The Rwanda Police has conducted fire safety training for various groups operating in Nyanza District, with the aim of preventing and extinguishing fires. The training, which was attended by representatives of different groups from the Southern Province, focused on equipping participants with knowledge and skills to protect human life and property. Participants were taught how to use fire extinguishers and prevent fires from occurring.
The training was led by CIP Hassan Kamanzi, the Rwanda Police spokesperson for the Southern Province, who urged participants to share their knowledge with others and to encourage their leaders to ensure that their institutions have sufficient fire-fighting equipment. Kamanzi emphasized the importance of fire safety and prevention, citing the need for everyone to be prepared in case of a fire emergency.
CIP Janvier Nkusi, who is in charge of fire prevention and rescue at the Rwanda Police, led the training sessions, explaining to participants how to behave in case of a fire, how to use fire extinguishers, and how to prevent fires from occurring. Nkusi stressed the importance of knowing how to use fire extinguishers and taking measures to prevent fires before they occur.
Nyecumi Pheias, the head of DASSO in Rwabicuma Cell, was one of the participants who praised the Rwanda Police for providing the training, saying it would help them to be more aware of fire safety in their workplaces and homes. Pheias noted that the training was essential in helping them to take measures to prevent fires and to know how to react in case of a fire emergency.
Uwitonze Clarisse, a volunteer in Nyanza District, said that the training had equipped her with knowledge on how to prevent and react to fires caused by gas or other factors. Clarisse noted that she would share the knowledge with others in her community, adding that the training had been very useful.
The deputy mayor of Nyanza District, Kayitsei Nadine, praised the Rwanda Police for providing the training, saying it would help to increase the number of people with fire safety knowledge. Nadine emphasized the importance of sharing fire safety knowledge with others, saying it would help to prevent fires and reduce damage to property.
The training was aimed at increasing the knowledge of citizens and employees on fire prevention and extinguishing, with the goal of protecting human life and property, reducing damage caused by fires, and promoting a culture of fire safety and prevention. The training is part of the Rwanda Police's efforts to promote fire safety and prevention in the country.
Key points
- The training aimed to equip participants with knowledge and skills to prevent and extinguish fires.
- The training was conducted for various groups operating in Nyanza District.
- The participants were taught how to use fire extinguishers and prevent fires from occurring.
