Fire watch security guards are professionally trained to protect properties, work sites, buildings, tenants, employees, and customers. During the times when the water system, sprinkler, fire alarm or power is not functioning properly. Besides keeping a vigilant eye over the premises, what duties does a fire watch guard perform?
Systematic surveillance
The job of a fire watch guard is to continuously patrol the property, walking throughout the entire building. Inspecting the area for abnormal and potentially dangerous conditions. Around the clock, systematic surveillance, ensuring any safety concerns are addressed and reported.
Emergency services
Immediately addressing any hazardous condition, the fire watch guard activates the alarm system, contacts fire and rescue department, and helps with evacuations. Ensuring a quick response, as well as, communication with the on-site management and security guard company.
Maintain detailed logs
Insurance companies, the fire marshal’s office, and the authorities, require logs containing patrols, any hazards, and information related to a fire risk.
Reduce liability
If you are thinking about using your own staff instead of a fire watch service, don’t forget about the liability. The last thing you want is a bunch of attorneys looking to hold you liable. Because the fire watch is not usually covered in many insurance policies held by management companies. If a fire were to break out, the liability would be absorbed by the property management company. Hiring a professional fire watch service can significantly reduce this liability, because you will be protected from the fire watch service insurance policy.
Why Choose Curtis Protective Services?
Curtis Protective Services Fire Guards are armed with specialized training to the professional standards set out by the Fire Marshalls Office, in-depth knowledge unspecific fire hazards, and quick response to any signs of danger to prevent loss of life and property damage. We understand that often Fire Watches are unanticipated and require immediate response and are staffed accordingly to respond competently on short notice.
