What fire safety requirements apply to a warehouse? Does a specific fire protection system need to be installed?

Fire safety in a medicine warehouse is a basic requirement for protecting people and property, and must strictly comply with the requirements of the Hong Kong Fire Services Department. First, the premises must be equipped with a sufficient number and appropriate types of fire-fighting equipment, such as portable fire extinguishers (dry powder, carbon dioxide, etc.) and fire hose reels, according to their area and the fire risk of the goods stored. All fire-fighting equipment must be placed where it is readily accessible, clearly marked, and inspected and maintained annually by a registered fire service installation contractor. Second, all fire escape routes, emergency exits and stairways must be kept clear and unobstructed; goods or other items must not be stored there. Emergency exit doors must be easy to open from the inside. Third, a fire detection and alarm system that complies with regulations (smoke detectors, fire alarm bells, etc.) should be installed. The Fire Services Department may also require automatic sprinkler systems in large or high-risk warehouses.