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 »
Posts Categorized: Fire Prevention
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 »
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 »
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 »
Unique Way To Teach Kids Fire Safety
For years, we have been trying to teach children about the importance of fire safety. If it is instilled in them at a younger age, the better times they will have if there’s an emergency and no adults around to help. We show young kids cartoons with their favorite characters going through similar fire alarm… Read more »
Preventing House Fires
A house fire is one of the scariest tragedies a homeowner can experience. With having loved ones and precious personal belongings in the home, a fire can be devastating. According to the American Red Cross, on average, 7 people die every day from a home fire, 36 people suffer injuries from a house fire every… Read more »
Preventing Fires In The Workplace
Each year, thousands of industries fall victim to fires that cause damage beyond repair, leaving workers and the economy in disarray. While fires are preventable, it is not uncommon for fires to spark unexpectedly, taking no mercy on those who rely on the business. According to the Department of Labor and Statistics, work related fatalities… Read more »