The Faculty of Computer Science, Universitas Brawijaya (FILKOM UB) held a Training on the Use of Light Fire Extinguishers (APAR) on Thursday (4/17/2025). The activity, which included theory and practice, was carried out at the Heuristic Mini Theater, Building A and at the Edutech Park, in front of Building F, FILKOM UB. The activity was opened by the Dean of FILKOM UB, Prof. Ir. Wayan Firdaus Mahmudy, S.Si., MT., PhD. On this occasion, Prof. Wayan said that this training was part of a preventive effort to minimize the risk and impact of fires in the campus environment, especially in laboratory areas and rooms that are vulnerable to electrical short circuits.
“It must be ensured that all academics and officers on the front lines understand how APAR works and uses it correctly,” said Prof. Wayan.
The activity was also attended by the Vice Dean for Academic Affairs, Dr.Eng. Ir. Herman Tolle, S.T., M.T., Vice Dean for General Affairs, Finance, and Resources, Ir. Agus Wahyu Widodo, ST., M.Cs., Vice Dean for Student Affairs, Alumni, and Student Entrepreneurship, Drs. Muh. Arif Rahman, M.Kom., Head of General Affairs and Equipment, Virga Mula Rantau S.Kom., M.M., education staff as well as building guards and cleaning services participated in this activity.
This training was held in collaboration with a professional team from CV. DYWANTARA KARYATAMA, which provided theories on types of fires and classification of APAR according to their designation, types of APAR Dry Chemical Powder and APAR Carbon Dioxide (CO2). Dedi Eko from CV Dywantara Karya Tama, as a resource person explained that short circuits are caused by electric current flowing through an inappropriate path, resulting in a short circuit that has the potential to cause sparks, damage to electrical equipment, and even fire.
“APAR CO2 and dry chemical powder are very suitable for electrical fires (class C) because carbon dioxide gas is a non-conductor of electricity and does not leave residue, so it is safe to use on electronic equipment and electrical panels without damaging them,” explained Dedi.
Virga said that the training on the use of APAR is also part of the effort to implement the Occupational Health and Safety (K3) aspects in educational institutions, especially at FILKOM UB.
“This training is to help create a safe working and learning environment, reduce the risk of accidents and fire hazards that can threaten human health and safety,” concluded Virga
After the material was completed, participants were invited to do a live fire extinguishing simulation using APAR in front of Edutech Park. The participants seemed enthusiastic in following the training, especially in the practical session where they were given the opportunity to extinguish fires directly with the correct techniques. With the implementation of this activity, FILKOM UB hopes that the entire academic community has knowledge in handling initial fires and is able to contribute to creating a safe and disaster-responsive campus environment. (sdm/nas/rr/UB PR/ Trans. Iir)
