Legal basis: People's Republic of China (PRC) Fire Protection Law.
Article 5 All units and individuals have the obligation to maintain fire control safety, protect fire control facilities, prevent fires and report fire accidents. All units and adults have the obligation to participate in organized fire fighting.
Article 7 The State encourages and supports scientific research and technological innovation in fire control, and promotes the use of advanced fire control technology and emergency rescue equipment; Encourage and support social forces to carry out fire public welfare activities.
Units and individuals that have made outstanding contributions in fire control work shall be commended and rewarded in accordance with relevant state regulations.