Disaster Prevention x Art 'Firefighter Art' Results Report: Participating Locations Expand from 30 to 82
UNITE reported that their 'Firefighter Art' disaster preparedness project in Chiba expanded from 30 to 82 locations, successfully integrating QR-coded art into daily spaces with local government support.
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- 📰 Published: April 7, 2026 at 19:05
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The Japan Fire and Disaster Prevention UNITE Organization (hereinafter referred to as UNITE) reports the implementation results regarding the disaster prevention x art project 'Firefighter Art' deployed in Chiba Prefecture.
This project started almost simultaneously at 30 locations in March 2026, and participation expanded thereafter, growing to a total of 82 participating locations.
Also, during the implementation period, sponsorship by Chiba City Hall and cooperation from the Chiba City Fire Bureau were decided, driving the initiative forward under public collaboration.
(Image caption: Also installed at the Disaster Prevention Countermeasures Division, Crisis Management Department, Comprehensive Policy Bureau, Chiba City Hall.)
1. Project Overview (Recap)
This project aims to make disaster prevention information a 'permanent' touchpoint by installing art pieces along with QR codes and flyers in everyday spaces such as offices, stores, and public facilities, turning disaster prevention from a 'special day' into an 'extension of daily life.'
2. The 3 Countermeasures UNITE 'Communicates First'
Since many people say they 'don't know where to start' with disaster prevention, UNITE narrows down life-saving actions to three areas:
Fire: Introducing seismic breakers that detect tremors and shut off electricity (lowering the risk of electrical fires).
Tsunami: Checking inundation assumptions via hazard maps, and sharing evacuation sites/routes with family and workplace in advance.
Building Collapse (Indoors): Securing furniture to prevent tipping, and ensuring safety in bedrooms and evacuation routes (not placing items that can fall / not blocking pathways).
* Detailed information is designed to be accessible via the installed QR codes.
3. Results Summary (Preliminary)
Participating locations: 30 locations -> 82 locations
Sponsorship: Chiba City Hall
Cooperation: Chiba City Fire Bureau
Total QR code accesses: 721
This project started almost simultaneously at 30 locations in March 2026, and participation expanded thereafter, growing to a total of 82 participating locations.
Also, during the implementation period, sponsorship by Chiba City Hall and cooperation from the Chiba City Fire Bureau were decided, driving the initiative forward under public collaboration.
(Image caption: Also installed at the Disaster Prevention Countermeasures Division, Crisis Management Department, Comprehensive Policy Bureau, Chiba City Hall.)
1. Project Overview (Recap)
This project aims to make disaster prevention information a 'permanent' touchpoint by installing art pieces along with QR codes and flyers in everyday spaces such as offices, stores, and public facilities, turning disaster prevention from a 'special day' into an 'extension of daily life.'
2. The 3 Countermeasures UNITE 'Communicates First'
Since many people say they 'don't know where to start' with disaster prevention, UNITE narrows down life-saving actions to three areas:
Fire: Introducing seismic breakers that detect tremors and shut off electricity (lowering the risk of electrical fires).
Tsunami: Checking inundation assumptions via hazard maps, and sharing evacuation sites/routes with family and workplace in advance.
Building Collapse (Indoors): Securing furniture to prevent tipping, and ensuring safety in bedrooms and evacuation routes (not placing items that can fall / not blocking pathways).
* Detailed information is designed to be accessible via the installed QR codes.
3. Results Summary (Preliminary)
Participating locations: 30 locations -> 82 locations
Sponsorship: Chiba City Hall
Cooperation: Chiba City Fire Bureau
Total QR code accesses: 721