Updated date: 11/03/2023 11:53:10
DTO - Coordinating propaganda and implementing solutions to prevent fire and explosion due to electrical short circuits is always of special concern to Dong Thap Electricity Company and its affiliated units to raise awareness among customers and electricity users, minimizing damage.
Tan Hong Electricity staff propagate fire prevention and fighting to Tan Hong market traders
According to statistics on fire and explosion in the province, in 2022, there were 7 fires, of which 5 were electrical incidents, accounting for 71.4%; from the beginning of 2023 until now, there have been 3 fires, of which 1 was caused by electricity (accounting for 33.33%). Fires and explosions caused by electricity are due to overloading electricity, causing short circuits and carelessness in using electricity.
Mr. Nguyen Le Nhat Huy - Deputy Head of Tan Hong District Public Works Management Board said that recently, the electricity sector has coordinated with units to implement solutions to ensure safe use of electricity and strengthen propaganda on electrical safety. In particular, the design of power supply and investment in installation of electrical systems in houses and business establishments must have protective equipment such as CB to ensure safety when there is a short circuit or short circuit on the load side (protective equipment will automatically cut off the power supply when there is a short circuit or short circuit on the line after CB, ...).
Mr. Ha Van Suong - a trader at Tan Hong market, shared: “After being informed about fire and explosion safety in the use of electricity, I have taken some measures such as: not pulling wires to install additional electrical equipment in the kiosk, not stacking objects on electrical wires, not leaving flammable substances near electrical equipment; when stopping to sell or leaving, turn off the main circuit breaker of the kiosk; regularly check wires and electrical equipment to see if they are exposed, peeled, or short-circuited. I recommend that the Market Management Board equip an automatic fire alarm system, water fire extinguishing system, lightning protection system, fully equipped with fire fighting equipment, and rescue equipment; pay attention to creating escape routes that are always clear, have emergency lighting and exit signs...”.
Ms. Huynh Thi Bich Thuy - owner of a Karaoke bar in Sa Rai town, Tan Hong district said that in addition to being equipped according to the approved design on fire prevention and fighting (PCCC) such as: having an automatic fire alarm system, lightning protection system, fully equipped with fire fighting equipment, rescue equipment; escape routes, emergency lighting and escape direction signs... the facility also organizes training to improve fire prevention and safe use of electricity for all employees. The facility also assigns staff to be on duty 24/7 for safe electrical operation and fire prevention and fighting.
According to Mr. Le Van Chi - Deputy Director of Dong Thap Electricity Company, in the coming time, the increasing demand for electricity will pose many potential risks of fire and explosion at facilities, households, houses combined with production and business... In order to prevent the causes of fire and explosion caused by electricity in the use of electricity as well as to ensure the safety of life and property for the people and society, the electricity industry recommends that people take measures to prevent fire and explosion caused by electricity when using electricity at home as follows:
Protective devices such as circuit breakers or circuit breakers must be installed for the main power line in the house, for each sub-power line, and for each high-power device; fuses must be installed in front of the power outlet to ensure that the power source can be cut off immediately in the event of an electrical short circuit. For protective devices for the main power line, an anti-shock protection device must be installed to cut off the power source sooner in the event of an electrical short circuit.
For the cross-section of the electrical wire, it is necessary to choose a wire with enough capacity to carry the current to the electrical devices and appliances it supplies; do not use wires with small cross-sections for electrical appliances with too much capacity to avoid causing fire or explosion.
Do not use loads exceeding the allowable capacity of the design because it will cause overload leading to burning of equipment, wires... causing fire and explosion; do not plug many high-capacity devices into one outlet at the same time.
Do not use poor quality electrical wires, electrical equipment, household appliances...
Electrical equipment, appliances, electrical wires in the house... that are too old must be checked regularly to have a plan for replacement or repair.
Do not use electric stoves for cooking without adult supervision; electrical equipment and household appliances... must be disconnected from the power source when not in use.
Before leaving the house or before going to bed, check electrical appliances, lights, fans...
Do not let children, sick people... use electrical equipment and appliances in the house.
Do not install or place electrical equipment and appliances that generate heat such as ballasts, light bulbs, irons, electric stoves, etc. on flammable objects such as wood, paper, cardboard, foam, etc. to prevent fire and explosion. When connecting electrical wires, they must be connected alternately and wrapped with insulating tape. Do not use nylon wrap and then use a lighter to heat them.
Do not place flammable substances (gas, gasoline, oil, paper...) near electrical equipment and appliances such as: lamps, irons, electric stoves, electrical outlets... Do not charge phones, electric motorbikes... overnight.
In case of fire due to electrical short circuit, quickly turn off the main circuit breaker, notify everyone around, call the Fire Police and use on-site fire fighting equipment to put out the fire; do not use water to put out the fire before cutting off the power.
For questions, customers can contact the local Electricity or call the Customer Care Center at the contact number: 19001006 or 19009000 for advice and support.
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