To enhance fire prevention and preparedness, Tropicana  Corporation Berhad (“Tropicana” or “Group”) recently conducted its annual fire drill exercise for  the safety and security of Tropicana HQ and all its employees and tenants on 25 November 2025.  A total of 750 occupants were led by 44 floor wardens and 1 fire marshal, to ensure everyone is  familiar with the building’s evacuation procedures, the emergency exits, and the designated  assembly point. The exercise involved the cooperation of 8 officers from Bomba & Rescue  Department, Damansara, and representatives from IOI Mall Damansara. This safety exercise,  together with Tropicana’s Health and Safety Framework, forms an integral part of the Group’s ESG  commitments, with a strong focus on employee well-being, safe working conditions, and  meaningful community engagement. 

Image above: Tropicana strengthens its fire preparedness with the Bomba & Rescue Department Damansara  team as well as the Occupational Safety and Health Administration ("OSHA") committee

Michelle Pow, Senior General Manager of Administration for Tropicana, thanked the Bomba team  as well as the Occupational Safety and Health Administration ("OSHA") committee for conducting  the exercise and emphasised the importance of holding such drills at least once a year. “These  exercises are essential for testing the building’s emergency systems, fire equipment, and staff  readiness. It also prepares employees for real emergencies by practicing evacuation procedures,  reducing panic, and minimising response times. With the help of 8 officers from the Bomba &  Rescue Department Damansara, this initiative also gave us a chance to engage them to review our safety plans and route, ensuring an effective response time during an emergency. Tropicana  is also equipped with an AED unit, a first aid kit, a wheelchair, a stretch bed, and a sick bay. All 44  floor wardens and the fire marshal also received the necessary training.”

Mohd Shahir Bin Aziz, Operations Officer of Bomba & Rescue Department Damansara, who led  the fire drill, shared his positive feedback, “There was great cooperation from Tropicana and our  appointed floor wardens and fire marshal today. This fire drill exercise went smoothly, and we’re  proud to have provided support and shared safety tips to drive continuous improvements.” 

The exercise simulated an uncontrollable fire scenario where an immediate evacuation was  initiated. Floor wardens activated emergency procedures, guiding all staff down the stairwells to  a designated safe zone. The scenario also included one simulated casualty who was safely  transported using an evacuation wheelchair, treated at the assembly point, and prepared for  transfer to the nearest hospital.  

Tropicana will continue to improve its safety and security measures for its employees’ and  tenants' well-being. For more information about the fire drill and the exercise, visit  www.dosh.gov.my/en/. 

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