The Best Ways to Keep Your Workplace Safe

Despite the standards put in place by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) to guard against hazards like locked fire exits and inadequate fire extinguishing systems, thousands of workplace fires occur every year and cost billions in property damage. Rely on Davis Fire Protection’s fire protection services in California to help ensure that there is virtually no risk of fire at your workplace. The highest casualty rate of all workplace accidents is said to be explosions and fires caused by such risk factors as faulty gas lines, poor pipefitting, improperly stored combustible materials, and open flames. Some of the most effective practices that can be implemented in the workplace to ensure maximum fire safety include all of the following:

Accessibility: The electrical control panels should never be blocked because they are used to shut down power in case of an emergency. Also, sprinklers, fire extinguishers, and emergency exits should always be accessible and clear of materials that may create blockages.

Good Housekeeping: Keep the aisles, storage areas, and offices free of clutter. It is critical that equipment and other materials are able to function optimally and are properly stored.

 Proper Waste Disposal: Make sure that fire hazards like oily rags and other inflammable objects are placed inside covered metal containers that are regularly emptied.

Maintenance: Ensure your workplace machines are properly maintained to prevent overheating and friction sparks. Machines should be inspected and maintained regularly, and records kept to record all routine maintenance.

Report Electrical Hazards: A qualified electrician should be the only person authorized to make electrical repairs. Some of the key contributors to fires in the workplace are faulty wiring and malfunctioning electrical equipment. So, if there are electrical issues, report them to the proper person as soon as possible.

Safe Chemical Use & Storage: Flammable substances must be stored properly with the suggested ventilation on the product label. Also, employees who handle hazardous materials should have the proper protective equipment.

In addition to all of the guidelines above for proper fire protection services in California, keep your building secure so that arson can be prevented. Dispose of combustible garbage properly and away from the building. Make sure your fire extinguishers are fully charged and ready to use, and train employees on how to use a fire extinguisher.

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