Industries and construction firms have been urged on the need to use Firesafe Insulated Panels to safeguard lives and properties. They were also advised to make insurance a priority to serve as a guarantee to their staff and properties should any uncertainties occur. The call was made at a day’s workshop organized by Kingspan Izopoli at the Movenpick Hotel in Accra. Kingspan Izopoli, a Turkish company is a world leader in manufacture of Firesafe Insulated Sandwich Panels for the construction of cold stores, dairy plants, warehouses, airport hangers, prefabricated houses as well as residential and industrial roofing. Kingspan Izopoli panels are well noted for their firesafe property which enables it to withstand fires for up to four hours not emitting toxic fumes, giving occupants of a building ample time to evacuate and to salvage their properties. In an interview with Myjoyonline.com, the Country Manager of Kingspan Izopoli, Isaac Dedume said the main objective of the workshop was to educate and enlighten key stakeholders in the building and construction industries on the need to use firesafe insulated panels so as to curb the magnitude of damage to be caused in the event of a fire outbreak. He noted that it is about time key stakeholders in the Building and Construction industry are trained on the need to use fire resistant materials like Kingspan Izopoli panels which are self extinguishing and does not support fire spread, ensuring protection of lives and property. Mr. Dedume underscored the need for more education on fire safety and prevention at a time fire outbreaks has become a rampant phenomenon in the country. Touching on why industries and manufacturing companies must purchase Kingspan Izopoli products, the Country Manger stated that Kingspan Izopoli produces the best of long span firesafe panels on a continuous production line giving buildings rigidity and the ability to withstand harsh weather conditions. Furthermore, Kingspan Izopoli panels have been tested and approved by global certification boards FM and Loss Prevention Certification Board (LPCB) According to him, historical fire performance and insurance loss statistics relating to the use of Kingspan Isophenic Insulated Panels over the years has been excellent. “With respect to current fire regulations and the need to build passive fire protection into a structure, insulated isophenic panel systems are amongst proven building methods” he observed. Isaac Dedume added that Kingspan Izopoli panels are cost effective, more durable, hygienic, energy-efficient and environmentally friendly because they adapt to the circumstances of the changing era in the world economy. He charged government, industries and individuals to make fire prevention the number priority in their day to day activities. The workshop brought together Architects, Engineers, building contractors, insurance companies and various stakeholders to share ideas and find a lasting solution to the constant fire outbreaks in the country.