You can have all the fire protection equipment you need, but without a plan, it will do you no good. Our fire protection service technicians offer tips on creating an effective fire safety plan for your business.
Things can be replaced, but people cannot. Making sure your employees know the best ways to prevent a fire and evacuate your office building in case of an emergency is an essential part of your Fire & Life Safety strategy. Follow this guide to create your office’s fire safety plan.
Fire Prevention
The best fire safety plan includes avoiding a fire altogether. Share these tips with your employees to make them fire-safe:
- Don’t overload electrical outlets.
- Keep flammable materials away from electrical equipment.
- Don’t leave portable heaters unattended.
- Keep workspace electronics well-ventilated.
- Keep exits clear of obstructions.
- Empty paper trash and recycling regularly.
- Don’t leave the microwave or other cooking equipment unattended.
- Don’t leave candles unattended.
Fire Equipment
DynaFire’s fire protection services technicians can help you with the design, installation, testing, and maintenance of your fire equipment, including:
If your building is several stories tall, has underground structures, or Low-E glass, consider having DynaFire install a BDA (bi-directional amplifier) to ensure effective two-way communication between first responders.
We take on the responsibility of ensuring that all of your fire equipment is functioning correctly so that if there is a fire emergency, your employees have every opportunity to get out safely.
Evacuation Plan
We can help you develop an effective and efficient fire evacuation plan that you can share with your employees. Here’s how we do it:
Form an evacuation plan team – Someone needs to be in charge, and that person needs to rely on a team to help everyone get out safely. Your fire team leader should be responsible for fire drills, fire prevention walkthroughs, and other tasks that keep your office safe.
Clearly mark fire routes and exits – Illuminated signage with battery backup should alert employees which way they need to go to get out of the building.
Train on fire extinguisher usage – Be sure everyone knows how to use a fire extinguisher properly. Fire extinguishers are fundamental to safe egress from a fire emergency.
Practice your plan – Creating a plan is one thing; practicing it is another. Regular fire drills will keep everyone’s skills up to date.
Include Disabled Employees In Your Plan
When developing your workplace fire safety plan, you must consider everyone’s safety, especially those with limited mobility. Here are some tips:
- Your fire prevention plan team should include at least one disabled employee. It’s vital to get the perspective of an individual with different abilities and needs.
- Emergency signals should be seen and heard. Remember, those with hearing loss may not hear an alarm and would benefit from a flashing light.
- Include areas of refuge for disabled employees to gather to await assistance safely. These areas should be marked and have a two-way communication device available.
- Ensure that the final stages of evacuation are suitable for those with disabilities. Avoid curbs or other obstacles on the route that may be tough for some individuals to navigate, especially in an emergency.
DynaFire Is Your Fire Protection Services Partner
Contact us if you have questions about formulating a comprehensive Fire & Life Safety plan. Our team loves to talk fire safety, and we want to do everything we can to keep you safe in the case of an emergency.
