Offices
are one of those places which can catch fire faster. It is important to check
the building in which you are planning to start your office has fire safety
measures, for example, and it is important that the builder has used the fire
proofing steel
while constructing. It is also important to have a nice housekeeping.
Housekeeping
is extremely important. It is important to clean also keep all your electrical
machines and equipments well repaired. Maintain machines from overheating and
getting sparks is the most important thing. If you have an office wherein you
deal with chemicals a lot of times, then normal try to keep them safe and
labeled and fire proof material boxes and containers. Also, the proper
ventilation in the storage room is extremely important. One has to be very
cautious while dealing with flammable, vapor creating chemicals. Also, if
you work in a textile company, it is
extremely important to be careful and also take extra care. It is important to
have a special area designed for the people who smoke. Smoking should be
completely avoided inside the office premises. Also, using lighter or matchbox
should be prohibited. Try not spilling liquid as most of the offices have
machines, and if the liquid comes in contact with the liquid, there are more
chances of a fire taking place. Therefore, it is important that there is no
spilling of water, tea or any other liquid, and if by chance it does happen
make sure that it has been cleaned and taken care of before it's too late.
Storage
area in big or small industries should be made of the fire
proofing steel, there should always be at least
two fire exit on each floor. Also, there should be smoke detectors in offices,
and the batteries should be changed at least twice a year. Also, there should
be a fire extinguisher, at least in every end of the office. All the electric
equipments should be closed and turned off before leaving. Also, the area used
for lunch and tea making should be different. So that there are no threats of
food and liquid spilling and any mess taking place. It is important that there
is a free access to all the electrical control panels. Anything blocking the
panels to shut it down can cause a problem during an emergency.
Some
basic things and steps which should be followed by the people working there can
help if there is an emergency situation that takes place. All the people in the
office should know where the safety measures are kept. For Eg; they should know
how to use a fire extinguisher and where it is kept, and they should also be
aware of safety fire alarm, fire hoses and fire blankets. It is also important that they know the
precaution and prevention measures along with emergency communication signs and
languages and how to evacuate the place during emergencies. Also, knowing the
numbers to call, and reporting even if there is a minor fire.