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Should we not make people more aware of the dangers
of old electrical flex and extensions and multiple plugs?
Perhaps a permanent notice on the multiplug that it is
only to be used from one 15A plug?
The fire hose reel is a ‘first aid tool’ for anybody to use
in an emergency, but how many people know that it is
dangerous to direct the water on or into an electrical
installation? I believe we must concentrate more on
how to prevent fires and leave the firefighting to the fire
brigade who is thoroughly trained and equipped.
Water is becoming a huge problem and the design and
supply of water systems for fire protection and firefighting
will have to be reviewed seriously. Fortunately, there
are excellent engineers who are wrestling with these
challenges and perhaps the future will look different. PA
www.plumbingafrica.co.za
In many large buildings, the escape routes are closed
and locked and used as ‘storerooms’. Many old buildings
are hazardous environments, waiting for disaster to
strike. Is it not necessary perhaps to require an annual
certificate of safety (CoS), which must include the
electrical installation and gas installation?
The fire hose reel is a ‘first aid tool’ for anybody to use in an emergency.
November 2018 Volume 24 I Number 9