The Public Works Department (PWD) is set to conduct comprehensive fire and electrical safety audits at several government hospitals in southwest Delhi to bolster critical healthcare infrastructure. The initiative aims to identify and mitigate potential hazards, ensuring compliance with national safety standards.
Hospitals Identified for Audits
Facilities earmarked for the audits include Guru Gobind Singh Government Hospital in Raghubir Nagar, Acharya Shree Bhikshu Government Hospital in Moti Nagar, Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Hospital and its residential complex in Hari Nagar, Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Hospital in Patel Nagar, Pt Madan Mohan Malviya Hospital in Malviya Nagar, Dr BR Sur Homoeopathic Medical College and Hospital in Nanakpura, Ambedkar Nagar Hospital, and Nehru Homoeopathic Medical College and Hospital in Defence Colony. Additionally, several dispensaries and allied units will also be covered.
Electrical Safety Audit Details
The electrical safety audit will assess the safety, reliability, and compliance of all electrical installations. It will focus on identifying hazards and evaluating systems against national benchmarks, including the Indian Electricity Rules, Central Electricity Authority regulations, and the National Building Code (NBC). The inspection will cover electrical panels, switchgear, transformers, diesel generator sets, wiring, earthing networks, and load distribution. Thermal imaging will be used to detect overheating issues. Compliance documents, maintenance records, and safety protocols will also be reviewed to identify potential gaps.
Fire Safety Audit Details
The fire safety audit will examine potential fire hazards, evaluate existing prevention and suppression systems, and recommend improvements in line with applicable codes. This includes inspecting fire extinguishers, hydrants, alarms, evacuation routes, passive fire protection systems, and emergency response preparedness. Compliance with NBC and Indian Standards will be verified.
Compliance Review and Recommendations
The exercise will also include a compliance review of fire no-objection certificate (NOC) status, implementation of past audit recommendations, adequacy of signage, and escape route mapping. The findings will guide corrective actions to enhance safety at these critical healthcare facilities.
