Fire Safety in the Workplace

11/1/2021 (Permalink)

Keep your business safe!

A fire in a business can cause severe damage to structures, equipment, and inventory – not to mention a delay in production or sales, and danger to employees and customers. This is why it is so important to practice fire safety in your commercial property! Here are some tips:

• Make sure you have fire protection equipment, such as an automatic sprinkler system, smoke detectors, and fire extinguishers on every floor. Employees should be familiar with their locations.
• Have a fire plan! Make sure your employees know what to do if there is a fire. Make an evacuation plan that does not include elevators. Conduct fire drills at least once a year to keep employees prepared.
• Always leave space around appliances that heat up – such as coffee machines and computers. They need the space to ventilate and cool down. If possible, unplug appliances at the end of the day to avoid an afterhours risk.
• Regularly check power cords for fraying, broken connectors, or cracked insulation. Replace them if there is any damage.
• Always keep a first aid kit available to employees in a familiar location.

You can also always check with a fire marshal to offer you some guidance, as well!

If your property does ever experience any fire damage, call SERVPRO of Southern Delaware County & West Chester so we can help! You can reach Danielle at 610-506-8919.