Community preparedness

53.

1. (1) In order to develop awareness among the population on the general aspects of fire and life safety including disaster mitigation and the response thereto it shall be the responsibility of in-charge of fire station alongwith the other stakeholders such as District Disaster Management Authority (DDMA), Civil Defence Volunteers and Village Defence Party to conduct community awareness programs by way way of mock drills, lecture and demonstration concerning fire fighting and rescue techniques, organizing group discussion amongst stake holders etc. to prepare a more resilient community for an orderly response in times of emergency.
2. (2) A monthly report of all such activities carried out under sub-section
3. (1) above, shall be submitted to the Director.