Festive Season Fire Safety Alert SCDF to step-up on enforcement checks
The Singapore Civil Defence Force says it will step up its checks on
commercial buildings for fire safety violations, given the approaching
festive season.
It reminded building owners and managers that escape passageways should
be free of obstruction and fire exit doors kept accessible for use
during emergencies.
Overcrowding especially in public entertainment outlets such as discotheques and pubs should be avoided.
SCDF says this is to prevent a stampede if evacuation is required.
Under the Fire Safety Act, violators may be fined up to 10 thousand
dollars or be sentenced to a jail term not exceeding six months, or to
both.
Anyone who notices fire hazards may report them to SCDF on 1800-280-0000.
--938Live