Commercial Fire Prevention

7/23/2018 (Permalink)

If you are a owner of a commercial building you are most likely some type of business owner. As a business owner you have not only invested a lot of time, but you also have invested a lot of money into owning a commercial building. Fires happen in commercial buildings more often than people think. Electrical fires, misuse of equipment, and smoking to name a few of some common commercial fire causes. Being prepared and having a plan in case of the worse is something you should always have. Here is some basic pointers on doing just that.

Fire Prevention Systems

Fire alarms, extinguishers, and sprinkler systems are all great fire prevention systems. Fire alarms are very important to have, and to make sure they are maintained. Fire alarms can be the first  point of contact with fire/smoke. You should always test the fire alarms regular, and make sure they care working properly. Extinguishers, an fire sprinkler systems are also two great things to have. Both fire extinguishers, and fire sprinkler systems can stop a fire before it starts.

Evacuation

Having a evacuation plan in case of an emergency is a must have. If the fire alarm went off everybody in the building should have a clear indication on where they should go to exit. Always take the time to properly educate all staff members on exits, and meet up locations once outside of the building. Also always make sure the exits have a clear path, and nothing is blocking them.

Exit Signs & Lighting

Making sure everyone in the building can leave the building safely is important. Every exit door should have a clear exit sign. They should always be visible from any angle of the room. Emergency lighting systems are also very important in case of a fire. The building can experience a power outage, and keeping everyone calm, safe, and able to see is key.Emergency lights are a battery-backed lighting system that comes on the moment a building loses power. Nobody should struggle to safely exit a building in case of a fire.

Keeping staff, your premises, and any assets in your building safe is why fire prevention is important. If your business does happen to experience a fire loss, call the fire and restoration experts at SERVPRO of Oak Park/Ferndale at 248-246-0790.We have the training, experience, and equipment to handle large commercial fire damages.