BRAC Bank conducts fire safety drill toenhance workplace safety of its people

Dhaka : As part of its commitment to workplace safety, BRAC Bank conducted a comprehensive fire safety and emergency evacuation drill at its head office in collaboration with the Fire Service and Civil Defence Department.

Held on October 14, 2026, the routine drill aimed to enhance preparedness for fire-related emergencies and reinforce the bank’s safety protocols.

In a quick break in the middle of a workday, the coworkers promptly evacuated their workstations as the alarm sounded, proceeding in an orderly manner to the designated assembly points. They took part in hands-on training fire simulation conducted by fire department officials. It serves as a reminder to importance of preparedness in case fire hazard at workplace in modern day urban setting.

The drill included a variety of practical exercises designed to test individual and team responses to emergencies. The session included fire simulation, alarm generation, and evacuation announcements, followed by a mass emergency evacuation and synchronised assembly at designated safe zones. Additionally, the drill involved emergency search and rescue operations conducted by the in-house fire safety team and a demonstration of first aid and quick evacuation for hospitalisation.

A critical element of the exercise was using a Turntable Ladder (TTL) by fire rescuers for critical search and rescue missions. The participants were also given hands-on training in using firefighting equipment and safety procedures during emergencies.

The day concluded with a debriefing session that reviewed the firefighting techniques and emergency evacuation procedures practised during the drill.

Md. Shaheen Iqbal, CFA, Additional Managing Director & Head of Wholesale Banking, said, “Drills like these play a crucial role in saving lives, and we conduct such exercises regularly across all our premises nationwide to ensure that our colleagues are always prepared. As a compliant and values-driven organisation, we adhere to all safety regulations related to fire safety and other emergencies.”

Major General Md. Amin Akbar (Retd.), Head of General Services, BRAC Bank, was present.

BRAC Bank is committed to health, safety, and overall well-being of its people. Through regular safety drills, ongoing training, and a focus on creating a secure work environment, the bank ensures that its employees are always ready to manage any emergency situation safely and effectively.            

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