KFF records 1,058 violations and 3,323 administrative closures in nine months
Brig. Gen. Al-Gharib revealed that between January 1 and September 30, the Prevention and Inspection Sector conducted 34,650 inspection tours across all governorates. These efforts resulted in 2,728 notifications, 1,058 violations, and 3,323 administrative closures against non-compliant facilities. Additionally, 15,382 licenses were issued for various activities and establishments, along with 3,047 transactions related to public projects and 592 for government projects.
During the same period, the General Fire Force received 13,501 reports of various incidents, all handled promptly and efficiently. Al-Gharib emphasized that the force’s success is rooted in its core values — efficiency, loyalty, cooperation, creativity, and transparency — which have collectively contributed to its attainment of ISO certification in recognition of its institutional and administrative excellence.
The Government Communication Center hosted a visual presentation by the General Fire Force today, Wednesday, highlighting the force’s most significant activities over the first nine months of 2025.
The presentation, delivered by Brigadier General Mohammed Al-Gharib, Director of the Public Relations and Media Department, detailed inspection efforts, operational statistics, and key achievements in prevention, safety, and digital transformation.
Brig. Gen. Al-Gharib revealed that between January 1 and September 30, the Prevention and Inspection Sector conducted 34,650 inspection tours across all governorates. These efforts resulted in 2,728 notifications, 1,058 violations, and 3,323 administrative closures against non-compliant facilities. Additionally, 15,382 licenses were issued for various activities and establishments, along with 3,047 transactions related to public projects and 592 for government projects.
During the same period, the General Fire Force received 13,501 reports of various incidents, all handled promptly and efficiently. Al-Gharib emphasized that the force’s success is rooted in its core values — efficiency, loyalty, cooperation, creativity, and transparency — which have collectively contributed to its attainment of ISO certification in recognition of its institutional and administrative excellence.
Focusing on human resource development, Al-Gharib stated that the force conducted periodic medical examinations for all personnel, introduced a nomination process for supervisory positions to ensure qualified leadership, and implemented a drug control system, testing more than 600 members — around 28 percent of the total force. These initiatives, he said, reflect the organization’s commitment to professionalism and integrity.
Al-Gharib also reviewed the General Fire Force’s advancements in electronic services, including the launch of the smart license in cooperation with the Ministry of Commerce, the development of licensing systems for contractors and inspectors, and the digital approval process for firefighting equipment.
The KFF also strengthened interagency cooperation with the Kuwait Municipality and Ministry of Justice to streamline transactions and linked systems electronically with the Ministry of Health for sick leave verification and treatment registration abroad.
He noted that the force continues to expand its firefighting centers and upgrade its equipment, reinforcing its readiness and infrastructure. The overarching goal, he stressed, is institutional excellence through enhanced field preparedness, modernized digital systems, and a steadfast commitment to protecting lives and property throughout Kuwait.
In conclusion, Brig. Gen. Al-Gharib warned against renting unlicensed commercial premises, noting that tenants would be held liable. He also urged business owners to use only accredited companies for elevator construction and inspection. With camping season approaching, he cautioned the public against using burning coals inside tents, citing fatal incidents in past years, and announced that an awareness campaign on fire safety would be launched next month.
