Pilmico’s Fire Brigade Team, consisting of fourteen Tarlac-based team members, including QSHEP, Feedmill Engineering, and Supply Chain, participated in the Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP) Tarlac’s Annual Provincial Fire Olympics last April 3, 2024.
Held at the BFP Provincial Office in Tarlac City, the team competed in various categories and won three awards in various categories, including Rescue and Transfer Relay, Fire Extinguishment, and Combination of Busted Hose and Up-the-Ladder categories.
The Fire Brigade Team exhibited their exceptional skills in firefighting. Their achievements reflect their commitment to ensuring safety and fire emergency preparedness. Above all, their collective strengths and efforts exemplify the Aboitiz value of teamwork.
Fuente expressed his pride in the team’s accomplishments.
“Pilmico’s Fire Brigade Team’s hard work, dedication, and exemplary teamwork have led to this remarkable achievement. Their achievement in the Provincial Fire Olympics is a testament to their exceptional abilities and the values each team member upholds. Pilmico Tarlac will continue to strive for excellence and make a positive difference in our community,” he said.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does fire safety training connect to Pilmico Tarlac’s broader commitment to community impact?
Plant management emphasized that excellence in fire safety goes hand in hand with contributing positively to the local community. A well-trained fire brigade protects the company’s workforce but also reduces risks for the surrounding areas and demonstrates responsible industrial citizenship within Tarlac City and its neighboring communities.
Which specific award categories did Pilmico’s Fire Brigade Team win at the 2024 Tarlac Provincial Fire Olympics?
The team won three awards in the Industrial categories: Rescue and Transfer Relay, Fire Extinguishment, and Combination of Busted Hose and Up-the-Ladder. The competition was held on April 3, 2024 at the BFP Provincial Office in Tarlac City.
Who made up Pilmico’s Fire Brigade Team, and which departments did they come from?
The team consisted of fourteen Tarlac-based members drawn from the QSHEP (Quality, Safety, Health, Environment, and Process), Feedmill Engineering, and Supply Chain departments. Their cross-departmental composition highlights the company’s integrated approach to workplace safety preparedness.
How do the Fire Brigade Team’s achievements at the Provincial Fire Olympics reflect Pilmico’s values?
Beyond technical skill, the team’s collective performance was cited as an expression of the Aboitiz core value of teamwork. The wins demonstrate that safety preparedness is not just a compliance requirement but a source of organizational pride and a shared commitment to protecting both employees and the surrounding community.
What was the significance of competing in an officially organized BFP event rather than internal fire drills?
Participating in the Bureau of Fire Protection Tarlac’s Annual Provincial Fire Olympics placed Pilmico’s team in direct competition with other industrial establishments in the province. Winning three categories against external competitors validates the real-world readiness of the team’s firefighting capabilities beyond internal benchmarks.
