Country: United Arab Emirates · Effective: 12 Mar 2026 · Issued by: Dubai Government · Type: Law
Dubai Law No. (2) of 2026 on Public Safety establishes a comprehensive framework to protect people and property by ensuring high safety standards across public places, entertainment venues, events, buildings, and services in the Emirate. It mandates clear safety requirements such as risk assessment, emergency preparedness, fire protection systems, capacity limits, proper equipment maintenance, and the presence of trained safety personnel. Dubai Municipality is responsible for regulation, inspections, approvals, and enforcement, while owners, operators, and the public must comply with safety rules and guidelines. The law also defines prohibited actions, sets penalties and fines for violations, and empowers authorities to take administrative measures such as closure of unsafe facilities, aiming overall to reduce accidents, enhance public awareness, and support safe and sustainable development in Dubai.
Dubai Law No. (2) of 2026 on Public Safety establishes a comprehensive framework to protect people and property by ensuring high safety standards across public places, entertainment venues, events, buildings, and services in the Emirate. It mandates clear safety requirements such as risk assessment, emergency preparedness, fire protection systems, capacity limits, proper equipment maintenance, and the presence of trained safety personnel. Dubai Municipality is responsible for regulation, inspections, approvals, and enforcement, while owners, operators, and the public must comply with safety rules and guidelines. The law also defines prohibited actions, sets penalties and fines for violations, and empowers authorities to take administrative measures such as closure of unsafe facilities, aiming overall to reduce accidents, enhance public awareness, and support safe and sustainable development in Dubai.