Bhubaneswar, August 17: The Higher Education department has taken proactive steps to ensure fire safety in educational institutions, both government and private colleges in the state.
The department has directed educational institutions to conduct fire safety audits regularly to identify potential hazards and ensure the safety of everyone on campus.
Conducting fire safety audits is crucial for identifying potential hazards and ensuring that all necessary precautions are in place to protect students, faculty, and staff.
The department has been directed to assess the Fire Protection Systems in the institutions. The institutions are directed to evaluate the condition and functionality of fire alarms, sprinkler systems, and emergency exits.
The instittuions have also been directed to review the emergency procedures,
Conducting regular training sessions and mock drills to ensure everyone knows how to respond in case of a fire, said the order
These steps not only help in complying with legal requirements but also significantly enhance the overall safety and preparedness of educational institutions.
