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[Audio] Good morning everyone. Today we will be examining the results of the Fire Prevention Inspection for BPLO/PEZA/GOVERNMENT for CY 2023. This presentation will provide you with meaningful insight into the positive variance of the Fire Safety Inspection this year..

[Audio] Bangar Fire Station is prepared to respond to any emergency or incident. The Fire Marshal has assigned a total of 46 personnel to the station, each with specialized training for the specific areas of the table. These personnel include Customer Relations Officers, Assessors, Building Inspectors, Plan Evaluators, Investigators, EMTs/ Medical First Responders, Collecting Agent, Petty Cash Custodian/ SDO, Logistics Personnel, Administrative Staff/ Personnel, Drivers, and personnel from the Regional Office, C. Operations and C. FSES of Provincial and Municipal level. All personnel are provided with training to ensure they are providing services of the highest quality to the public..

[Audio] A positive variance of 130.32% in fire safety inspection has been recorded compared to the 2021 target of 1,042, indicating a successful application of fire safety inspection certificate of new establishments. This achievement has been made possible with the help of the supportive business owners and clients we work with, as seen in the breakdown of ventures. These numbers show a shift towards an increased fire safety within the community, and we anticipate this trend to continue in the future..

[Audio] The Fire Prevention Inspection for new buildings/occupancy in CY 2023 achieved an impressive result of 222.22%, surpassing its target of 9 inspections with 20 inspections. Of these inspections, 1 was Assembly, 1 Educational, 5 Healthcare, 2 Residential, 10 Board and Care, 0 Detention and Correctional, 0 Mercantile, 0 Business, 0 Industrial, 0 Storage and 1 Special Structure. This exemplifies the efficiency of Fire Prevention Inspection in upholding fire safety standards..

[Audio] Comparative inspection data indicates a 130.32% increase, from 1,042 target inspection to 2,637, by 2023. Correspondingly, fees collected for fire codes increased 91.49%, from Php 1,545,395.32 in 2022 to Php 2,983,626.02 in 2023..

[Audio] Data for the 1st semester of the current calendar year from Bangar Fire Station reveals no major fire alarms responded to. The following table illustrates the suppression data for the year; the total damage amounts to zero..

[Audio] The Bureau of Fire Protection Bangar Fire Station in La Union registered zero fire calls in the 2nd semester of CY 2023, which is a stark contrast to the figure of 3 fire calls received in the first semester of CY 2022. Similarly, there were no fire calls responded to, no fires investigated, and no casualties or damage reported. The data points to the successful implementation of the Fire Prevention Inspection program, which is having demonstrable effects on the local community..

[Audio] The Fire Prevention Education activities and other fire safety programs of the Fire Station have proven to be successful in drastically reducing fire incidents in the locality. As can be seen in the table, the causes of fire due to electrical connection, lighted matchstick, and lighter have all dropped to zero. Furthermore, the number of fire incidents in residential and mercantile occupancy has also dropped to zero. These figures demonstrate the effectiveness of the Fire Station's efforts in raising fire safety awareness among the local population..

[Audio] With regards to the annual review of the Bureau of Fire Protection Bangar Fire Station in La Union, the table presented indicates that there is no variance for 2022 and 2023 in Electrical connection, Electrical appliances, Electrical machinery, Unattended cooking/stove, Lighted cigarette butt, Chemicals, Pyro techniques, Lighted match stick/lighter, Incendiary devices/flammable liquid, Lightning, Bomb explosion, Undetermined/Under investigation, Other Open Flame (Garbage/Rubbish/Grass Fire/ Tobacco barn/Electrical Post) and Spontaneous combustion. Interestingly, there is a 130.32% increase in total Fire Safety Inspection primarily due to the implementation of Fire Safety Inspection Certificate for new establishments..

[Audio] During the first semester of CY 2023, there were no fire incidents, rescue operations, vehicular accidents, or medical cases in comparison to the same period of CY 2022. This is likely due to the successful implementation of the fire safety awareness campaign, regular inspections of businesses, and effective sharing of information from our fire safety inspection teams..

[Audio] Our local community has had a positive impact from the activities conducted to promote Fire Safety Inspection. This was done through providing fire safety training to the barangay, distributing fire safety tips leaflets, and posting them on social media. This can be attributed to the successful implementation of fire prevention and safety campaigns, that ensure safety in the community..

[Audio] Our Business One Stop Shop is designed to simplify the process of acquiring business and building related permits. From January to February, we conduct this program to make it easier for our constituents to obtain permits. To do this, we have implemented a best practices system which allows for a centralized location to accept, process, and deliver any accepted permits, licenses, clearances, or authorizations. This allows our constituents to receive all the required documents quickly and with minimal effort..

[Audio] Fire safety drills are an integral part of equipping Firefighters with the skills needed to effectively respond to emergency situations. The Bureau of Fire Protection Bangar Fire Station takes Fire safety seriously, holding drills quarterly throughout the year to make sure that all Firefighters have the ability and assurance to keep the community safe..

[Audio] Typhoons can cause tremendous destruction if not adequately observed. Keeping an eye on water levels in vulnerable places is essential in the event of a typhoon's approach. Taking precautions and making appropriate arrangements for disaster administration can help reduce the harm caused by typhoons. It is the duty of local authorities to guarantee that the required preventive actions are taken to secure people and their assets..

[Audio] Fire prevention is of utmost importance for ensuring the safety of everyone. For this reason, March is dedicated to raising awareness of this cause. We strive to not only foster a culture of being prepared for fire risks, but to provide the necessary resources to educate and inform local communities on the dangers of fires and how to best prevent them..

[Audio] Drug abuse and illicit trafficking constitute a major threat to public safety and health. As the Bureau of Fire Protection, it is incumbent upon us to be at the forefront of the battle against these serious issues. Consequently, our preventative, disruptive, and enforcement efforts must be strengthened to ensure a zero-tolerance policy for drug abuse and illicit trafficking. We must be vigilant in our implementation of Fire Prevention and Inspection policies and make sure we have the resources necessary to enforce them. Through these efforts, we can curtail the prevalence of drug abuse and illicit trafficking, helping to create a safe and healthy environment for everyone..

[Audio] Bangar Fire Station in La Union carried out active monitoring and inspections of resorts and barangay command posts within their area of jurisdiction during Semana Santa season. Consistent fire safety inspections were done in order to guarantee the safety of both local residents and tourists. This proactive approach led to the prevention of potential fires during the holiday..

[Audio] The LGU Fire Safety Assistance Program provided funding for the construction of a garage. This completion of this project shows the commitment and support of the Municipal Government to the BFP Bangar.

CONSTRUCTION OF GARAGE FUNDED BY THE LGU. 19. BEST PRACTICES.

[Audio] In order to meet the Fire Prevention Inspection for BPLO/PEZA/GOVERNMENT for CY 2023, the regional office took action - submitting a request and priority list of fire station for issuance of a brand-new firetruck with an expected output to be delivered ASAP and with a target date of CY 2023. Furthermore, due to a lack of personnel, especially male personnel, and a leaking rooftop of the fire station, resulting in broken light fixtures and early deterioration of office equipment, the regional office requested assistance from higher offices. To address the lack of communication equipment, especially during responding fire alarms, the regional office requested for base radio and portable radio from higher offices. Finally, additional computer set and printer were requested from higher offices in order to meet the Fire Prevention Inspection for BPLO/PEZA/GOVERNMENT for CY 2023..

[Audio] I am grateful for your attention and participation in this important discussion. Thank you for your dedication and support in making Fire Safety Inspection a priority. Let us keep working together as a team and continue striving for safety excellence. Again, thank you and may God bless..