Oman's PACDA issues free e-books on public safety and evacuation

Muscat: Arabic and English readers in Oman will be able to know more about preventive measures during storms and fire, tips about home safety and ways to stay safe during camping trips, thanks to a new e-book issued by the Public Authority for Civil Defence and Ambulance (PACDA).
The authority announced the release of two new books, Public Safety and Evacuation on Friday. Both can be downloaded for free.
The book, Public Safety, has five chapters and includes tips on how to keep children safe from any undesired contact with electricity and water in kitchens and swimming pools.
The book also provides guidelines on the usage of fire extinguishers and blankets.
What does one do while driving in rain? How to save someone drowning? Why is first-aid kit important? What should parents do to make their homes safe for children? Answers to all these questions can be found in the book. The second book highlights what must be done during accidents and crisis. The book, Evacuation, contains instructions on carrying out successful evacuation, and explains the role of rescue teams.
“This training will help enhance the readiness and efficiency of the parties involved in this process,” the book’s introduction reads. PACDA has 20 downloadable books and guidelines on its official website.
The latest two have been issued in Arabic and English to reach locals and expatriates, who hailed PACDA’s new initiative on social media.