Public Safety), SCDF, graced the seminar as the Guest of Honour.

Organised by the NFEC with support from the Singapore Civil Defence Force, the seminar is a platform for participants to gain valuable insights into fire safety best practices, emergency response and crisis management strategies. The event was attended by over 1200 members from the fire safety community such as industry experts, fire safety managers and workplace safety and health officers.

Themed “From Incidents to Innovation: Transforming Fire Safety in High-Risk Systems”, this year’s seminar underlined the importance of using insights from past incidents to shape meaningful transformation in fire safety. Six speakers from various professional agencies and institutions were invited to share their expertise on the latest fire safety developments and trends.

The NFEC would like to thank all participants for your strong support! We look forward to strengthening our partnership as we work together to build a fire-safe and emergency-prepared Singapore. 🤝

13/08/2026

[Stay Fire Safe this Seventh Month]

Today marks the start of the Lunar Seventh Month or Hungry Ghost Festival.

Do exercise caution when conducting activities like the burning of joss sticks and incense papers. Here are some fire safety tips to observe during this period.

Remember, fire safety is our collective responsibility!

11/08/2026

[Register now for FiSAC 2026]

Only 2 months left to the Fire Safety Asia Conference (FiSAC) 2026!

This year’s FiSAC will be held alongside the Singapore-International Disaster & Emergency Management Expo - Asian Conference on Disaster Reduction (SIDEX-ACDR), from 28-30 October at Singapore Expo Hall 3. Attendees can look forward to a two-day conference on emerging fire risks, digital transformation in fire safety and the future of fire safety, as well as half-day workshops on fire-safety related topics.

❗Discounted rates are available for members from A-CERTS, FSMAS and IFE. Professional accreditation points will also be awarded for attendance at the FiSAC conference and workshop.

Swipe through the post below for more details. Register for FiSAC 2026 today via sidex.sg.

31/07/2026

[NFEC’s 40th Annual General Meeting]

The NFEC held its 40th Annual General Meeting (AGM) yesterday (30 July) at the Four Points by Sheraton Singapore, Riverview. The meeting was presided by the four NFEC Office Bearers - Chairman, Vice-Chairman, Executive Director and Honorary Treasurer.

The meeting started with a welcome address by Mr Markham Shaw, Chairman NFEC, followed by a short video montage on the NFEC’s key events and achievements over the past work year.

During the meeting, a Letter of Appreciation was presented to outgoing member Mr Zee Chung Wei for 26 years of dedicated service to the NFEC. Newly appointed members were also welcomed into the NFEC family. Mr Alan Loh, former Chairman NFEC, also graced the event and delivered a speech reflecting on the NFEC’s journey in the past few decades.

A big thank you to everyone who made this year's AGM a great success! We look forward to working with our new committee members to promote fire safety and emergency preparedness in Singapore.

20/07/2026

[Sign up for FiSAC 2026 workshops by A-CERTS, FSMAS and IFE]

On the third day of FiSAC 2026, three half-day workshops will be conducted by professional fire safety organisations in Singapore — Association of Company Emergency Response Teams (Singapore) [A-CERTS], Fire Safety Managers Association Singapore (FSMAS) and Institution of Fire Engineers (IFE). These workshops will cover various fire safety-related topics, from CERT operational readiness to fire safety for rail and e-mobility devices.

The three workshops will be held concurrently on 30 October, in separate rooms at Singapore Expo. Participants may register for any one workshop based on their professional role and interest.

Professional accreditation points will be awarded for participation in the FiSAC conference and workshop — visit fisac.com.sg for more details.

SIDEX Singapore

15/06/2026

Registration for the Fire Safety Asia Conference (FiSAC) 2026 has officially begun!

This year, alongside the Singapore-International Disaster & Emergency Management Expo - Asian Conference on Disaster Reduction (SIDEX-ACDR), FiSAC 2026 will be held from 28 - 30 October at Singapore EXPO Hall 3.

Under the theme “Rationalisation. Responsiveness. Resilience. Integrating Fire Safety with Hazard Management”, FiSAC 2026 will be structured around three key focus areas: Emerging Fire Risks, Digital Transformation in Fire Safety & Response, and the Future of Fire Safety & Sustainable Eco Design.

The two-day conference will feature thought leadership sessions, bringing together industry experts, regulators, and practitioners to share insights, exchange perspectives, and discuss innovative approaches to advancing fire safety and hazard management. Participants of FiSAC 2026 can look forward to presentations by 14 local and international industry experts on emerging fire risks, digital transformation in fire safety and the future of fire safety. Participants can also sign up for an interactive half-day workshop for in-depth discussions on various fire safety related topics.

Register now at sidex.sg or fisac.com.sg.

Registration for the upcoming FiSAC and SIDEX Conferences and Workshop is officially OPEN!

These conferences and workshops provide a platform for industry professionals to exchange knowledge, strengthen collaboration, and advance global resilience and disaster management strategies.
A range of pass options is available to suit different areas of interest, with exclusive discounted rates offered to members of ACERTS, IFE, and FSMAS.

Participants will earn Professional Accreditation Points while gaining valuable insights and fresh perspectives from international experts. Details on accreditation points can be found on the official websites.

Secure your place today and be at the forefront of elevating disaster preparedness. Register now at sidex.sg or fisac.com.sg.

Be part of SIDEX-ACDR 2026
28 – 30 October 2026
Singapore EXPO, Hall 3