“Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much.” – Helen Keller, 1880 – 1968, American writer. In a world where institutions and authorities are often seen as responsible parties, the way we think about fire safety and security must change. The prevailing notion that fires safety
“The toddler questioned why matches were not kept in the right place. This is the kind of awareness that we need,” Sarawak Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas. FIRE safety knowledge among the communities of Sarawak is still far below the required standard. The basic understanding of total fire
WHEN examining the overall approach to fire safety, our attention tends to focus on the government and the Fire and Rescue Department (BOMBA). Rarely do we turn the spotlight on ourselves or the members of our communities. However, it is time to delve into our responsibilities and the appropriate actions
FIRE safety is an essential aspect that both individuals and governments should prioritise. Achieving total fire safety requires a well-regulated system and a healthy, conducive environment in which we live and work. In a previous column, I discussed crucial components that contribute to this goal, and in this week’s column,
FIRE safety is a critical aspect that needs to be taken into consideration when it comes to building design and operation, whether it is for residential or commercial usage. A comprehensive approach is necessary to ensure the safety of occupants and protect the property. There are five critical components, namely,
‘It’s important to teach children about fire safety and prevention in a way that is appropriate to their age.’ – Datuk Seri Fatimah Abdullah, Women, Childhood and Community Well-being Development Minister. MANY people believe that fire safety is the sole responsibility of the Fire and Rescue Department (Bomba) and government
MANY people believe that fire safety is the sole responsibility of the Fire and Rescue Department (Bomba) and government agencies. However, if we were to look and analyse the statistics as well as the forensic fire post-mortem reports, it is the community themselves who are held responsible. So to change
‘Be ready to face the worst. This will leave you with stability in your mind.’ — Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, Indian spiritual leader. AS part of a community, we must think about whether we are prepared for any eventuality. Are we prepared to face things that may threaten our lives, property
WHEN I look back at my career in the Fire and Rescue Department (Bomba), it never fails to amaze me looking at how far I have come – this year marks my 34th year in the service. In 1989, I made a life-changing decision in my career, going from the
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