National Standard For Bomb Disposal System (IS 19445:2025)

India has introduced IS 19445:2025, the first national standard for evaluating bomb disposal systems. The standard has been issued by the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) to create a uniform framework for testing, certification, and procurement of bomb disposal equipment used by defence, police, and civilian agencies.

Bomb disposal systems such as bomb blankets, bomb baskets, and bomb inhibitors are widely used to reduce the impact of explosions and protect security personnel and civilians.

Key Provisions of IS 19445:2025

The standard defines testing procedures, test equipment, range conditions, apparatus equirements, acceptance criteria, and performance evaluation methods.

• Specifies scientific test range conditions for blast evaluation
• Defines standardised test methodologies and procedures
• Includes apparatus, specimens, and acceptance criteria
• Evaluates blast resistance and splinter containment capability
• Provides uniform certification and procurement benchmarks
• Serves as a reference for manufacturers and testing agencies

Alignment with Global Practices

While preparing IS 19445:2025, BIS considered international best practices and globally accepted performance concepts. These standards were adapted to Indian operational conditions, explosive threats, and environmental requirements.

• Promotes compatibility with global testing practices
• Adapts standards to Indian threat scenarios
• Supports export competitiveness of Indian manufacturers
• Encourages quality-driven manufacturing standards
• Maintains relevance to domestic operational needs

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Key Benefits of IS 19445:2025

The standard is expected to improve the safety, reliability, and effectiveness of bomb disposal operations across India. It also strengthens the government’s focus on indigenous defence manufacturing and technological self-reliance.

• Clearly defined and objective evaluation criteria
• Improved safety for bomb disposal squads and civilians
• Uniform basis for testing, certification, and procurement
• Better reliability and interoperability of equipment
• Encourages indigenous innovation under Make in India
• Enhances operational efficiency during security operations
• Strengthens confidence in deployed bomb disposal systems

About Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS)

The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) is the national standards body of India responsible for formulating quality standards, certification systems, and product testing mechanisms across various sectors. It functions under the Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution and plays an important role in ensuring quality, safety, and reliability of products and services in India.

• Established under the Bureau of Indian Standards Act, 1986
• Headquarters located in New Delhi
• Responsible for formulation of Indian Standards (IS)
• Provides product certification through the ISI mark
• Operates hallmarking certification for gold and silver jewellery
• Promotes quality assurance, consumer safety, and standardisation
• Conducts testing, inspection, and certification activities
• Supports industrial growth, exports, and technological development
• Represents India in international standardisation organisations like ISO and IEC
• Encourages adoption of quality standards under the Make in India initiative