MOVE TOWARDS GREATER FIRE SAFETY: The launch of a new government lab where construction products and building materials will have to be tested for fire resistance in Dubai augurs well for residents of the city. Emirates Safety Laboratory, which will conduct the tests, will also provide the necessary certifications. What’s more, the solutions of this first-of-its-kind lab are smart and will set a new benchmark for fire safety not only in the UAE, but also across the region. [COMMENT BY: Sharmila Dhal, UAE Editor]
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