Are You Ready For Fire Damage

3/10/2021 (Permalink)

Did you know that fire is the most common cause of property damage? The key to protecting your business is your employees having education on fire safety and protocol. Here are a few fire prevention tips!

1. Clean your space- Keep your workplace clean and everything put away. Keep electrical appliances away from the fuel such as paper and cardboard.
2. Maintain your fire extinguishers- Check with your local fire department to ensure your extinguisher is up to code. You should also educate employees on how to use the extinguisher.
3. Install fire sprinklers or suppression system- all businesses have a fire alarm system, but you should also consider installing a sprinkler system.
4. Maintain Outdoor Spaces- if your business is in a dry or forested area take time to ensure you keep brush and trees from growing against the building.
5. Have Exit Strategy - Always have an emergency plan and make sure your employees are aware of this plan, include things like maps to exits as well as well-lit exit signs
6. Clean and Inspect all equipment- Faulty equipment is a common cause of fires. Make sure machines are in proper working order and turn them off when not in use.

Taking these simple steps can help prevent fires ruining what you have worked so hard for. If you would like help developing a plan, please contact SERVPRO of Rapid City to help you put together an Emergency Readiness Plan.