Workplace Fire Prevention - Tulsa Business Everyday Fire Safety Tips

As a company owner, fire is of course a major concern in the safety of your employees and business assets. You realize that having a comprehensive business fire protection system for your Tulsa or Oklahoma City company is important in ensuring a safe work environment and preventing overwhelmingly costly damage to your business.

What can you do, though, on a regular, even everyday basis to prevent a fire in your business? Below are some workplace fire safety tips for business owners and employees to help prevent a fire tragedy.

Commercial Fire Alarm and Sprinkler Systems

It’s vital that all businesses have a commercial fire detection and suppression system including fire alarms and sprinklers in accordance with all NFPA codes and standards for that particular business. Our fire safety experts can help you assess your fire prevention needs and the regulations for your business.

But even if you already have a fire prevention system in place, is it up-to-date and working properly? Regular maintenance, testing, and inspections are essential to keep you safe. Whether in Tulsa or Oklahoma City, we offer complete inspections and maintenance to make sure you have a reliable fire safety system.

Check all smoke detectors at least once a month to make sure they have batteries and are working properly.

Fire Safety Training 

• Develop an emergency evaluation plan with a designated safe meeting place away from the building for employees to assemble safely and take a head count. Make sure to take note of any special needs in your business, such as individuals with physical disabilities or those who speak another language.
• Make sure that clear signs indicate fire exits and fire evacuation plans in multiple areas of the building.
• Have regular practice fire drills to ensure employees know where to go, what to do, and where to meet in the event of an emergency.
• Make sure all employees know how and when to properly use a fire extinguisher.
• Review your emergency plan annually and notify all employees of any updates.

Everyday Workplace Fire Prevention

• Don’t overload electrical sockets or plug extension cords together.
• Don’t use appliances with faulty or damaged wiring.
• Avoid leaving equipment, appliances, or computers turned on overnight.
• Close windows and doors before leaving work to prevent a fire from having added oxygen.
• Be careful with cigarettes, only allowing smoking in safe designated areas using non-combustible receptacles. Make sure these receptacles are distinct from waste containers.
• Keep exits and stairways clear and free from clutter.
• Keep papers and clutter off the floor, throwing away empty boxes, etc. that could pose a fire hazard.

Conducting regular maintenance and inspections as well as being careful to incorporate these small, everyday fire prevention practices will go a long way toward preventing a dangerous and costly fire in your business.