SHARJAH // A partial fire evacuation drill was successfully completed in the new Al Dhaid hospital in Sharjah.
The drill was performed in cooperation and coordination between the Central Region Police Department (operations section), the Central Operations Department at Sharjah Police, Al Dhaid’s Civil Defence station and the New Al Dhaid Hospital.
Around 90 people were evacuated, including hospital staff and doctors, technicians, workers and customers.
Two people, simulating medium to serious injuries, were rescued as part of the drill.
The drill started at 10.30am when the alarm went off in the building, smoke detectors located a simulated fire in the hospital’s kitchen and surrounding areas.
Upon receiving a report, police, ambulance, rescue and civil defence vehicles arrived at the scene.
Firefighters then entered the building to evacuate it and rescue anyone trapped or injured.
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Credit Score explained
What is a credit score?
In the UAE your credit score is a number generated by the Al Etihad Credit Bureau (AECB), which represents your credit worthiness – in other words, your risk of defaulting on any debt repayments. In this country, the number is between 300 and 900. A low score indicates a higher risk of default, while a high score indicates you are a lower risk.
Why is it important?
Financial institutions will use it to decide whether or not you are a credit risk. Those with better scores may also receive preferential interest rates or terms on products such as loans, credit cards and mortgages.
How is it calculated?
The AECB collects information on your payment behaviour from banks as well as utilitiy and telecoms providers.
How can I improve my score?
By paying your bills on time and not missing any repayments, particularly your loan, credit card and mortgage payments. It is also wise to limit the number of credit card and loan applications you make and to reduce your outstanding balances.
How do I know if my score is low or high?
By checking it. Visit one of AECB’s Customer Happiness Centres with an original and valid Emirates ID, passport copy and valid email address. Liv. customers can also access the score directly from the banking app.
How much does it cost?
A credit report costs Dh100 while a report with the score included costs Dh150. Those only wanting the credit score pay Dh60. VAT is payable on top.
