The Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) has announced the commencement of a nationwide vehicle fire extinguisher compliance exercise, set to begin on December 18, 2025.
This initiative aims to ensure that every vehicle on Ghana’s roads is equipped with a functional, easily accessible, and GNFS-certified or embossed portable fire extinguisher.
The operation will be led by the GNFS Fire Safety Compliance Taskforce, in collaboration with key stakeholders including the National Road Safety Authority (NRSA) and the Ghana Police Service’s Motor Traffic and Transport Department (MTTD).
The Taskforce, a dedicated unit within the GNFS, has been mandated to:
- Conduct on-the-spot fire safety checks on vehicles;
- Issue GNFS certification tags for effective extinguishers;
- Provide technical guidance on proper extinguisher use and compliance with the Ghana National Fire Service Act, 1997 (Act 537), specifically under section 4(c).
As part of this nationwide exercise, the GNFS will work closely with transport unions and associations to create awareness among drivers and vehicle owners. Key actions required of vehicle owners include:
- Procuring and carrying at least one GNFS-certified fire extinguisher;
- Ensuring extinguishers are serviceable by checking the pressure gauge, expiry date, and tamper seal;
- Mounting extinguishers securely in vehicles for easy accessibility;
- Undergoing training on the safe use of certified extinguishers
- Keeping additional safety essentials such as a warning triangle and a first-aid kit in the vehicle.
The GNFS urges full cooperation from all drivers, commercial transport operators, and the general public to ensure a successful and impactful compliance campaign.
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