Why You Should Hire Fire Watch Guards for Your Business

Any instance of fire can be very destructive, especially on your commercial property. A fire can lead to huge losses not only of property but can potentially harm the people within the area. Your employees could get hurt or even die, and the fire could spread to other people's premises and cause more damage.



Hiring fire watch guards may help avert some of the consequences of a fire outbreak in your business. Below are the top ways your business will benefit from hiring fire watch guards.

Conduct Regular Patrols

During patrols, fire watch guards ensure everything functions normally and check for signs of potential fire hazards within your business premises.

For instance, if you have a restaurant business, fire watch guards will always look out for faulty wiring, gas leaks, or flammable material that could easily set ablaze. While patrolling, they also look out for potential incendiaries who may set fire to your business.

Inspect and Maintain Fire Safety Equipment

As a business owner, you should always have fire safety equipment on your premises. Firefighting equipment includes but is not limited to fire blankets, fire extinguishers, a fire alarm system, fire sprinklers, and fire signage.

A fire watch guard will regularly test the equipment to ensure they function well. If the equipment is faulty, the fire watch guard will advise you whether to get a new one or repair the defective equipment.

Fire watch guards place fire safety equipment where the equipment is easily accessible in case of a fire outbreak. In addition, the guards set up signs that instruct people on what to do in case of a fire outbreak. For instance, they will place signs showing the location of fire extinguishers.

Ensure Legal Compliance

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) organization has set standards that businesses must adhere to before getting permits to operate. For instance, for a business to operate, the business must have proper ventilation that allows safe and clean air to circulate, emergency exit routes, and fire detection and safety equipment. 

The standards are many, and it can be challenging to meet them all, especially with businesses that participate in manufacturing, welding, or handling hazardous materials. Despite the many standards, business owners have to comply. Fire watch guards understand these requirements better and will help you comply since fire safety services are their area of specialization.

Train Staff Members

Fire watch guards will train your employees on steps to follow during a fire outbreak. First, the fire watch guards will teach your employees to raise the alarm when they notice fire, regardless of the size and assemble at the fire assembly point.

Secondly, fire watch guards will teach your employees how to use firefighting equipment and evacuate the premises safely.

Act When a Fire Breaks Out 

Fire watch guards will immediately contact the fire department when a fire incident happens in your business. Contacting the fire department quickly will allow for a swift response, minimizing damage. 

Fire watch guards will inform the fire department if your business has any unique materials that need specialized equipment to extinguish the fire. Fire watch guards will also evacuate your employees from the building, preventing injuries or loss of lives.

Fire watch guards provide essential services for your business. These services ensure smooth daily operations for your business without fire interruptions, and your employees work in a safe space that gives them peace of mind. If you want to hire fire watch guards for your business, feel free to contact us. We look forward to helping you have a safe work environment and will answer any questions you have about our services.