Prevent Fire Damage in the Office

How to Prevent Fire Damage in the Office The average office presents all kinds of fire damage hazards. Learn fire escape routes and how to activate the fire alarm, become familiar with stairway exits, and practice fire drills on a regular basis Preparedness is a key feature. However, there are many ways to fire-proof your office and prevent damage from happening even if your budget does not allow hiring a professional to fire-proof the office.

Many office fires start as a result of electricity malfunction or misuse.
A well maintained electrical system provides maximum safety and is an important step in fire prevention.

• Avoid overloading electrical outlets. The best method is to assure a sufficient number of outlets. That will also help in minimizing the need for extension cords, reducing fire hazards.
• If you must use an extension cord, never run it across walkways due to the potential tripping hazard. If you must run a cord across a walkway, tape it to the floor.
• Is it very unsafe to use poor quality, non-approved office appliances such as coffee makers, copiers, and even computers. Defective appliances have a higher chance of developing electrical shorts leading to shock hazards and fires. 

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