16/06/2026
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On the second day of classes, June 9, 2026, the school conducted a fire drill to enhance emergency preparedness and educate students, faculty, and staff on appropriate response procedures during a fire incident. Calamba Doctorsโ College ensures the defensive measures of their people by strengthening their knowledge and promoting scientific understanding regarding fire safety. The drill lecture was led by FO2 Elvin R. Mabanes from the Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP) of Calamba City Fire Station. He discussed the chemistry of combustion, breaking of chemical reaction, various classes of fire, and types of fire extinguisher.
The fire drill began with a simple introduction on how combustion occurs due to a chemical reaction by the three elements of fire or the โfire triangleโ. It consists of enough heat in order for the temperature to rise to its ignition point, 16% of oxygen to sustain combustion, and any possible material that is capable of burning as fuel. The fires were also classified into five; Class A, B, C, D, and K. In the discussion, Class A fires involve ordinary combustible materials such as wood and clothes. Class B fires are caused by flammable liquids like gasoline, oil, and paint. Class C fires are due to electrical energized equipment and Class D fires are induced by combustible metals like aluminum, sodium, and magnesium. Lastly, Class K fires occur in kitchens and cooking environments usually caused by cooking oils and fats.
As the orientation progressed, FO2 Mabanes identified the designated fire exits around the building and explained the proper evacuation procedures to be followed in emergency situations. He discussed the different causes of fire such as electrical malfunction, improper handling of flammable materials, unattended cooking, faulty wiring, overloaded electrical outlets, gas leaks, careless disposal of cigarette butts, misuse of candles and open flames, overheating appliances, and failure to follow fire safety procedures. โAs long as heat, fire, and oxygen are present and react with each other, it will cause a possible combustion.โ FO2 Elvin R. Mabanes said. He also explained the proper process in safety measures within school grounds to prevent further incidents and protect from possible respiratory diseases caused by smoke or carbon monoxide poisoning due to toxic smoke. The AREAHAโAlarm, Response, Evacuate, Assemble, Headcount, and Evaluateโa procedure that was discussed and should be followed by staff and students when facing an emergency fire incident.
The seminar highlighted the multiple types of fire extinguishers in order to distinguish which is suitable to use depending on the class of fire. First is the water fire extinguisher, which is commonly used for ordinary materials such as paper, wood, and cloth. The foam fire extinguisher was discussed as an effective option for fires involving flammable liquids. The dry chemical powder extinguisher was presented as a type that can be used for various classes of fire, including those involving electrical equipment. The carbon dioxide (COโ) fire extinguisher was identified as suitable for electrical fires and flammable liquids. Afterwards, Mabanes introduced the PASS method โPull, Aim, Squeeze, and Sweepโwhich is the standard technique in using the dry chemical or powdered type extinguisher. They encouraged students to participate in their drill by asking questions for interactions and to illustrate specific life-saving techniques such as stop, drop, and roll if your clothing catches on fire.
Following the lecture, the pupils and staff members conducted a fire drill simulation to test the schoolโs readiness in case of an actual emergency. As the students lined up, they cautiously went downstairs to evacuate into the designated evacuation area of the school within the guidance of emergency personnel and faculty staff. A physical demonstration on how to properly use the ABC powder type fire extinguisher by Cadocians was held at the evacuated area with the guidance of BFP officers.
The conduct of the fire drill was a success by combining learning and experience at the same time to promote safety, preparedness, and responsible behavior among every Cadocian.
Article: Cyrille Ribo
Layout: Katrina Shane Once
Captures: Kris Villacorta
