Thursday 19 June 2014

Fight Against Fire – Office Safety Tips

A fire is the last thing a business owner wants to happen in his office or commercial establishment. An office fire can easily convert years (even decades) of hard work to ashes, leaving the owner and his employees at a loss of what to do in the midst of the rubble.

Business owners should keep their offices clear of any fire hazard so as to protect their assets from absolute destruction. Hence, here are some tips that will help business owners ensure the safety of their employees and businesses:

First of all, the office must meet their fire safety requirements, which could be determined during a fire risk assessment. For instance, keeping combustible items like carpets and upholstered furniture to a minimum will prevent a big fire from happening. If the business already have such items, then it is important to keep these materials away from flammable solutions or substances, which must be properly stored and secured.


Other than keeping fire risks or hazards at a minimum or completely eliminating them, it is also important for the office and its employees to be prepared in case a blaze does occur. Keeping exits clear of combustibles and any other obstructions is important. An emergency action plan must also be put in place to avoid confusion during an evacuation.