Fire Safety

According to the National Fire Protection Association Web site, in 2005, 1.6 million fires were reported in the United States which resulted in more than a $10.7 billion in damages. Although this number is down four percent from the previous year, reports NFPA, fire safety and prevention remains an issue of priority and all workers should be aware of and understand their company’s fire safety plan.

Fires can ignite from many sources. The most common source of non-residential (office buildings) fires is arson. Overheated office machines, careless smoking, and damaged electrical sources also play a role in starting fires. Take the necessary precautions to prevent fires by continuously monitoring office appliances, immediately reporting damaged electrical sources and cords, cautiously smoking in designated places only, and diligently following security procedures to keep unauthorized people out of the building

Prepare yourself for the threat of fires by having an evacuation plan and following these helpful tips:

For more information on fire safety visit the OSHA or NFPA Web sites.