Bahrain holds earthquake safety training session

As part of Bahrain World Trade Center’s (BWTC) continuous efforts to boost emergency preparedness and augment safety and security measures at the Kingdom’s iconic tower, an Earthquake Safety Training session was held at the Sheraton Hotel on 26th May 2013. The training session, which is the first of its kind to be held for high-rise buildings in the Kingdom of Bahrain was attended by more than 45 representatives from the BWTC tenants and aimed to increase awareness about the importance of disaster preparedness. The one-day training was conducted by Wail Alajlan, General Manager of Top Safety Strategy Solutions (TSSS) in two sessions and participants were awarded certificates upon completion. As part of the training session, the participants received valuable guidelines on how to identify potential hazards, how to create a Disaster Action Plan, and work with readiness to handle the situation. In addition, the training also focused on actions to be taken before, during and after an earthquake. Tenants were shown how to connect, engage and learn lifesaving activities that can be taken to remain safe in emergencies. The BWTC is a mixed use development in the Kingdom of Bahrain that houses state-of-the-art towers designed for commercial use. It is also at the forefront of sustainable development in the Kingdom with the first ever integrated wind turbine power generating capability. The imposing structure stands as an iconic landmark representing Bahrain’s commitment as an emerging country to the concept of environmental sustainability, alongside national prosperity. In addition, to offering an exceptional opportunity for connectivity with the global business community, BWTC combines the essential elements of business and leisure with cutting-edge corporate offices and social amenities which includes the Kingdom’s ultra-modern shopping destination. MODA Mall is a high-end shopping mall, offering a veritable who’s who of the global fashion community. Visitors to the Mall are presented with a choice of about 160 designer brand name boutiques previously unattainable in the Kingdom of Bahrain; including De Beers, Dior, Hermes, Louis Vuitton, and Versace. Other facilities housed at the mixed-use development is the state-of-the-art, international health club Fitness First, and a range of casual and fine dining restaurants, including, Abd El Wahab, BiCE Ristorante, Espressamente Illy Café and Maki. Offering a 1,700 space car park shared with the adjoining Bahrain World Trade Center, MODA Mall is open all days of the week from 10 a.m. till 10 p.m. Brand conscious shoppers can enjoy the free car parking facility as MODA Mall offers complimentary car parking for the first two hours. After the allotted time, customers can continue to enjoy unlimited free parking by submitting their purchase receipt of BD 10/- and above (from any of MODA Mall outlets) as a FREE exit pass to the parking cashier.