Loss Incidence Report Sridhar N

Name of the Unit: Amara Raja group, Chittoor.

Industry/Occupancy: Battery Unit.
Type of Loss: Fire.
Source of Information : https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/andhra-pradesh/Major-fire-in-Amara-Raja-group-unit-near-
Chittoor/article17076000.ece
Date & Time of Loss: January 22nd, 2017 & 01:29 IST.
Reported Loss: No Causalities.
Quantum of Loss: Rs.20 Crore.

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Fire Fighting Challenges:

1. The Fire Spread to the all blocks.

2. The smoke engulfs Quickly entire blocks.
3. 04 fire tenders are fought four hours to douse the flames.

Probable Cause of Loss: Short Circuit.

Preventive Measures:
1. Fire extinguishers should be installed as per IS 2190:1992.
2. Electrical cables should be properly installed through cable trays and steel conduits as per IS 732(1989).
3. Electrical inspection should be done at regular intervals.
4. Smoke Detection sensor with addressable smoke alarm panel should be installed in the security room and follow IS 2189(2008).
5. Wiring and installations should comply with NFPA 70.
6. Combustible materials should not be stored close to electrical panels and switch boxes.
7. General storage practice has to be followed as per NFPA 1.
8. Sprinkler system should be installed as per NFPA 13.
9. Fire Hydrant system with adequate water capacity should be maintained as per IS 3844.
10. CCTV cameras should be installed in the premises to monitor suspicious activities.
11.Follow the National Building Code(NBC).
12.Fire Evacuation plan & Fire Escape points should be displayed and Emergency lights to be provided in all exit points.
13.Emergency exit should be free from blockage & Fire Door Should be installed in all floor.
14. Fire Sealing has to be done for cables passing from one section to another section.