MCD issues safety measures to curb fire accidents in Delhi

NEW DELHI: The Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) has issued fire prevention measures for the buildings in the national capital, considering a spike in fire accidents in the city.

The measures prescribed by the corporation will be observed in the hospitals, dispensaries, schools, community centres, multi-level parking, zonal offices, and other buildings where people gather in large numbers.

The city officials have also been directed to ensure that they implement prescribed fire safety instructions such as inspecting the fire safety systems, auditing electrical load, installation of smoke detectors, fire alarms, and automatic water sprinklers.

Apart from that, all fire safety equipment should go under maintenance regularly. It includes monthly examinations of the fire extinguishers and quarterly tests of fire alarms and hydrants.  

MCD communique read, “The electrical department must regularly inspect fire-fighting equipment such as fire extinguishers, hydrants, and alarms. This includes checking the expiry dates of extinguishers, ensuring hydrants are accessible and have adequate water pressure, and that fire alarms are operational and audible throughout the facility.”