We might not think of offices are especially dangerous work environments, but they can have their fair share of hidden fire hazards. Because safety standards in offices are typically not as strict as they might be in say, a factory or laboratory, it can be easy for these fire hazards to go unnoticed. Likewise, it’s… Read more »
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Rules of Fighting (And Choosing Not to Fight) Fires
In this blog, we typically focus on tools and techniques that prevent fires. But no matter how well-protected your workplace might be, it’s important to know what to do in the event that one breaks out. That’s why the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) has established some basic rules of firefighting. These rules are designed… Read more »
An Explanation of Common Smoke Detection Technologies
Smoke detectors act as an essential early-warning system in your workplace, alerting employees to budding fires before they become to full-blown blazes. Every day, we place our implicit trust in smoke detectors to protect us in the event of a fire. Smoke detectors are everywhere, but in spite of how commonplace they are many people… Read more »
Preventing Electrical fires in Your Office
The modern office is home to a host of electrical equipment that can constitute a serious fire hazard if you don’t take the necessary precautions. According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), faulty electrical devices are one of the leading causes of structure fires in office properties. Today we’ll look at a few ways… Read more »
Combustible Dust Puts Workplaces at Risk
In 2008, 14 people were killed when sugar dust suddenly ignited in a violent explosion at a refinery in Georgia. Two years after that, a similar incident involving combustible dust in a metal recycling facility in West Virginia killed three workers and injured a contractor. According to the Chemical Safety Board, 281 dust-related workplace fires… Read more »
Fire Alarm Pranks – No Laughing Matter
No matter where we are, when a fire occurs it is important we are aware of it and able to get to safety as calmly and quickly as possible. A device like a fire alarm is so vital because of its ability to quickly alert people when a fire starts. In spite of their importance,… Read more »
Safety Tips for Working With Highly Flammable Materials
When you work with a flammable material, safety is the most important aspect of your work. There is always potential for an accident or emergency, so taking the necessary precautions to avoid them will make your workplace safer and more effective. Consider the following tips when working with flammable materials. Maintain proper ventilation in your… Read more »
Know When A New Fire Alarm System Is Needed
A fire alarm system is very important in making sure you and anyone in your building to get out and to safety quickly. However, like every other technology today, fire alarm systems and their parts do wear out over time, which could lead to them not functioning properly in case of an emergency. Before this… Read more »
For Industries Prone To Fires, Provide Staff With Fire Prevention Training
Fire safety is one of those aspects of the daily workforce that should never be redundant. As time goes on, there will be things you won’t need to remind your working staff of as they become second nature. However, fire is a topic that deserves plenty of attention, and often. Your employees, both new and… Read more »
Most Common Causes Of Fire Accidents
Fires, whether in the house or commercial building, are preventable. However, there are instances where accidents happen and unintentional fires ignite. Having a fire escape plan in place can save lives. It is just as important to know what the most common causes of accidental fires are so that you’re aware of their existence. Here… Read more »