MoU signed to enhance fire safety in Bahrain

The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the General Directorate of Civil Defence at the Ministry of Interior for the Kingdom of Bahrain.

This agreement aims to improve fire safety and prevention measures in Bahrain.

The MoU signing ceremony took place at the annual NFPA Conference & Expo in Orlando, Florida, with key representatives from both organisations in attendance.

The partnership will leverage NFPA’s expertise in fire, electrical, and life safety, along with Bahrain Civil Defence’s local knowledge in firefighting and civil defence.

The collaboration focuses on organising awareness forums, promoting education, and sharing best practices to enhance public safety.

Collaborative efforts to advance fire safety

NFPA President & CEO Jim Pauley stated: “Building on the NFPA Fire & Life Safety Ecosystem framework, we are charting a roadmap for developing comprehensive training and certification programs, advancing fire research, and enhancing public education across the Kingdom.”

He added that the initiative aims to advance fire safety and mitigate risks through increased fire risk awareness and reduction strategies.

Eng. Dana Kamal, Director of International Business Development MENA at NFPA, highlighted the significance of the partnership: “It’s an honour to collaborate with Bahrain Civil Defence on our shared mission to advance fire and life safety across the Kingdom.

“By leveraging the NFPA Fire & Life Safety Ecosystem, we aim to empower communities and ensure that Bahrain Civil Defence personnel are equipped with the highest standards of safety knowledge and skills to help fulfil their commitment to public safety.”

Strategic alignment with Bahrain’s Economic Vision 2030

Brigadier Pilot Ali Mohamed AlKubaisi, General Director of Civil Defence of Bahrain Civil Defence, commented on the partnership: “This initiative is a strategic milestone for the General Directorate of Civil Defence in the Kingdom of Bahrain to implement Bahrain’s Economic Vision 2030 by raising the level of safety and fire prevention.

“The signing of this memorandum of understanding allows us to be part of the NFPA Ecosystem, learning, developing, and benefiting from international community experiences in order to participate in strengthening this framework.”

He further mentioned the goal of qualifying employees to international standards, exchanging experiences, and leaving a positive impact on all stakeholders involved.

NFPA’s global efforts and mission

NFPA operates in over 70 countries, supported by more than 5,000 volunteers and engaging with over 43,000 global members.

The organisation promotes safety in a rapidly electrifying world, addresses critical crises globally, defends the value of codes and standards, and highlights international efforts in emerging issues and trends in fire, electrical, and life safety.

This partnership is part of NFPA’s overall objective of increasing safety for people and property.