IS 3836:2000 is the Indian Standard (BIS) for fire safety of industrial buildings - jute mills - code of practice. Provides comprehensive guidelines for the fire safety of jute mills, covering building layout, structural fire resistance, segregation of hazardous processes, and mandatory fire protection systems to mitigate risks associated with highly flammable jute fibers and dust.
Fire Safety of Industrial Buildings - Jute Mills - Code of Practice
BIM-relevant code. See the BIM Hub for ISO 19650, IFC, and LOD/LOIN frameworks used alongside it.
| Parameter | IS Value | International | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Travel Distance to Exit | 30 m (can be increased to 45 m if the building is fully sprinklered) | 23 m (for High Hazard Industrial Occupancy, regardless of sprinkler status) | NFPA 101: 2021 |
| Fire Wall Resistance Rating (between blocks) | 4 hours | 3 hours (typical requirement for separating High Hazard contents) | NFPA 101 / IBC |
| Minimum Separation Between Process Buildings | 30 metres | Not a single fixed value; determined by analysis based on construction type, fire load, and presence of protection systems. | NFPA 80A |
| Dust Accumulation Cleaning Threshold | Qualitative: 'regular and thorough removal' of dust. | Quantitative: Action required when dust exceeds 0.8 mm (1/32 in.) over 5% of the floor area. | NFPA 654: 2020 |
| Sprinkler System Design Standard | IS 15105 | NFPA 13 | NFPA 101 / FM Global 7-1 |
| Hydrant/Hose Requirement | Hydrant system conforming to IS 13039; internal hose reels with 30m of hose. | Class II or Class III standpipe systems (provides 1.5 in. hose connections) as per NFPA 14. | NFPA 101 |