Daro Assemblyman Calls for Stricter School Safety After Student Electrocution
Following the tragic electrocution death of a student in Daro, Sarawak, assemblyman Dr. Safiee Ahmad has urged authorities to implement stronger safety measures in schools. He specifically called for regular electrical inspections, emphasizing the need to monitor aging infrastructure and dilapidated buildings, particularly those with wooden structures where wiring lifespan may be shorter than the standard 15 years. Dr. Safiee stressed that all electrical repairs must be conducted by qualified personnel to prevent accidents. Beyond infrastructure, he advocated for integrating safety briefings into the school syllabus, suggesting collaboration with the Fire and Rescue Department to teach students emergency response protocols for electrocution and other hazards. He also recommended establishing safety and health committees in schools, especially boarding institutions, to identify potential risks regularly. Additionally, he suggested replacing metal taps and pipes with plastic alternatives to reduce conductivity risks. The Sarawak Education Department has launched an internal probe into safety compliance at the involved school, while relevant authorities continue their investigation into the incident. This tragedy serves as a critical wake-up call for the Education Ministry and other stakeholders to prioritize student safety.
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Daro Assemblyman Calls for Stricter School Safety After Student Electrocution
Following the tragic electrocution death of a student in Daro, Sarawak, assemblyman Dr. Safiee Ahmad has urged authorities to implement stronger safety measures in schools. He specifically called for regular electrical inspections, emphasizing the need to monitor aging infrastructure and dilapidated buildings, particularly those with wooden structures where wiring lifespan may be shorter than the standard 15 years. Dr. Safiee stressed that all electrical repairs must be conducted by qualified personnel to prevent accidents. Beyond infrastructure, he advocated for integrating safety briefings into the school syllabus, suggesting collaboration with the Fire and Rescue Department to teach students emergency response protocols for electrocution and other hazards. He also recommended establishing safety and health committees in schools, especially boarding institutions, to identify potential risks regularly. Additionally, he suggested replacing metal taps and pipes with plastic alternatives to reduce conductivity risks. The Sarawak Education Department has launched an internal probe into safety compliance at the involved school, while relevant authorities continue their investigation into the incident. This tragedy serves as a critical wake-up call for the Education Ministry and other stakeholders to prioritize student safety.
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