What is Form B and who is authorized to sign it in Maharashtra?

Form B is a Certificate of Maintenance and Compliance under Section 3 of the Maharashtra Fire Prevention and Life Safety Measures Act. It certifies that the installed fire protection systems are active and functional.

Only government-licensed fire agencies (approved by the Directorate of Maharashtra Fire Services) are legally authorized to test the systems and sign Form B. A standard plumber or local service vendor cannot issue this. It must be submitted to the local Fire Station Officer twice a year (January and July).