We Need To Take Fire Safety Seriously

Rueben Teoh, Founder, Fire Preventors' Society

08-Oct-25 09:30

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From faulty wiring to forgotten extinguishers and evacuation drills, how prepared are we for a fire especially in our homes? Rueben Teoh, the founder of the Fire Preventors Society, an NGO dedicated to raising awareness and improving fire safety standards, walks us through practical steps to prevent and respond to fires in different types of properties.

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Produced by: Keith Kam

Presented by: Keith Kam

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Categories: property

Tags: fire emergency, faulty wiring, fire safety, property, safety, safety and security,

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