Fire Prevention for Your Business

6/3/2020 (Permalink)

While it is impossible to 100% protect your business from fire, there are actions you can take to make the prospect of fire damage less likely. We have pulled together a few tips about fire prevention for your business in hopes of keeping your business safe.

Identify potential fire threats

It is much easier to prevent fires when you identify the most likely culprits that could cause a fire at your place of business. Do an audit of your commercial property and look for the following:

• Faulty electrical wiring and equipment that could spark and cause a fire
• Clutter, dirt, and debris that can cause a fire, like grease buildup, trash near heater vents, etc.
• Improperly stored flammable and combustible materials
• Blocked ventilation
• Improper cigarette disposal
• Misuse of equipment
• Arson and vandalism signs

Your fire preparation efforts should consider each of these potential culprits and should be addressed to minimize the possibility of fire.

Create fire prevention plans for your business

As a business, fire prevention should include putting together a fire prevention plan that incorporates gathering fire extinguishers, fire alarms, and other preventative equipment. Your plan should cover the proper storage and disposal of flammable and combustible materials as well as hazardous waste. Schedule proper maintenance of fire protection equipment, in addition to the appliances and equipment you use regularly. A clean and organized building is less vulnerable because clutter is one of the main causes of commercial fires. Another step would be to create an Emergency Ready Profile (ERP). SERVPRO of Central Phoenix can work with you to create one to keep your staff prepared.

Provide ongoing training for your staff

The next step for fire prevention is to train employees on the proper procedures for reducing the threat of fire. Include training sessions about how to use a fire extinguisher and how to prevent the spread of flames. The training you provide for your employees can go a long way toward reducing fire damage should a fire occur.

Of course, all the preparation in the world cannot stop every fire but using the tips above will make your workplace safer and more protected against the possibility of fire. If your business experiences fire damage, contact SERVPRO of Central Phoenix to help with your fire damage needs. We are here 24/7 to serve you. Contact us at (602) 386-4268.