Everyone is at risk if there’s a fire. Fire safety training and drill are not only required by law, but it is also an important skill to obtain regarding the safety of everyone and others who might be in the building. This will provide workers with skills such as recognizing hazards, being able to complete a fire risk assessment, taking action in preventing fires, and lastly understanding how to respond in the case of an emergency.
In accordance with the provisions of the Fire Code of the Philippines of 2008 (Republic Act 9517), Kabraso Multi-Purpose Cooperative employees attended the Fire Safety and Prevention Seminar and Drill organized by TSI Group led by SFO2 Mard Rasonable RCrim, FO3 Rovan Joseph Loberino, and FO2 Ronald Marcelino of Intramuros Fire Station, last May 25 at Bachrach Building II parking area.
In the first part of the training, bureau of fire protection bfp personnel taught the employees how to use firefighting equipment like fire extinguishers, how to work as a team, as well as learn what each employee’s responsibilities are. The second part was an actual drill, and with the guidance of the BFP Team, all employees evacuated the building and put out the fire within a 1-minute time completion. SPO2 Rasonable conducted a post-activity to address the areas for improvement in case of an emergency arises.
This activity emphasized that importance of creating a safety culture not just in office environments but also in your home as it is essential for fire prevention. Smoke alarms and fire alarms are critical tools in detecting early signs of a home fire. Regularly check these devices to ensure they are functioning properly. To prevent fires from occurring, be vigilant about potential fire hazards such as faulty electrical appliances. Taking responsibility for fire safety includes educating your family on what to do in the event of a fire. Together, we can foster a safer home environment.
“Sa pag-iwas sa sunog, hindi ka nag-iisa!”, is this year’s Bureau of Fire Protection campaign. Keep in mind to call your nearest fire station. Here are some of the hotlines that you may reach in case of fire and other emergencies:
Bureau of Fire Protection – NCR Emergency Hotline
- Emergency Hotline – 911
- BFP Manila – 5336-5138
- BFP Caloocan City – 5310-0527
- BFP Malabon City – 8292-7339
- BFP Navotas City – 8281-0854
- BFP Valenzuela City – 8292-3519
- BFP Pasay City – 8844-2120
- BFP Makati City – 8818-5150
- BFP Paranaque City – 8826-9131
- BFP Las Pinas City – 8874-6177
- BFP Muntinlupa City – 8842-2201
- BFP Marikina City – 8646-0427
- BFP Pasig City – 8641-2815
- BFP Pateros – 8641-1365
- BFP Taguig City – 8837-0740
- BFP Mandaluyong City – 8532-2189
- BFP San Juan City – 8725-2079
- BFP Quezon City – 8330-2344