The Nigerian Institution of Safety Engineers

(NISafetyE)

CALL FOR PAPERS

The Nigerian Institution of Safety Engineers (NISafetyE) invites submissions for papers for the upcoming 2025 International Conference and AGM. The year's main theme is Fire Safety.

Conference Date: October 9 – 11, 2025

Venue: Ibadan, Oyo State

Call for Papers Period: February 24 – September 30, 2025

We welcome original research, case studies, and review papers that address the conference theme and the following sub-themes:

Conference Sub-themes

1

Built Environment and Fire Safety:

  1. Innovative Fire Safety Designs for Buildings
  2. Building Code Compliance and Fire Safety
  3. Safety Engineering in Buildings and Infrastructure
  4. Fire Safety in High-Rise and Complex Buildings

2

Sustainability and Fire Safety:

  1. Balancing Sustainable Development Goals with Fire Safety
  2. Fire Safety Challenges in Green Building Materials and Design
  3. Environmental Fire Safety in Sustainable Urban Planning
  4. Fire Resilient Materials, Sustainability and Efficiency

3

Tanker and Transportation Safety:

  1. Tanker Safety: Best Practice, Operations and Logistics
  2. Emergency Response to Tanker Accidents: Case Studies and Lessons Learned
  3. Advanced Technologies for Preventing Tanker and Road Mishaps
  4. Fire Protection Systems for Tanker Terminals and Pipelines

4

Explosives and Hazardous Material Safety:

  1. Advanced Techniques in Explosion and Fire Investigation
  2. Fire Prevention Lessons Learned from Industrial Explosions
  3. Modeling Fire Spread and Fire Dynamics in Complex Scenarios
  4. Explosive Storage, Impact of Explosions on Infrastructure and Human Safety

5

High-Profile and Emerging Topics:

  1. Data-Driven Fire Risk Assessment and Predictive Fire Safety
  2. Fire Safety in Smart Cities and IoT-Enabled Building Fire
  3. Privacy and Technology Integration for Fire Detection Risks and Management
  4. Responding Technologies for Critical Fire and Chemical Infrastructure

6

Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) and Agriculture Fire Safety:

  1. Fire Risk Management in FMCG Warehousing and Manufacturing
  2. Agricultural Fire Safety and Sustainable Farm Fire Safety Practices
  3. Mitigating Fire Hazards in Food Processing Facilities
  4. Fire Safety Standards for Packaging and Storing Agricultural Products

7

Fire Safety in Healthcare and Public Institutions:

  1. Comprehensive Risk Management in Hospitals and Healthcare Facilities
  2. Evacuation Strategies for Vulnerable Populations in Care Facilities
  3. Fire Safety in Educational and Public Buildings
  4. Emergency Protocols and Staff Training for Fire Prevention in Public Spaces

8

Emergency Response and Preparedness:

  1. Comprehensive Safety Training for First Responders
  2. Using Artificial Intelligence in Fire Incident Prevention and Response
  3. Community Preparedness for Urban and Wildfire Events
  4. Case Studies: Successful Emergency Management During Industrial Fire

9

Industrial and Process Safety:

  1. Fire Safety in Petrochemical Plants and Refineries
  2. Managing Fire Risks in Manufacturing and Processing Industries
  3. Designing Explosion-Proof Equipment for Industrial Applications

10

Fire Safety Culture and Awareness:

  1. Developing a Proactive Fire Safety Culture in Organizations
  2. Engaging Communities in Fire Safety Education and Awareness
  3. Behavioral Approaches to Reducing Fire Risks
  4. Training and Capacity Building for Fire Safety Professionals

11

Aviation and Aerospace:

  1. Fire Safety Innovations for Aircraft and Aviation
  2. Dealing with Lithium-Ion Battery Fires in Aviation
  3. Emergency Preparedness for Fires in Hangars and Maintenance Facilities
  4. Fire Suppression Systems for Aerospace Applications

