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‘Empowering Hospitality’ raises awareness on safety compliance, pest mgmt
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Wednesday, 10 July, 2024, 08 : 00 AM [IST]
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Our Bureau, Mumbai
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The Hotel And Restaurant Association (Western India) – HRAWI successfully convened a transformative conclave titled 'Empowering Hospitality' on June 21, 2024. Held at The Grand Bhagwati in Ahmedabad, the event saw industry stalwarts gather to explore critical facets of hospitality excellence.
The event delved into the heart of hospitality excellence and featured discussions on the opportunities and challenges in FSSAI compliance, pest management in the food industry and, fire safety for the hospitality industry.
The conclave hosted Nalinkumar Chaudhary, director, Gujarat State Fire Prevention Services, Gandhinagar, as the chief guest for the occasion. Distinguished speakers, Hemant Khadse, CEO of East Corp Group; Dr V Pasupathy, food safety expert & founder, Parikshan FSS Pvt Ltd, and M Arunkumar, managing director, Envu India, shared valuable insights on the topics for the day.
“As we embark on this journey of empowering hospitality, it is crucial to reaffirm our commitment to safe and honourable tourism. Our industry has pledged to ensure that our offerings align with the mission of providing the safest experiences to our guests, demonstrating to the Government that we operate in an organised and secure environment. This event is a testament to our dedication to advancing industry standards and ensuring the highest levels of safety and quality for our guests. Today, we stand on the cusp of phenomenal growth, fuelled by a surge in domestic travel and the Government’s renewed focus on tourism. Our mission aligns with the Prime Minister’s vision of welcoming 100 million foreign tourists and achieving a US$3 trillion tourism economy by 2047. To meet these ambitious goals, we must ensure that our growth is accompanied by stringent safety measures, particularly in food and fire safety,” said Pradeep Shetty, president, HRAWI.
Addressing critical aspects of fire safety strategies for hospitality, Chaudhary accompanied by Khadse, delved into multifaceted dimensions including fire safety risk assessments, the ramifications of codes and compliances, implementation of passive fire safety measures, meticulous egress planning and the imperative of fire & life safety audits and preventive strategies.
“Fire safety in hotels and restaurants is of paramount importance today. It is my prime duty to inform you about the sensitivity and importance of fire safety within the hospitality industry. We discuss critical aspects and requirements, including an overview of hazards, the fire safety approval process and the importance of verification, certification and renewal by the fire department. Effective fire prevention and protection involve education, code enforcement, and engineering. Adhering to safety codes and maintaining compliance through regular training and equipment updates are essential. Our streamlined process for obtaining and renewing fire safety certificates ensures continuous safety and compliance, ultimately saving time and money while enhancing the safety of guests and staff,” said Chaudhary.
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