Greater Noida: Fire safety rules are being ignored in high-rise apartments in Gautam Buddha Nagar. The fire department has given NOC to many societies without the necessary fire equipment. Even after complaints to the fire department, the department is not taking any action and has maintained silence.
Fire safety rules are being ignored in high-rise apartments in Gautam Buddha Nagar
The fire department has given NOC to many societies without the necessary fire equipment. Even after complaints to the fire department, the department is not taking any action and has maintained silence.
Many accidents have happened before
Many accidents have happened before due to ignorance of fire safety rules. For example, last year, a fire in a large apartment complex claimed the lives of many people and caused losses worth crores. Investigation found obstructions in the fire exit routes and fire drills were not conducted regularly.
Builders’ instructions not followed
Builders give instructions from time to time under the fire exit policy to remove shoe racks, pots, dustbins and other items, but residents do not follow these instructions. Due to this, fire safety standards are not followed and the safety of residents is endangered in times of emergency.
Experts’ opinion
Experts say that fire safety rules should be strictly followed and fire drills and mock drills should be conducted regularly. Apart from this, residents should also understand the importance of fire safety and follow the fire exit policy so that timely safety measures can be taken in case of any emergency.
Authorities are also not taking any action
Authorities should make strict decisions so that major accidents do not happen and strict compliance with fire safety rules is ensured.