Fire Prevention Week Safety Tips

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Observed every October, Fire Prevention Week acts as a reminder to revisit and improve fire safety protocols. ‘Since 1922, the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) has sponsored the public observance of Fire Prevention Week. In 1925, President Calvin Coolidge proclaimed Fire Prevention Week a national observance, making it the longest-running public health observance in our country. During Fire Prevention Week, children, adults, and teachers learn how to stay safe in case of a fire. Firefighters provide lifesaving public education in an effort to drastically decrease casualties caused by fires.

Fire Prevention Week is observed each year during the week of October 9th in commemoration of the Great Chicago Fire, which began on October 8, 1871, and caused devastating damage. This horrific conflagration killed more than 250 people, left 100,000 homeless, destroyed more than 17,400 structures, and burned more than 2,000 acres of land.’ (NFPA).

As members of the fire and life safety community, Jigsaw helps to ensure buildings adhere to the most recent safety standards for optimal protection. This year, we are volunteering our time at Northeastern University’s Preparedness Day, which focuses on educating students and staff on fire and emergency preparedness and the resources available to them at the University.

Below are some crucial tips for ensuring the safety of your commercial property. Reach out to us, and we’ll assist you in implementing the essential measures to protect your building and its occupants.

Fire and Emergency Preparedness Tips:

Emergency Action Plan: Ensure your building has a detailed Emergency Action Plan (EAP) that defines evacuation routes, assigns essential duties, ensures occupant accountability, and establishes emergency reporting protocols. These reports are required by code for many buildings across the State but are a good idea for any building owner or tenant looking to improve their level of safety.
Education and Preparedness: Conduct fire safety educational programs for your staff and occupants. Train them in the effective use of fire extinguishers and actions to take in a fire event. Develop evacuation procedures and conduct consistent drills.
Maintain Defined Escape Routes/Exits: Verify that all escape routes are adequately illuminated, free from blockages, and distinctly signposted. Ensure everyone is familiar with the locations of exits and emergency gathering areas. The continued functionality of these routes is imperative and something that can be evaluated through drills and regular inspections.
Perform Systematic Inspections: Establish a regular review schedule for your property, paying special attention to fire safety components like fire alarm systems, fire extinguishers, sprinkler systems, smoke control systems, fire and smoke dampers, fire doors, and emergency exits, ensuring their functionality. Each of these items has code-required testing and inspection schedules. Making sure your building is up to code is a critical piece in the maintenance of a safe environment.
Safeguard Hazardous Materials: For properties handling hazardous materials, it’s crucial to store them in a manner that adheres to safety regulations, reducing the potential for chemical-induced fires.
Install Adequate Fire Suppression Equipment: Equip your property with appropriate fire suppression tools such as sprinklers and automatic fire extinguishers. These systems can significantly reduce damage and risk of injury in the event of a fire.
Conduct Electrical Safety Inspections: Regularly inspect your property’s electrical systems and equipment. Faulty wiring and malfunctioning electrical equipment are common causes of fires.
Limit Fire Risks During Renovations: When your property undergoes renovations, it’s crucial to follow the NFPA 241 standard, “Safeguarding Construction, Alteration, and Demolition Operations,” which provides measures for preventing or minimizing fire risks during construction, alteration, or demolition work. Ensure contractors are aware of and comply with these guidelines, particularly regarding the proper storage of flammable materials and the use of tools that minimize fire risks.