Munshiganj: A training programme on the risks and precautions associated with septic tanks was held in the district today under the slogan "In disaster and accident, always first - always beside all," organized by the Fire Service and Civil Defence. The training session was arranged on Friday at the Fire Service and Civil Defence office here for sanitation workers and construction laborers.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, Muhammad Shafiqul Islam, Deputy Assistant Director of the Munshiganj Fire Service and Civil Defence Office, stated that the training aimed to reduce the risk of fatalities caused while working inside septic tanks and fires originating from gas cylinders. The session was attended by a total of 150 sanitation workers and construction laborers of various levels, highlighting the importance of safety in their daily operations.
He further explained that the training included techniques for extinguishing gas cylinder fires and basic precautionary measures for working in abandoned or under-construction septic tanks. These practical skills are essential for preventing accidents and ensuring the safety of workers engaged in these high-risk environments.