29/07/2026
Safety First: BFP Conducts Disaster Drill, Campus Inspection at STIS
Five personnel from the Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP) conducted a fire and earthquake drill at Southern Tabuk Integrated School (STIS) to strengthen disaster preparedness and promote a culture of safety among learners and school personnel on July 28, 2026.
Without a prior notice, the BFP personnel pressed the emergency alarm signaled the start of the simulation, prompting learners, teachers, and non-teaching personnel to immediately carry out the school's earthquake response procedures. Participants performed the "Duck, Cover, and Hold" technique before calmly evacuating their classrooms and proceeding to the school ground.
The activity transitioned into a simulated fire emergency, where BFP personnel observed the school's evacuation process, monitored the response time, and evaluated the participants' adherence to established safety protocols. Following the simulation, FO1 Aubrey Jane Taya-an gave a brief post-activity assessment, identifying areas for improvement and underscoring the crucial role teachers play in protecting learners and maintaining order during emergencies and disaster situations.
BFP personnel also conducted a thorough inspection of the school premises, examining classrooms, administrative offices, electrical installations, fire extinguishers, emergency exits, evacuation routes, and other critical facilities. The inspection sought to identify possible fire and safety hazards and ensure that the school's facilities comply with fire safety standards.