According to the National
Fire Protection Association Web site, in 2005,
1.6 million fires were reported in the United
States which resulted in more than a $10.7
billion in damages. Although this number is
down four percent from the previous year,
reports NFPA, fire safety and prevention remains
an issue of priority and all workers should
be aware of and understand their company’s
fire safety plan.
Fires can ignite from
many sources. The most common source of non-residential
(office buildings) fires is arson. Overheated
office machines, careless smoking, and damaged
electrical sources also play a role in starting
fires. Take the necessary precautions to prevent
fires by continuously monitoring office appliances,
immediately reporting damaged electrical sources
and cords, cautiously smoking in designated
places only, and diligently following security
procedures to keep unauthorized people out
of the building
Prepare yourself for the
threat of fires by having an evacuation plan
and following these helpful tips:
