This document discusses fire safety considerations and fire fighting systems for sub-stations. It notes that fires can often be contained if extinguished quickly using portable fire extinguishers before firefighters arrive. Sub-stations are at risk of fires starting from electrical arcing, overheated equipment, hydrogen gas buildup in battery rooms, and underground cable trenches. The document recommends precautions like installing portable fire extinguishers and hydrants, removing combustibles, prohibiting smoking or loose electrical connections, training personnel, and not storing flammables on site.