Workplace Fire Safety: 3 Hazards That Might Surprise You

6/9/2022 (Permalink)

Commercial workplace settings have fire hazards as well as homes, so employers and employees alike should be aware of such hazards.

When people talk about fire safety, it usually has to do with fire hazards in residential homes. All the while, commercial workplace settings have fire hazards as well. Therefore, employers and employees alike should be aware of such hazards. Today’s blog will present 3 fire hazards you may not have expected to find in workplace settings. This information can assist in reducing commercial properties’ chances of experiencing destructive fire damage, while protecting employees’ safety.

Circuits

Most workplaces need many electronic devices in order to carry out their daily operations. Electrical circuits are needed to power all of these devices. Oftentimes, electrical circuits are crowded with cords, which increases the chances of the circuit overheating and a fire igniting as a result. Unplugging electronic devices when not actively in use can help in avoiding an unwanted fire. 

Dust

Though small and seemingly harmless, dust can cause fires to ignite in workplaces more often than you’d think. Capable of accumulating on a variety of surface types, from metal to wood, dust can sit idly on surfaces like electrical cords, computers, phones, and filing cabinets, for extended periods of time, which increases the risk of fire. By regularly cleaning dust off of surfaces, including hard-to-reach areas in addition to those in eyesight, you can decrease your workplace’s risk of experiencing a dangerous, unexpected fire.

Flammable Liquids and Materials

Depending on the type of work that goes on in your commercial business, your workplace may possess different kinds of flammable objects and liquids. It is crucial to contain any such objects to limit their exposure to sparks of flames. Keep flammable objects sealed and stored away in a dry place when not in use. Remember that objects as seemingly harmless as loose paper or fabrics such as curtains are flammable and that even the smallest spark can cause these flammable materials to ignite. Keeping them organized and tidy, therefore, can limit the fire’s spread and growth. Further reduce your risk by throwing away paper trash as soon as possible.  

Fire Damage in Your Commercial Property? Contact SERVPRO

It is difficult to completely eliminate the risk of fire in a workplace, even if proactive measures are taken to prevent fires from igniting. Commercial property owners can find peace of mind, however, in SERVPRO’s professional Commercial Fire Damage Restoration services, our reputable Fire Restoration Process, and our ability to Care For Your Fire Damaged Belongings. Make it “Like it never even happened” after any emergency by calling your local office of SERVPRO Disaster Recovery Team - Team Wall, SERVPRO of Metro Pittsburgh East, right away at (412) 672-5400.