SafelyAbout Initiative

A vendor shared this on their instagram page and we left a comment for learning purposes. Also thought it safe to share with our community.

One thing to check is how long the fire extinguisher has been in the store without being serviced.

It’s recommended to service it every 6 months (especially for the powder because it cakes easily). The CO2 can last longer and stay for a year.

So as you’re planning to service ACs, include the fire extinguisher servicing and refilling too. It’s not enough to just have it sitting somewhere for yearssss and expect it will do magic in an instant.

This is applicable everywhere. Your business place, your home, schools, churches, mosques, everywhere people gather is where you should make a fire extinguisher available.

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Reminiscing on how I started SafelyAbout during my NYSC year in Ibadan.

After everyone has settled to their PPAs (mine was Oyo State Ministry of Works, Fire Service Department) and going there everyday, you know there’s usually nothing to do.

Then I decided I wanted to do more with this one year and I went for ‘apprenticeship’ work to gain field experience as an electrical engineering graduate. I registered with this electrician that came to camp during SAED, I can’t even remember how much I paid (it definitely wasn’t a lot).

So the idea was to follow him to site when he has projects to handle. In Ibadan, the projects he was getting were wiring of bungalow houses, maintenance work in older buildings and setting up the electrical fittings for someone’s new shop.

It was an exciting experience and I learnt a lot then (heck I wanted to be a contractor then😎).

This man was one of the few diligent engineers we have left because he never compromised on quality and this affected him getting some contracts even.

We also did some repair and maintenance work for a lot of families. After someone else must have done a b.ad job and an electrical problem has occurred, then they call him.

I experienced at least 5 different home incidents and they made me so an.gry. I kept saying, but this could have been avoided if the people did the right thing from the beginning or if anyone knew what to do to put out a fire before it gets far.

Then coupled with the fact I worked with Fire Service too, I heard about all the many cases they respond to all the time.

These experiences were what birthed SafelyAbout and I began to have these conversations in my small circles then. Merging the words “Safely” and “About” was simply to represent staying safe at all times, in all places.

So this is my why, and the journey has only just started. Follow us to learn as much as you can on public safety for yourself and your loved ones.

Will there ever be a time that the danfo buses will be sanctioned for the harm they cause to everyday people?

In all, the 3MB bridge is clear now for smooth ride, don’t forget to drive for yourself and everyone else on the road. Some people don’t have anything to lose.

I was discussing with someone how there’s increased cases of fire incidents around us these days and the need for people to prepare themselves in the simplest way for such scenarios.
Owing a fire blanket, fire ball or fire extinguisher at home is not luxury or a ‘just for the sake of it’ item, it is a must!

The person I was with just kept laughing as per “you’ve come again”. In her words “God forbid fire in my house, it’s not my portion”. I echoed Amen too.

Guess who shared a video online with me about a home fire that killed a young lady while she was sleeping? She did and said, we talked about this! The story says it was a damaged electrical cable that caused the fire.

It’s nobody’s portion to experience a fire outbreak, but it takes a spilt second for everything you worked for to be destroyed or worst, d**th.

Do your part and leave the rest to nature. Yes there are different sizes for different homes; whether you live in a self-contained or 5 room apartment, there’s a solution for you. If you’re looking to get for your home, so reach out.

Many Nigerians are going into this new week with mixed feelings…

This past weekend took a lot from us; we lost industrious minds of the nation and well, the afcon finale too.

One key thing to remember; you and I have yet another chance to live to the fullest and give all our resources for the common good.

Start that training, read or write that book, call your family members, reach out to your friends, offer help to others and above all be safety conscious.

There’s no better time to do things differently than now.

This explosion occurred late last night and it has been reported that some persons died on the spot.

There are still unclear details about how this came to happen, why were dynamites stored in a house and so many questions. But first, we applaud the swift response so far from different parties. Saving lives is most important.

For others in Ibadan, if you can avoid it, you don’t have to go to the area where this happened, so you don’t expose yourself to inhaling any substance that’s now in the atmosphere as a result of the incident. It is better safe than sorry.

We are hopeful the worst is over on this experience for people in Ibadan. In cases like this, avoid sharing false or exaggerated information to avoid causing panic for others.

If you are in Ibadan, please share your experience in the comment for more learning.

Happy New Year fellows 🎊. Welcome to another year and opportunity to recalibrate and excel.

For weeks now, the buzz around creating annual goals has been strong. Everyone is crafting their plans for the year; from career, business, finance, spirituality, lifestyle, all are covered.

A quick reminder to remember to include your plans towards ensuring safety of lives (yours, family and friends) and properties. No one wants a situation whereby you’ve toiled to achieve so much and a simple mistake leads to losses.

Apart from the measures put in place by the government and your organizations, what have you done in your personal space?

I’m excited for what we have in store this year for everyone’s benefit.

Wishing you a fruitful and safe 2024

Taking precautions never removes the role faith plays in our lives.

As God is playing his part, are you playing yours?

There are 3 categories of people among us;

-Those who consciously take safety measures in their life decisions.

-Those who think blood of Jesus/Insha Allah solves everything.

-Those who blame the government for the mistakes they made themselves.

Which category do you fall under? What have you done differently to improve your choices? Don’t leave your safety to chance, no one ever knows when an incident might occur.

As an individual, a business owner, a parent, how much effort do you put in ensuring your personal safety? Whether in familiar surroundings or new environments, adopting precautionary measures can prevent injuries. Simple practices such as securing our homes and surroundings, staying vigilant, and adhering to safety protocols contribute significantly to personal safety.

The need to take ownership for one’s personal safety through awareness, education, and proactive behaviors creates a safer environment and reduces vulnerabilities in all facets of life. Let's make conscious choices to champion our safety!

New week, new you right?

This is to remind you not to clog the drainages. Directly or indirectly we all contribute.

Take this as your cue to be the difference we all seek.

Have a thrash-free week ahead 🤭