Ways to Prevent Fires in Warehouses & Factories Ways to Prevent Fires in Warehouses & Factories Fire safety is essential in all workplaces but when it comes to factories and warehouses, there are many risks. Even a small fire in this type of premises can have a catastrophic impact.
At KBM Fire Safety Services , this month’s blog looks at how you can prevent fire in factory and warehouse settings. For more information, call 01208 73001 .
Fire Risk Assessments Fire risk assessments should be carried out regularly or when any major changes occur. They provide you with a thorough overview of hazards, those at risk, what training is required and how you can reduce the risks.
It is important that all employers provide comprehensive training to employees.
Maintain Equipment Regular maintenance of equipment is essential. It helps you identify faults which helps you prevent fires. In addition to this, it is important that fire protection equipment is inspected. This ensures that it is fully functional in the event of a fire.
Employees should also have regular training to use any equipment adequately.
PAT Testing All portable electrical equipment should be in top condition and suitable to use. PAT testing identifies any potential faults so they can be resolved as soon as possible.
Fire Safety Signs Fire safety signs are a legal requirement in the workplace. If you are in charge of any commercial premises, you must provide fire safety signs. These are essential in assisting people escape in the event of an emergency.
Even those familiar with the premises can become confused and disoriented, therefore it is important there are clear, directional instructions.
Fire safety signage should also direct to the location of fire equipment.
Emergency Lighting Emergency lighting is essential in any commercial building. A generator powered lighting system ensures the full operation of emergency lighting if the mains supply is lost.
Ensuring that your emergency lighting is sufficiently powered is important. When emergency responders enter a building, they won’t be familiar with the layout. The lights give them the clearest and safest route to take.
In addition to this, a well-lit exit route minimises panic.
Waste Removal Accumulating rubbish in your warehouse is a huge fire risk. It is important you remove all waste materials at the end of the working day and transfer them to an external holder at least 30 feet away from buildings.
Find Out More For further information on how you can prevent fires in warehouses and factories, contact KBM Fire Safety Services. Covering Cornwall and Devon, we are always on hand to offer advice to keep you and your employees safe. Call us on 01208 73001 or 07870 665551 .
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