Abu dhabi: The Abu Dhabi Civil Defence Authority has initiated the 'Safe Ramadan' campaign in conjunction with the Holy Month of Ramadan. This effort is part of a proactive approach to enhance community awareness of safety and prevention concepts, reinforcing safe behaviors to ensure the protection of lives and property throughout the blessed month.
According to Emirates News Agency, the campaign focuses on intensifying community awareness initiatives, conducting field inspection campaigns, and training members of the public on effective incident response. It aims to disseminate preventive guidance on home safety, particularly during the preparation of Iftar and Suhoor meals. The campaign promotes the safe use of electrical appliances and gas cylinders and seeks to mitigate the causes of domestic fires and accidents.
The initiative emphasizes the importance of adhering to safety requirements in Ramadan tents and gathering areas. It ensures the readiness of firefighting systems and smoke detectors, calling on tent operators to comply with the UAE Fire and Life Safety Code. The campaign requires providing all necessary technical requirements, including an adequate number of fire extinguishers and electrical installations carried out by certified technicians according to approved standards.
The Authority urged families to enhance safety measures within home kitchens due to the increased use of cooking appliances during Ramadan. It highlighted the importance of cleaning kitchen exhaust systems from accumulated grease, ensuring the availability of portable fire extinguishers and smoke detectors, and understanding how to use them in emergencies. Additionally, it warned against the risks of oil ignition during frying and electrical fires caused by improper load distribution or the use of non-compliant extension leads.
The Authority affirmed that the 'Safe Ramadan' campaign reflects its continued commitment to strengthening preventive awareness and fostering a culture of safety as a shared community responsibility. This campaign supports Abu Dhabi's vision of building a safe and sustainable society.