A Preventive Awareness Event Held at Jizzakh Polytechnic Institute as Part of “Safe Use of Energy Resources Month”

A public awareness and preventive event was organised at Jizzakh Polytechnic Institute as part of “Safe Use of Energy Resources Month” to ensure the safe passage of the 2026–2027 autumn-winter season and protect the lives and safety of citizens.

The event was attended by Lieutenant Colonel B. Ikromov, an official of the Ministry of Emergency Situations; Colonel F. Dadabayev, Head of the Jizzakh Regional Department of Emergency Situations; Lieutenant Colonel A. Mustafoyev, Deputy Head of the Department for Preventive Activities; Lieutenant Colonel F. Raxmankulov, Head of the Jizzakh City Emergency Situations Division; G. Baratov, an employee of the city gas supply department; S. Eshbekova, First Vice-Rector for Youth Affairs and Spiritual and Educational Work at the institute; and students.

Particular attention was paid to preventing carbon monoxide poisoning, natural gas-air mixture explosions, fires and other emergencies during the autumn-winter season. Participants received guidance on the safe use of heating equipment and gas appliances, checking the proper functioning of chimneys, avoiding homemade and non-standard electrical and gas heating devices, and preventing excessive loads on electrical networks.

During the inspections, shortcomings posing risks to human life and health were identified in rented accommodation that did not meet fire and technical safety requirements. Measures were outlined to eliminate these deficiencies, with the possibility of terminating rental agreements if the violations were not addressed.

At the conclusion of the event, students and responsible staff were provided with practical recommendations and guidance on using certified heating appliances, installing smoke and gas detectors, and responding appropriately to emergencies.

This preventive event will help promote a culture of safe energy use, prevent emergencies that may arise during the autumn-winter season, and further strengthen students’ and responsible staff members’ knowledge of and commitment to safety.