7 Fire Safety Checklist for New Homeowners

For new homeowners, ensuring fire safety is essential. This guide covers key steps like installing and testing smoke alarms, strategically placing fire extinguishers, creating an emergency escape plan, inspecting the electrical system, and practicing safe kitchen habits. Additional tips include establishing fire prevention habits, investing in fire blankets and carbon monoxide detectors, and performing regular maintenance. These measures help reduce fire risks, providing safety and peace of mind in your new home.

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EV Fire Blanket Testing and Certification Process by SIRIM (Endorsed by Bomba)

In a pivotal move to enhance electric vehicle (EV) fire safety, SIRIM QAS has launched a comprehensive EV fire blanket testing service and certification process, endorsed by Malaysia's Fire and Rescue Department (Bomba). This initiative, supported by Minister Tengku Zafrul and industry leaders, underscores a commitment to advancing safety standards in the face of evolving technology.

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Firefighting the Future:  A closer look at the Tesla Model Y incident

Tesla Model Y fire incident in Puchong, Malaysia. Challenges of electric vehicle (EV) fires. BOMBA firefighter response saved the day. Discover the distinctive characteristics of lithium-ion battery fire and how to react when encountering EV fire.

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What Happens When You Don't Service Your Fire Extinguisher Annually

Our ISO Certified team services all types of Fire Extinguishers in Malaysia. Fire extinguishers are durable, but they don’t last forever. A properly maintained fire extinguisher has the potential to last up to 10 years or more. The best way to determine when it is time to check your fire extinguisher is to get it inspected by a certified fire protection company. For commercial use, it is compulsory for business owners to get their fire extinguisher inspected annually in compliance with BOMBA regulations. Homeowners should also follow a similar schedule to ensure their extinguishers are working all the time, every time.

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What are Fire and Fire Extinguishers!

You need three ingredients to make fire: fuel (like wood or gasoline), oxygen, and heat. Fire is a chemical reaction between oxygen and fuel. If you want to put out a fire, just get rid of one of those three things – fuel, oxygen, or heat. Removing the fuel is easy when the fire is controlled. For example, when you shut off the gas valve on a propane grill, the fuel stops flowing and the fire goes out.

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