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Fire Alarm Systems Installation, Inspection, Testing and Service Company Recognition

The amended Fire Department Rule 3 RCNY §115-01 requires that fire alarm system installation, inspection, testing and servicing must be serviced by an FDNY recognized alarm system installation, inspection, testing and servicing company. The rule shall take effect on December 1, 2020.

The company certification is valid for a period of one year.

Fire Code section 901.6.3.4 (PDF)

Fire Rule section 115-01 (PDF)

Amended Fire Rule section 115-01 (PDF)

Cost of Certification

The original application fee is $105.00. The renewal application fee is $50.00.

Application

You can get the application form online:

Get Fire Alarm Systems Installation, Inspection, Testing and Service Company Recognition Application (PDF)

Fire Alarm Company Certification FAQ (PDF)

Mail the original completed company application form and copies of all required supporting document, with a check or money order ($105) made payable to the New York City Fire Department, to:

Director of Licensing
Bureau of Fire Prevention
Fire Department – City of New York
9 MetroTech Center – Room 1S -1C
Brooklyn, NY 11201-3857

**Please refer to the company application form for temporary submission procedure to expedite your company application.

Other Requirements or Special Instructions

After an official review of the company application, the FDNY will mail a letter of approval valid for a period of one year. The company will have to comply with the Fire Code and New York City Fire Rules to properly conduct Fire Alarm System Installation, Inspection, Testing and Service across the five boroughs.

The principal of the Fire Alarm System Installation, Inspection, Testing and Service company must present all pertinent documents outlined in the application in order for the company to become recognized.

The company must keep FDNY insurance records up to date in order to appear on the Approved List.

Renewal Process

A complete company application, all pertinent documents and fees must be submitted for review to renew the company certification. It is highly recommended to submit all required documents for renewal at least four (4) weeks prior to expiration of company’s approval.

Approved Certifications

List of Approved Fire Alarm System Installation, Inspection, Testing and Service Companies (PDF)

Need Help?

You can email pubcert@fdny.nyc.gov or call the customer service line at 718-999-1988.