Abu Dhabi Civil Defence Authority (ADCDA) has announced a collaboration with the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) to develop an integrated fire prevention system, in alignment with the global standards adopted by the association, as part of ADCDA’s ongoing efforts to enhance sustainable safety and quality of life in Abu Dhabi.
The project aims to establish Abu Dhabi as one of the world’s leading models in fire safety and prevention, while strengthening the strategic partnership between the authority and NFPA in support of the emirate’s vision of providing a safe environment and a sustainable community. It also seeks to enhance joint governmental and societal responsibility in fire prevention.
His Excellency Brigadier Salem Abdullah bin Barak Al Dhaheri, Director General of ADCDA, said: “This strategic project is part of the Authority’s plan that adopts creativity and innovation as a path to achieve the highest levels of safety in the emirate and to strengthen its global competitiveness in fire prevention. The Authority has embraced this forward-looking approach to be proactive in anticipating risks and developing innovative preventive solutions that reinforce Abu Dhabi’s institutional reputation locally and internationally, while further enhancing its leadership as a global model in safety and civil protection.”
Lt Col Dr Mohammed Nasser Al Harithi, Project Director of the Fire Prevention System, said that the project represents a qualitative leap in the field of fire prevention at the emirate level. It will contribute to the development of a sustainable preventive infrastructure, enhance the readiness of facilities, and raise community awareness of safety standards in line with best international practices.
The authority affirmed that this project constitutes a strategic step towards building an integrated and sustainable prevention system that supports Abu Dhabi’s goals of protecting lives, property, and the environment, while contributing to enhancing the quality of life for all members of society.
