Is your business about to be inspected for fire code compliance? Preparing for this will give you the comfort of knowing that you will not have any issues on the day of the inspection. Failure to comply to all of these codes can possibly result in your business being closed or fined. This is why it's best to have a professional fire inspection company come out and assist you ahead of time. We can assist you here by going over some of the most common fire codes you need to obey.
Fire Extinguishers
Did you know that you must have a fire extinguisher for every 2000 sq. feet in your place of business? Many business owners don't know this, which is why it's important to follow this prior to a fire inspection. Of course this varies based on what you sell. A business that sells gasoline will need more fire extinguishers than a business that sells non-flammable goods.
Visible Plans, Signs, and Alarms
It is essential that your employees have access to your fire escape plan. In case of an emergency, your employees will need to be able to use it to safely escape. This is why you should have posters and handbooks available that outline the steps to take in case of a fire. You should also ensure that you have all the required signs (such as 'Maximum Occupancy' or 'This Door Must Remain Unlocked During Business Hours'). This all depends on many conditions, which is why it's best to have a professional come out ahead of time.
Working Fire Safety Equipment
There is no point in having fire safety equipment installed if it doesn't work. Most fire code inspections will require you to provide documentation proving that you had this equipment inspected in the last year. The equipment can include alarms, sprinkler systems, and fire extinguishers. Have a professional come at least once every year to inspect these systems.
Safe Electrical Usage
It is your job to make sure that your company does not use dangerous methods of electricity access. This means having surge protectors for all of your outlets, metal covers on all electrical systems, etc. Fire inspectors will undoubtedly check your wiring to make sure that you aren't using unsafe methods. Once again, your best bet is to have a fire inspection company come out ahead of time to go over all of the applicable codes.
All in all, it is always best to hire a professional for this job. They will have knowledge of fire safety codes, the fire code inspection process, and more. If you are in the Tampa FL area and have a fire code inspection coming up, call A To Z Fire for any assistance you may need with preparing. We will make sure you are good to go. Visit us online at http://www.AtoZFire.com
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