12

Oil and Gas Industry:

  1. Fire Prevention in Offshore and Onshore Oil and Gas Facilities
  2. Advanced Firefighting Technologies for Oil Rigs
  3. Explosion Prevention in Oil and Gas Safety Practices and Innovations
  4. Fire Risk Assessment in Oil and Gas Supply Chain

13

Fire Safety in Power and Energy Sectors:

  1. Fire Safety in Solar and Wind Energy Systems
  2. Electrical Fire Hazards in Nuclear Power Plants
  3. Thermal Runaway in Energy Storage Systems: Detection and Prevention
  4. Fire Protection for Battery Storage and Hydro Power Stations

14

Construction and Highly Hazardous Environments:

  1. Fire Safety Strategies for Construction Sites
  2. Protection Workers in Highly Hazardous Environments
  3. Fire Prevention During Demolition and Renovation Projects
  4. Fire Protection Strategies for Critical Construction Infrastructure

15

Telecommunications Sector:

  1. Fire Safety Challenges in Data Centers and Telecommunications Infrastructure
  2. Protecting Fiber Optic and Network Infrastructure from Fire
  3. Fire Safety in Telecommunication Towers and Equipment Shelters
  4. Heat Dissipation and Fire Protection Systems for Telecom Facilities

16

Chemical and Fertilizer Industries:

  1. Fire Risk Assessment in Ammonium Nitrate Handling
  2. Prevention and Control of Fires in Chemical Storage and Processing
  3. Chemical Process Safety: Addressing Combustion and Flammability Risks
  4. Innovative Approaches to Mitigating Fire Risks in Fertilizer Production

17

Community and Public Safety:

  1. Public Fire Safety Education and Community Outreach
  2. Emergency Evacuation Planning for High-Density Urban Settlements
  3. Fire Safety for Marginalized and Vulnerable Communities

18

Fire Safety Technology and Innovations:

  1. Next-Generation Fire Detection and Suppression Systems
  2. Role of IoT in Real-Time Fire Monitoring and Control
  3. Smart Technology for Predicting and Preventing Fire Incidents
  4. Advances in Personal Protective Equipment for Firefighters

19

Policy, Regulations, and Standards:

  1. Harmonizing Global Fire Safety Standards
  2. Regulatory Compliance in High-Risk Environments
  3. Evaluating Current Fire Safety Legislation and Enforcement
  4. Fire Safety Policy Development and Implementation

20

Fire Safety Training and Leadership:

  1. Developing Effective Fire Safety Leadership in Organizations
  2. Enhancing Competency in Fire Safety Professionals
  3. Behavioral Insights into Fire Safety Awareness and Compliance

Submission Guidelines:

  • Abstracts: No more than 300 words.
  • Full Papers: Between 3,000 to 5,000 words, including references, tables, and figures.
  • Formatting: Use APA style for citations and references.
  • Language: All submissions must be in English.
  • Include a title, author(s) name(s), affiliation(s), and contact information.
  • Submissions must be original and not previously published.

Key Dates

Activity Date
Abstract Submission Deadline February 24 - September 30, 2025
Notification of Acceptance October 15, 2025
Full Paper Submission Deadline October 31, 2025

Benefits of Participation

  • Opportunity to present your work to a distinguished audience of professionals and policymakers.
  • Networking with industry leaders and fellow academics.
  • Contribution to advancing fire safety knowledge and practices globally.

How to Submit

Please submit your abstracts and full papers via email to conference2025@nisafetye.com with the subject line "NISafetyE 2025 Conference Paper Submission."

For inquiries, contact us at info@nisafetye.com

For more information, visit our website at www.nisafetye.com

We look forward to your valuable contributions to making this conference a success.

Hosted By:

NISafetyE Oyo State Chapter

Signed:

Engr. Dr. Kayode V. Fowode, CFIOSH, FHSE, FNISafetyE

National Vice Chairman I, NISafetyE

Date: January 23, 2025