Three Top Tips For Preventing Fires in Commercial Properties

Read on for our top tips on preventing commercial fires.

Office locations especially, are likely to be filled with electrical equipment such as computers, printers, and monitors, but when the wiring is not done properly this can result in electrical fires. Take a look at your plugs and sockets - Do the plugs look overloaded? Do your appliances regularly overheat? If the answer is yes, then it’s worth taking a look at this to distribute things safely.

Piles of rubbish, cardboard, paper and plastic, can become hazardous if they’re left in front of heating and wiring. If these get too hot, they can easily catch alight and spread into bigger and more destructive fires. To combat this, make sure rubbish is not being left is places it shouldn’t be, and come up with a rota system so it becomes everyone’s responsibility to take it down to the bins.

If you do experience a fire, but you don’t have a plan, this could end badly. Every team member should know where the fire extinguisher is and where they need to go in the event of a fire. They should also be informed on where the alarm is and how to sound it if needed. In most cases, with a simple and practical fire plan, small fires can be put out before they progress. You should also teach your staff about fire safety, with regularly refresher sessions so their knowledge is always up to date.

Here at Ace Fire Alarms, based in Plymouth, we special in all things fire safety. From fire alarms to extinguishers and fire risk assessments, we can help make your business safer. With over 30 years of experience in the industry, you can rely on us for all of your fire-related needs. Get in touch today for more information.