Bangladesh Bank has directed all commercial banks to bolster fire safety measures as a precaution following recent fire incidents causing extensive damage to lives, assets, and critical documents. The central bank's Banking Regulation and Policy Department issued a notification on Tuesday outlining the necessary steps banks must take to ensure fire safety. It instructed banks to verify and implement effective fire detection systems, including smoke and heat detection mechanisms, as well as fire alarms and extinguishing systems, to prevent fire hazards. It further mandated the installation of smoke and heat detection systems and fire alarms in all bank facilities. The instructions also highlighted the importance of implementing special security measures in sensitive areas, such as server rooms and key IT departments at headquarters.

Source: bd News24 December 31, 2024 16:00 UTC