CATSU PERSONNEL UNDERGO FIRE, ENVIRONMENTAL SAFETY SEMINAR
SETTING AND INFRASTRUCTURE (SI)In observance of Fire Prevention Month, Catanduanes State University (CatSU), through the Center for Island Climate Change Solutions, hosted a Fire and Environmental Safety Seminar this Friday, March 7. The half-day event, attended by employees from Virac and Panganiban campuses, aims to raise safety awareness among staff from Security Services, the General Services Unit, and other offices. In his remarks, Engr. Benjamin Hannycel T. Nuyda, Vice President for Administrative and Financial Affairs (VPAFA), told the workers the significance of vigilance in protecting oneself from hazards. "Be vigilant, stay informed, and stay safe," VPAFA urged the participants after defining safety, hazard, and risk in the event at the CatSU Extension Training Hall. For Pollution Control Officer Engr. Bernard H. Rubio, event’s resource speaker, wearing personal protective equipment (PPE) in the workplace is very important, like gloves for electricians. The seminar also included a virtual discussion via Zoom by Senior Project Manager Zaldy T. Tejerero from Tampa, Florida, which covered fire safety engineering. Meanwhile, SInsp. Dennis V. Tadoy, the deputy provincial fire marshal discussed fire safety in the workplace, covering topics such as fire detection systems, automatic suppression systems, and the importance of fire extinguishers. The event, organized in collaboration with the Bureau of Fire Protection, the Philippine Institute of Civil Engineers, and the Institute of Electrical Engineers - Catanduanes Chapter, was also attended by Engr. Rafael R. Manoguid, head of the General Services Unit, who welcomed the participants.
