About
A specialised national centre advancing fire safety, explosion prevention and disaster resilience across Bangladesh — through research, innovation and capacity building.
BFERC turns theoretical knowledge of fire and explosion into practical, real-world solutions for industries and communities.
Bangladesh Fire and Explosion Research Centre (BFERC) is a non-profit organization registered under the Societies Registration Act of 1860. It collaborates closely with industry, academia, government agencies, and international partners to advance fire safety, explosion prevention, and disaster resilience across Bangladesh. Established as a specialized national centre, BFERC is committed to addressing the growing challenges of industrial hazards, urban safety, and community preparedness. It achieves this through a strong focus on research, innovation, and capacity building.
The centre conducts applied scientific research on fire dynamics, explosion mechanisms, and process safety, transforming theoretical knowledge into practical, real-world solutions for industries and communities. In addition, BFERC offers consultancy services, policy guidance, and technical expertise to support the development and implementation of effective fire and explosion risk management strategies.
Training and education are central to BFERC’s mission. The centre organizes capacity-building programs for professionals, safety officers, and first responders, while also promoting public awareness of fire safety practices and disaster preparedness. Through strategic partnerships with national and international institutions, BFERC facilitates knowledge exchange, technology transfer, and the adoption of global best practices.
BFERC’s ultimate goal is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable, and resilient Bangladesh—where fire and explosion risks are effectively minimized through research, innovation, education, and collective responsibility.
- Status
- Non-profit society
- Registered under
- Societies Registration Act, 1860
- Based in
- Dhaka, Bangladesh
To be the leading national centre of excellence in fire and explosion research, safety innovation, and risk management, dedicated to building a safer, sustainable, and resilient Bangladesh.
5 commitments
Research & innovation
To advance scientific research and innovation in the field of fire, explosion, and process safety.
Consultation & training
To provide consultation support, training, and capacity-building services for industry, academia, and government agencies.
Standards & policy
To develop and promote national standards, guidelines, and policies for fire and explosion prevention, preparedness, and mitigation.
Collaboration
To foster collaboration with local and international institutions for knowledge exchange and technology transfer.
Public awareness
To raise public awareness and build community resilience through education, policy advocacy, and outreach programs.
From evidence to impact
- Step 1 Study the risk Incident data, field surveys and laboratory research.
- Step 2 Develop solutions Practical engineering, risk assessment and consultancy.
- Step 3 Shape practice Standards, policy guidance and training for professionals.
- Outcome A safer Bangladesh Fewer incidents, fewer lives lost, more resilient communities.
How BFERC is guided
Executive Board
Led by the Chairman and Member Secretary, the Board sets direction and oversees administration, research, finance, policy, media and urban safety affairs.
Scientific Advisory Committee
Distinguished academics and researchers who advise on research priorities, evaluate scientific merit and guide publications.
Technical Advisory Committee
Engineers, safety specialists and industry experts who provide technical guidance, review standards and support incident investigations.
Work in fire and explosion safety? Join us.
Contribute your expertise through our Technical Advisory Committee, Scientific Advisory Committee, or as a Corporate Member.