Have you had a call or visit from the fire Marshal’s Office? Did they order you have a fire watch guard on your property? While it may seem like just another thing to deal with, they are there for protection. They safeguard the people, as well as the assets and buildings themselves from the threat of fire.
Why do you need a fire watch service?
There are a number of reasons why they are required. Such as when the fire suppression system is down, the sprinklers and fire alarms are not working properly, due to maintenance, repairs, or power/water outages. Hot works, buildings under construction, pyrotechnics, fireworks, and welding is taking place.
Why is a fire watch?
According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), “a global self-funded nonprofit organization, established in 1896, devoted to eliminating death, injury, property and economic loss due to fire, electrical and related hazards,” a fire watch guard is responsible for looking out for hazardous situation and notifying the fire department in the event of an emergency.
The purpose of a fire watch service
First and foremost, a professional fire watch guard is to ensure the safety of people and property of an area. Under the NFPA guidelines. The service is provided 24/7, looks for hazards, notifies the fire department in case of a fire, assist in the evacuation, and generates a report necessary for Fire Marshalls compliance.
At first glance, the job of a fire watch guard seems simple, put that couldn’t be further from the truth. The policies and guidelines are clearly laid out by the fire marshal and local government on the responsibility and obligations of a fire watch guard, making them responsible for a heavy burden.
Check back with Curtis Protective Service next week as we go over the situations when a fire watch guard is necessary. Until then contact us for more information.
