Fire alarms protect tenants and visitors, but what happens when they aren’t working? When the fire system is down for maintenance, power outage, inoperable, or a number of other reasons, are you responsible for the safety of those on your property? For safety reasons, the fire marshal usually requires a fire watch guard in such a situation.
When is a fire watch guard necessary?
Building with a non-functioning alarm system
An interrupted water supply
Presence of fire hazards, such as pyrotechnics
Unfinished buildings and construction sites
What is a fire watch service?
Specifically trained guards on site to ensure the necessary safety functions are being performed
Patrolling
A specifically trained fire guard patrolling at regular intervals covering the facility 24/7.
Identifying Hazards
Looking for, and addressing and conditions that may increase the risk of fire. Stopping a potential issue before it becomes a big problem.
Keeping logs
Accurate logs are required by insurance companies and the fire marshal’s office. Keeping detailed records of patrols, hazards found while patrolling and anything pertinent to fire risk.
Checking Equipment
When a fire system is not fully functioning a fire watch guard is hired to monitor and check on the fire suppression equipment.
Contact Authorities
In the unfortunate case there is a fire, the fire watch guard will contact the proper authorities and help with evacuation. Minimizing the damage and even saving lives, minimizing liability.
Avoiding costly fines
If your fire system is down, there is typically specific guidelines one has to follow according to their jurisdiction. If one fails to comply they are subject to costly fines, which can be significant.
Armed with specialized training
Curtis Protective Services Fire Guards have an in-depth knowledge of 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.
Piece of mind your job site or building is safe
To ensure the highest level of safety, Curtis Protective Services offers round the clock fire watch, customized for maximized protection.
