Fire Prevention and Fighting: The “Shield” Safeguarding Safety in Residential Buildings

In densely populated residential communities and high-rise apartment buildings, even a minor incident can escalate into a major disaster.

When Incidents Arise from Everyday Habits

In the early morning of May 14, a fire broke out at a supermarket located on the ground floor of the Vinh Phuc residential complex in Ngoc Ha Ward, Hanoi, causing concern among local residents. Earlier, another fire at an apartment on the 16th floor of a residential tower on Nguyen Huu Canh Street in Ho Chi Minh City forced hundreds of residents to evacuate urgently. Fortunately, both incidents were brought under control promptly, resulting in no significant casualties.

According to experts, most residential fires today stem from familiar causes associated with daily living, such as electrical short circuits, overloaded electrical systems, or the careless charging of electronic devices on sofas, mattresses, or in enclosed spaces for extended periods.

Mr. Vu Cong Hoi, Director of the Technical Division at TN Property Management (TNPM), believes that ensuring safety in residential developments requires two critical factors to work in parallel: residents’ awareness and a fire protection system that remains fully operational at all times.

“Residents’ awareness plays a crucial role. Many incidents originate from habits such as leaving devices charging overnight, placing heat-generating equipment on flammable materials, or operating multiple high-power appliances simultaneously,” Mr. Hoi explained.

According to him, in addition to public awareness campaigns conducted by authorities, regular reminders and guidance from property management teams are essential in fostering safe living habits within residential communities.

Fire protection systems must be inspected regularly to ensure operational readiness.

Alongside the human factor, fire protection systems must be maintained in a constant state of readiness through routine inspections, maintenance, and equipment replacement. In reality, components can deteriorate over time, with valves becoming stuck, pumps failing to operate, or smoke detectors accumulating dust and triggering false alarms if not inspected regularly.

“Fire protection systems spend most of their time in standby mode, yet they cannot afford a single failure when an emergency occurs,” Mr. Hoi emphasized.

In his view, the greatest risk is not necessarily the occurrence of a fire itself, but rather a situation where the fire protection system fails to function properly or residents lack the skills to respond effectively during the initial stages of an incident.

Professional Property Management – A Protective Shield for Residential Buildings

In large urban developments where population density continues to increase, safety depends heavily on the operational capabilities of property management teams.

At Goldmark City, for example, the fire protection system is maintained through daily inspections, operational log records, and regular emergency drills for both management personnel and residents. As a result, on-site teams are equipped to respond quickly, support incident management, and facilitate timely evacuations when necessary.

This approach is also implemented by TNPM across Goldmark City and many other residential developments under its management.

With experience managing tens of thousands of residential units, TNPM identifies fire prevention and fighting (FPF) as one of the core priorities of property management operations. Standardized operational procedures not only help minimize risks but also contribute to maintaining a safe, stable living environment and enhancing residents’ peace of mind.

Fire prevention and fighting systems at properties managed by TNPM are regularly inspected and closely monitored

Today, TNPM is recognized as one of Vietnam’s leading domestic property management companies. With more than a decade of experience, the company has earned a strong reputation for professionalism, consistent service quality, and operational flexibility.

Supported by the ecosystem of its parent company, ROX Key, and the long-term foundation of ROX Group, TNPM is capable of delivering integrated services, including multi-layer security solutions enhanced by surveillance technology, industrial cleaning services, landscape maintenance, and environmental management systems. Together, these services contribute to sustaining safe and sustainable living environments across urban developments.

In 2026, ROX Group marks its 30th anniversary under the theme “Creating Value – Reaching Further,” reaffirming its commitment to enhancing quality of life and creating sustainable value. As part of this journey, TNPM continues to contribute by translating modern living standards into reality through standardized operations, service excellence, and the creation of safer residential communities.

As urbanization accelerates and residential density continues to rise, expectations regarding safety and operational quality in apartment developments are becoming increasingly stringent. Fire prevention and fighting is therefore no longer merely a mandatory technical requirement; it has become an integral component of maintaining safe, stable, and sustainable living environments.

For property management companies, the ability to control risks, maintain system reliability, and respond effectively to emergencies is increasingly becoming a key benchmark of service quality and operational excellence.