Unless you’re a firefighter, you probably don’t walk into your workplace in the morning expecting to have to deal with a fire. But unfortunately, these emergencies do happen and it’s important to be prepared if they occur at your business. One way to remain ready is to conduct regular fire drills that include all employees…. Read more »
No workplace is completely immune to fire hazards, but some industries are faced with a greater risk of fire damage than others. At a wood-shaving plant in Queensbury, New York, a lack of attentiveness to fire hazards has cost one company hundreds of thousands of dollars. On September 20 of this year, a blaze broke… Read more »
When you work with a flammable material, safety is the most important aspect of your work. There is always potential for an accident or emergency, so taking the necessary precautions to avoid them will make your workplace safer and more effective. Consider the following tips when working with flammable materials. Maintain proper ventilation in your… Read more »
Fire safety is one of those aspects of the daily workforce that should never be redundant. As time goes on, there will be things you won’t need to remind your working staff of as they become second nature. However, fire is a topic that deserves plenty of attention, and often. Your employees, both new and… Read more »
Fires, whether in the house or commercial building, are preventable. However, there are instances where accidents happen and unintentional fires ignite. Having a fire escape plan in place can save lives. It is just as important to know what the most common causes of accidental fires are so that you’re aware of their existence. Here… Read more »
For years, we have been trying to teach children about the importance of fire safety. If it is instilled in them at a younger age, the better times they will have if there’s an emergency and no adults around to help. We show young kids cartoons with their favorite characters going through similar fire alarm… Read more »
Fires can happen anywhere. All it takes is one faulty system, one human error, and a fire can ignite instantly. A lot of employers are not aware of the unforeseen problems that can lead to a fire, and because of that, there should be a functional plan in place should a fire ever break out…. Read more »
When it comes to your business and your employees, fewer things are more important than keeping them safe. You want to create an atmosphere where people will come in everyday with peace of mind, not having to worry about whether the proper precautions have been taken to keep them and their work environment danger free…. Read more »