NIEPA ESTATE AND WORKS STAFF UNDERGO FIRE SAFETY TRAINING

In a bid to mitigate the risk of fire disasters, the management of the National Institute for Educational Planning and Administration (NIEPA) organized a fire safety training lecture and exercise for staff of the Estate and Works Department. The event, which took place at the Professor Taiwo Ajayi Hall at NIEPA’s corporate headquarters, was part of the institute’s efforts to prioritize the safety and well-being of staff and safeguard the Institute’s properties.

Higher Fire Officer Omolorun Soji David from the Federal Fire Service, Ondo Town, delivered a comprehensive lecture on fire safety and prevention. He highlighted the importance of being aware of the different classes of fires, including Class A, B, C, D, and E, and provided scenarios that could lead to fire outbreaks. Officer Omolorun emphasized the need for staff to be vigilant and take proactive measures to prevent fires.

The expert particularly focused on Class A and B fires, which are caused primarily by power surges and highly inflammable substances. He demonstrated how to use fire extinguishers effectively and safely, emphasizing the importance of choosing the right type of extinguisher for the job. Officer Omolorun also warned against overloading sockets with electrical appliances, citing careless behavior as a leading cause of fire outbreaks.

To practicalize the training, Officer Omolorun conducted a series of fire drills, guiding staff members through step-by-step processes on how to use fire extinguishers in different scenarios. This hands-on training helped staff members build confidence in their ability to respond effectively in case of a fire emergency.

The training session was highly interactive, with staff sharing their experiences and gaining valuable insights from the fire safety expert. Engineer Emmanuel Ajayi, Head of Estate, Works, and Services, and Engineer Francis Adetutu, Head of Facility Management Unit, also emphasized the need for staff to be security-conscious and take proactive measures to mitigate the effects of fire disasters.

Ajayi, who represented the Acting Director-General, Dr. David Shofoyeke, urged staff to take the training seriously and apply the knowledge gained to prevent fires and ensure a safe and conducive environment for capacity building, learning, work, and research activities.

According to information reliably gathered by newsmen from the Institute’s Media Officer, Bodunde Tenabe, the fire safety training is part of NIEPA’s efforts to provide a secure and conducive environment for its staff and participants.