14/11/20 - Annotated Summary (First Draft)
SINTEF. (2008). Elderly People Require Better Fire Prevention, Report Finds. ScienceDaily. https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2008/11/081117082237.htm
In this article,
SINTEF (2008) explained the potential fire protection measures that could be
taken to protect occupants in residential fires. A study was made on Norwegian
fire statistics and how the elderly were represented in those figures. The
results showed that in Norway, an average of 18 individuals aged 70 and above
fall victim to residential fires annually, with the number set to increase to
around 38 by 2050 without a fire protection campaign. To address this, the
article recommends the adoption of measures such as improved frequency of
electrical installation inspections, home fire alarms and stove guards. It is
further highlighted that if fire alarms were to be universally adopted, about 3
to 6 lives a year would be saved. This shows that residential fire safety can
be improved through the widespread adoption of fire protection measures.
This article also provides
useful information for our research project on the obstacles that challenge the
widespread adoption of fire protection measures. The argument against the adoption
of such measures is often cost, as touched on by the article. Highlighting the
financial savings “in terms of lives saved, fewer personal injuries and reduced
material damage,” to be seized may persuade people to think otherwise. Whilst
the research in the article was done in a Norwegian context, parallels can be
drawn between the ageing populations of Norway and Singapore. Consequently,
this article still provides relevant information on fire protection measures
that could be undertaken to protect occupants in residential fires, a specific focus of our research project.
Dear Angelo,
ReplyDeleteI like the language and technical terms used in this essay. I am also surprised by the facts presented, and can relate on why fire safety is important for our elderly family members! Thank you for this sharing!
Cheers,
JY
Здравствуйте Jin Yong,
DeleteYour comments are exactly what I had in mind when I chose this article. I believe that is an urgent problem in our ageing nation. Thank you for the kind words, tovarrische.
God save our grandparents! DEUS VULT!
С наилучшими пожеланиями,
Angelo
Dear Angelo,
ReplyDeleteThank you for this detailed summary on fire prevention for elderly. This summary provides a useful insight on the importance of fire alarms by providing statistics that support our research project.
I like how you start off by mentioning the situation that you are focusing on before giving statistics to support your point. Furthermore, you have also stated the reason why we should adopt your proposal before touching on the limitations.
Overall, I really enjoyed reading your summary.
Best regards,
Wei Ying
สวัสดีคับ Wei Ying,
DeleteThank you for your kind words, we will do a fine job of the technical report together.
Make Chan plusOne Great Again! #MAGA
ด้วยความเคารพรัก,
Angelo
Dear Angelo,
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing that the aging population are usually the victim to residential fires in Norway. I wholeheartedly agree that this also apply to all countries with an aging population. Fire protection measures are important in safeguarding the life of elderly and making sure that their safety are taken care of.
Overall, I enjoyed your annotated summary and it was an interesting read.
Cheers,
Louis :)
Kjære Louis,
DeleteI am pleased to hear that you agree with the need for fire protection for the elderly members of our society. We will make Singapore safe again :)
Vennlig hilsen,
Angelo
Dear Angelo,
ReplyDeleteThank you for sharing this summary. It gave me some insights on the safety of fire prevention for the elderly.
Overall, I enjoyed your annotated summary and it was a good read.
Yours sincerely,
Carely
Dear Carely,
DeleteThank you for the kind words, I am glad that you enjoyed reading my summary :)
Best regards,
Angelo
Dear Angelo,
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing such an insightful summary about your research project. It definitely did emphasized on the importance of installing fire alarms in household residences. It was a good read! :)
Best regards,
Zann