Ashgabat, Turkmenistan – On 25 March 2026, the Ministry of Justice of Turkmenistan registered the “Fire Safety Regulations for Energy Enterprises”. These regulations were developed on the basis of the “Recommendations on Fire Safety at Energy Enterprises”, prepared within the framework of the European Union-funded SECCA project, in accordance with the Laws of Turkmenistan “On Electric Power Industry” and “On Fire Safety”.

These Regulations aim at ensuring fire safety at operating energy facilities of the Ministry of Energy of Turkmenistan and establish key requirements for the safe operation of power plants, grid facilities, and auxiliary infrastructure.

The document defines the main organisational measures, including the allocation of responsibilities for fire safety, the establishment of fire-technical commissions and voluntary fire brigades, as well as the implementation of a strict fire safety regime on enterprise premises. Particular attention is given to regular inspections of equipment and fire suppression systems.

A separate section is devoted to personnel training. The document provides for mandatory employee training, briefings, fire drills, and knowledge assessments to ensure personnel readiness to respond in emergency situations.

In addition, the document regulates the development of internal documentation, including fire safety instructions and maintenance procedures for fire suppression and fire alarm systems, operational plans, and fire response cards. These measures ensure clear coordination of actions among personnel and services in the event of a fire.

These Regulations will help enhance the level of fire safety at energy enterprises, reduce accident risks, and contribute to the sustainable development of Turkmenistan’s energy sector.