| Fire Safety for Businesses Is your business Fireproof? As a business owner, you have probably analyzed the effect of various factors on your bottom line. Did you realize, though, the lack of adequate fire safety measures can not only cause a loss of profit, but possibly cause a loss of your entire investment? The Hazel Crest Department of Fire, Rescue, and Inspectional services has published this newsletter as a service to our local businesses, in the hope that your employees and your business remain safe.
The greatest asset of your business is the people you employ. Do your employees know how to remain safe from fire in their own homes? Make certain that they have working smoke detectors, and change the batteries every 6 months. SMOKE DETECTORS SAVE LIVES!! Are they aware of any fire hazards in their home? Do they know how to escape in case of a fire? An escape plan should show 2 ways out of every room in their house. Do they know to put cool water on a burn, and put out a grease fire with a lid or appropriate extinguisher? Making certain that your employees are safe in their own homes insures that they will be a part of your business family for years to come! |
Fire Extinguishers can save your life, as well as
your livelihood!
Portable Fire Extinguishers can stop a fire before it has had time to cause major damage to your building. You place of business should have a minimum of 1 multi-purpose ABC fire extinguisher. Most importantly, these extinguishers must be stored in a visible location and be serviced annually by a qualified extinguisher agency. Make certain all of your employees know the proper method of using a Fire Extinguisher… …Use the PASS word!!
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