In my last blog we have discussed how fire accidents are causing loss of life and destruction of property. But the question remains can Fire accidents be prevented? Yes we can. Preventing Fire is easier than fighting a fire. However, the most important factor is to know the process of proper evacuation. Today people love to work and live in tall buildings, technically known as high rise buildings. The taller the building, the better the view but it comes with a plethora of risks. Though there are rules and regulations in place they are hardly followed. More about that later but let us concentrate on how to save lives first.
We lose lives in any Emergency situation because of 2 reasons.
1. WE DONT KNOW WHAT TO DO!
2. WE DONT KNOW WHERE TO GO!
In many a workplace having trained Emergency Responders has paid dividends. Anyone with proper training can save lives.
Let us first understand what to do when there is a FIRE? The answer is there in the very word itself.
F- FIND. I- INFORM R—RESPOND AND E-EVACUATE.
The First step is to find the fire. This can be done by the God given human-detectors like Eyes, Nose, Skin and Ears. Or it can be done by the modern equipments like Smoke Detectors. Once, a fire is detected, the next step is to “Inform or Warn”. This can be done by either activating the Fire Alarm call point, or by shouting aloud. Once, this is done, the next step is to respond by immediately trying to fight the fire if one is trained. But if you are not trained you need to Evacuate immediately through the Emergency Exits and assemble at a place well away from the building. Evacuation is the best way to save lives during a fire accident.
The Following steps need to be kept in mind while evacuating.
1. Use exits which are safe and near to you.
2. Listen to the announcements.
3. Walk Fast. Never use LIFTS.
4. Use only Staircases and walk on one side of the staircase.
5. Reach your designated assembly point.
6. Once out, never try to enter the building for any purpose.
7. Wait for further Instructions.
8. Elders, Expectant mothers and physically
challenged people should be given the first priority.
The best way to practise all this is to conduct Evacuation Drills at periodical intervals both at home and work places.
The biggest obstacle and killer in Fire situations is not Fire itself but Smoke. In smoke, the most deadly killers are Carbon Monoxide (CO) and Hydrogen Cyanide (HCN). To avoid inhaling the killer smoke, we need to wet a cloth, tie it around the nose and mouth and crawl out to safety. When you Crawl, Smoke being lighter than air, will go up and at the same time, the path which you are taking will be Visible. This is what a 10 year old girl by name ZEN did when there was a fire in Crystal Towers in Mumbai to save not only her life but also that of three other families living on that floor.
If your clothes catch fire, remember to Stop Drop and Roll by covering your face with your hands. By doing this, we can avoid severe burn injuries. The best first aid for burns is pouring water on the affected parts. Saving your life is more important than fire fighting. Share the evacuation process to your loved ones.
We shall see the entire chemistry of Fire and prevention in my nextblog. Till then be safe and take your evacuation drills very seriously.
SESHADRI VARADARAJAN.
Call me @ 9840814353.
Or write to me @ seshadri3225@gmail.com
NICE WRITE UP. KEEP WRITING AND CONTINUE THE GOOD WORK
Useful article with detailed information
Good job. Awaiting for further information.
Nice writeup. Share your experiences in saving lives.
Concise and precise. Mock drills keep the people refreshed of their knowledge.
It’s good one sir
Well done Sesha
Good read
Good One Sesha. Timely action will make a big difference. Keep writing!
Kudos for your first attempt . Keep writing .
Well articulated sir…
It’s fine in terms of detailing do’s & don’t s when an emergency strikes. Good job
The basis of evacuation is what one should know during an emergency in saving their life or others life. Clear and simple. Well said sir. 👍
Excellent pointers. I could visualise the steps. Way to go Sesha
Well structured and easy for any lay man to understand the basics.
Very happy. I met Zen Sadaverte she is truly lifesaver for those 17 priceless life’s.
Dear Seshadri,
Well written theme. Connects with everyone. Step by step instructions easy to follow. Very useful. Thanks for taking up writing amidst your busy schedule. My best wishes to you
Good Write up
Important message in a simplified writeup , good Sheshadri 👍
Good message . Simple and clear,
It is a nice and informative writing .. keep writing .. my suggestion is to post some practical animated videos about fire and emergency response . It will more informative . So please write about LPG lekage and rescue also . It will be more use full for the house hold women’s ..
Very good and crisp Shesha. Creating awareness and educating the people is a great initial way to safe place. Then comes training, drills, etc…and in today’s world of multi-tenanted office buildings, it is very very essential to ensure proper coordination and have joint drills.
We all have to ensure that the Marshalls nominated are from diverse fields and not people who are only from lower rungs of corporate ladder.
Would be good to awaken the people on this in your future blogs.
Great going!! 👌
Sesha, an excellent piece of writing. Crisp and to the point. I too woukd suggest that you include a couple of links to to some appropriate videos which amplify the post. Great work… Keep going
Thanks for the comments.
It was very useful Information if we know tips and not to. Use during fire will prevent and make is safety
It was very useful Information if we know tips and not to. Use during fire will prevent and make is safety .
It was very useful Information.
Keep posts the tips to prevent fire
Dear Sesha
Very few people pay attention to safety. People assume accidents don’t happen to them. Naive and to a point stupid.
Hope these blogs will open up minds and make them care. And a step further would be to work and prevent mishaps.
Thanks for your interest and passion to educate.
Very Nice Seshadri. You are doing a good job of educating others. If you let me… I will make one suggestion. Blogs have to be “Blogs Not Essays”. Keep them short… No more than 150-200 words. You will have kore people read all of it and more importantly”Pay Attention” to the words.
Thanks for the suggestions
Seshadri,
This is important information for all to know. Well done. Thanks for your interest and passion.
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