Batam International Airport (BIB) is setting the stage for crucial emergency response drills on 28 November 2023, encompassing both aircraft accidents and airport security threats.
BIB’s commitment to safety is exemplified in its comprehensive approach towards dealing with potential emergency situations, addressing various types of crises that might occur within the airport’s vicinity.
Senior Safety Manager Suginarno highlights the drills as joint actions, simulating air accidents, and broader security and safety measures at the airport.
The simulations aim to prepare for unexpected events, assessing the readiness of personnel, procedures, and facilities in emergency scenarios.
Scenarios include handling air accidents, managing security disruptions like hijacking, and bomb threats.
Key participants in these drills include emergency and security committee members from Hang Nadim Airport and relevant policymakers.
The role of a media center in disseminating accurate and credible information during crises, particularly to families via mass media, is emphasized.
For travelers, these preparedness drills at Batam International Airport are reassuring, indicating heightened safety and security measures. This proactive approach underscores the airport’s dedication to handling emergencies effectively, ensuring a safer travel environment for all.
Batam International Airport (BIB) announces emergency preparedness drills scheduled for 28 November 2023, encompassing aircraft accidents and security threats. These drills, involving a wide range of airport personnel and committees, underscore BIB’s commitment to safety and efficient crisis management, offering peace of mind to both Singaporean and international travelers.
