EMS by-laws The implementation of the City’s EMS by-laws is a critical factor in helping to make Joburg a safer place for everyone. The City of Joburg’s Emergency Services Bylaws are published in the Provincial Gazette Extraordinary no.179 of 21 May 2004, notice number 826. Fire prevention Certain self-made fires are prohibited without prior written permission from the Chief of Emergency Management Services or his/her nominee. Storage and accumulation of combustible material are prohibited. The owner / occupier of the property must eliminate the hazard without delay.
Fire protection Design and construction of buildings should encompass water drainage from buildings and access to facilitate fire-fighting and rescue.