The subway is the preferred mode of transportation for citizens
There is a lot of traffic
Fire safety is important
How much do you know about the fire fighting facilities in the subway
Do you know what to do in the event of a fire?
Today
Follow the track to learn about the common sense of subway fire safety
It is strictly forbidden to bring flammable and explosive materials into the station
The subway station has a large number of passengers and dense crowds, so please consciously accept the safety check when taking the subway. Please refer to the following "List of Prohibited and Restricted Items". There are prohibited items at the entrance and exit of the station and at the security checkpoint!
Let's take a look
Key equipment for rail firefighting
01
Fire automatic
Alarm system
(FireAlarm System, FAS) is the "nervous system" of fire safety in stations. When a fire occurs, the alarm detection device (smoke detector, temperature detector) of the station can send the fire information to the host of the automatic fire alarm system in real time and effectively, and the host will send the fire information to the control center at all levels, and deal with the relevant equipment in linkage.
02
Miniature fire station
There are firefighting helmets, firefighting and rescue fluorescent vests, firefighting gloves, firesafety belts, firefighters' firefighting protective boots, positive pressure firefighting air breathing apparatus, wearable explosion-proof lights, filtering air breathing apparatus, firefighting waist axes, firefighting clothing, etc. In the event of a fire, the staff will dress up and extinguish the fire as soon as possible.
03
Temperature detectors
and smoke detectors
It is distributed at entrances and exits, station halls and platforms. The temperature detector mainly uses the thermal element to detect the temperature rise and change of the surrounding environment to convey the fire signal, while the smoke detector transmits the fire information by detecting the smoke concentration, and will send an alarm signal if it finds an abnormality. Please refrain from smoking in the station or in the trains!
04
fire extinguisher
A common fire extinguishing device that can be used to extinguish an initial fire. Different types of fire extinguishers are suitable for different types of fires, such as dry powder fire extinguishers are suitable for extinguishing general solid material fires, carbon dioxide fire extinguishers are suitable for extinguishing electrical equipment fires, etc.
05
fire hydrant
Fire hydrants are also set up in the station passages, station halls, and platforms, which store fire fighting equipment such as water guns, hoses, and fire extinguishers.
06
Fire alarm device
There is a fire alarm device next to the fire hydrant, which can be alarmed with one button when a fire emergency occurs.
07
Security Identification
and evacuation signs
These signs and signage can guide passengers to quickly find exits and evacuate safely in the event of an emergency.
08
Compartment fire extinguisher
There is also a fire extinguisher under the seat in each carriage, which can be used to extinguish the fire in the event of a fire in the carriage.
Together, these devices form a strong line of defense for the miniature fire stations of metro stations, and their presence and correct use are essential to ensure the safety of passengers. At the same time, the station will also regularly inspect and maintain these equipment to ensure that it is always in good working order.
After understanding the fire protection facilities of subway stations and trains, what should you do if you encounter a fire when taking the subway?
When a fire breaks out inside the station
What should we do?
In the event of a fire at a station, don't panic and try to stay calm. The staff should be notified or the emergency rescue number should be called to the police as soon as possible. Follow the instructions of the station staff, stay calm, avoid panic and crowding, do not use the elevator, and give priority to stairs for evacuation. Follow the direction indicated by the evacuation signs. Avoid approaching areas where fire is severe. Do not leave without permission and wait for instructions from the staff.
When a fire breaks out on a train
What should we do?
In case of fire on the train, please keep calm, do not panic, do not run crowded, stay away from the fire, and at the same time use the passenger emergency alarm button on the train to explain the fire situation to the train staff, follow the guidance of the staff, evacuate in an orderly manner, and pay attention to the safety of your feet, if there is smoke, please move forward in a low profile, try to get close to the ground, cover your mouth and nose with wet towels or clothes to reduce the inhalation of smoke, once you evacuate the fire area, do not blindly return to the carriage to find the items left behind, to ensure your own safety.
At the same time, Hefei Railway regularly carries out fire drills and fire safety competitions to strengthen the safety awareness of employees and improve the emergency response level of front-line employees.
Fire safety cannot be ignored, and safe travel requires everyone's joint efforts.
Tips: If you need help in any situation during your trip, please contact the staff in time or call the service supervision hotline 0551-62076666. We're here for as long as you need.
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Source | Hefei Rail Transit Audit | Zhu Chenchen Editor-in-charge| Wu Yaxiaoyue Edited | Qi Lidong platform construction and technical support | Anhui New Media Group