Fire safety in hospitals and healthcare facilities is essential because patients may have limited mobility and require assistance during emergencies. Common fire hazards include faulty electrical equipment, overloaded sockets, oxygen-enriched environments, cooking appliances, and the improper storage of flammable materials. Hospitals should maintain fire detection and alarm systems, suitable firefighting equipment, protected escape routes, and fire-resistant compartmentation. Oxygen cylinders and medical gas systems must be handled and stored according to applicable safety requirements, away from ignition sources and combustible materials.

Hospital management should provide regular fire safety training to doctors, nurses, support staff, and maintenance teams. Emergency plans must explain how to raise alarms, isolate hazards when safe, and move patients to designated safe areas. Regular inspections and evacuation drills should account for patients who need wheelchairs, stretchers, or additional assistance. Effective fire prevention, well-maintained safety systems, and coordinated emergency procedures help protect patients, healthcare workers, visitors, and critical medical services.