The Abu Dhabi Civil Defense Authority has announced its collaboration with the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) to develop an integrated fire prevention system in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi, in line with NFPA’s internationally recognized standards. This initiative is part of the Authority’s ongoing efforts to enhance sustainable safety and improve quality of life across the emirate.
The project aims to position Abu Dhabi as one of the world’s leading models in fire safety and prevention, while strengthening the strategic partnership between the Authority and NFPA in support of the emirate’s vision of a safe and sustainable society. It also seeks to promote shared government and community responsibility in fire prevention.
Brigadier General Salem Abdullah bin Barak Al Dhaheri, Director General of the Abu Dhabi Civil Defense Authority, said: “This strategic project is part of the Authority’s plan that adopts creativity and innovation as a pathway to achieving the highest levels of safety in the emirate, and to reinforcing its global competitiveness in the field of fire prevention. By embracing this forward-looking approach, the Authority is pioneering risk anticipation and the development of innovative preventive solutions that strengthen Abu Dhabi’s institutional reputation locally and internationally, and solidify its leadership as a global model in safety and civil protection.”
Lieutenant Colonel Dr. Mohammed Nasser Al Harthi, Project Director, explained that the initiative represents a qualitative leap in fire prevention at the emirate level. It contributes to building a sustainable preventive infrastructure, ensures facility readiness, and raises community awareness of safety standards in line with international best practices.
The Authority emphasized that this project marks a strategic step toward establishing a comprehensive and sustainable prevention system that supports Abu Dhabi’s objectives of protecting lives, property, and the environment, while further enhancing community quality of life.
