Patiala News:Exposure Visit and Mock Drill on Chlorination Safety and Fire Safety Successfully Conducted at Pabra Surface Water Project, Patiala

An Exposure Visit-cum-Mock Drill on Chlorination Safety and Fire Safety was successfully conducted at the Pabra Surface Water Project, (Ghanour) Patiala, on 16 October 2026. The programme was organised to enhance safety awareness, strengthen emergency preparedness, and promote the adoption of good safety practices at Surface Water Treatment Plant (WTP) sites across Punjab.

The programme commenced with a welcome address by Sh. Sarbjit Singh, Executive Engineer (SES) and Senior Environment Specialist, who emphasised the importance of workplace safety, preventive measures, and preparedness to handle emergencies at Water Treatment Plant sites.

The programme was attended by Sub-Divisional Engineers (SDEs), Junior Engineers (JEs), and Project Managers associated with Surface Water Projects from across Punjab.

The fire safety mock drill was conducted by Sh. Raman Kumar from the Department of Fire Services, Punjab, who demonstrated fire emergency response procedures and the safe use of firefighting equipment. The session on chlorination safety was conducted by a resource person from Bodal Chemicals Ltd., who explained the safe handling and storage of chlorine, preventive measures, precautions against chlorine leakage, and emergency response procedures.

The practical demonstrations provided valuable hands-on exposure to the participants and enhanced their understanding of fire prevention, chlorine leak management, occupational safety, and emergency response at Water Treatment Plant sites.

The programme was successfully conducted through the dedicated efforts and effective coordination of the divisional-level officers and the team of M/s KNK Pvt. Ltd. Their contribution in making the necessary arrangements and facilitating the practical sessions played an important role in the successful completion of the programme.

The initiative reflects the Department’s commitment to strengthening environmental safeguards, ensuring the safety of personnel, and promoting a culture of safety and emergency preparedness at Surface Water Treatment Plant sites across Punjab.